
Spotify
Music streaming serviceAbout
Spotify is a leading music streaming service founded in 2006 by Daniel Ek and Martin Lorentzon. It offers a vast library of over 100 million songs, along with podcasts and audiobooks, making it a versatile platform for diverse content consumption. Spotify operates on a freemium model, providing users with a free, ad-supported version and a premium subscription service that removes ads and offers additional features like offline listening and higher audio quality. Spotify's success is attributed to its robust music discovery features, such as Discover Weekly and Daily Mix playlists, which use algorithms to suggest music based on users' listening habits. The service is available across multiple devices, including smartphones, tablets, and smart home systems. With a strong focus on user experience and content accessibility, Spotify has become the most popular music streaming service globally, boasting over 615 million users and 239 million subscribers.