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You Can Now DM People on Spotify

BYYassine Hariss

September 2, 2025

Swedish-based streaming platform Spotify has just announced the launch of an interesting new feature— one that allows users to DM each other through a dedicated chat— making it easier than ever to share songs, playlists, and recommendations without leaving the app. Or, hypothetically to break no contact with your ex who has you blocked on every other platform (JK).

Available to all users aged 16 or older— across both free and premium subscription tiers—the new feature officially rolled out this week, and the reactions are mixed. “The concept of getting groomed over Spotify DM’s,” wrote one user on X. “Spotify messages, another test by God to see if I can withhold reaching out to my ex,” quipped another.

Spotify, for its part, says the move is about connection and discovery. “Spotify users have told us they want a dedicated space within the app to share songs, podcasts, or audiobooks they’re excited about with friends and family, and an easy way to keep track of recommendations. For artists, authors, and creators, easier sharing means more word-of-mouth recommendations and helps create new fans. Our goal is to give users what they want and make those moments of connection more seamless and streamlined in the Spotify app,” a press release noted. “Messages also open up new opportunities for artists, authors, and creators—more users can spread the word about an artist’s track or creator’s podcast with their friends and family, helping drive discovery,” it added.

The first major music-streaming platform to integrate such a feature, Spotify is positioning itself not just as a place to listen, but as a social hub— blending music discovery with conversation in a way that could reshape how fans connect with both their friends and their favorite artists. At best, Spotify’s new DMs are a handy tool for sharing music or at worst, a dangerous new channel for bad decisions. Whether you use it to swap playlists with friends or to fire off one too many “this reminded me of you” links, it’s up to you.

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