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How to Uninstall Spotify

Posted: February 5, 2021

Spotify is a well-liked music streaming service available for both desktop computers and mobile devices. If you plan to try a different music streaming or want to quit using Spotify, you might be looking for some removal instructions. Below, you will find the step-by-step guide you should follow to remove Spotify from both Windows and macOS.

Uninstalling Spotify on Windows

Start by quitting Spotify via the program's interface or by right-clicking its icon in the notification area and selecting 'Exit.' After this, go to Start Menu -> Settings -> Apps & Features. Find 'Spotify' select and click 'Uninstall' to complete the application's removal. Your account will be preserved, and any playlists you created will be saved – just make sure to cancel your subscription if you do not plan on using the service for the moment.

Uninstalling Spotify on macOS

Start by selecting Spotify and then using the drop-down menu to press 'Quit Spotify.' After this, open Finder -> Applications and drag Spotify to the 'Trash Bin.' To delete leftover files, open the Finder again, and then press the Command + G keyboard shortcut. Type '~/Library' in the window, and then press 'Go.' Delete these Spotify-associated files:

  • ~Library/Application Support/Spotify
  • ~Library/Saved Application State/com.spotify.client.savedState
  • ~Library/Caches/com.spotify.installer
  • ~Library/Caches/com.spotify.client
  • ~Library/Preferences/com.spotify.client.plist
  • ~Library/Preferences/com.spotify.helper.plist
  • ~Library/LaunchAgents/com.spotify.webhelper.plist

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