How to Create a Spotify Lite Account in 2025–26 (Latest Step‑by‑Step Guide)

Want to listen to your favorite songs, podcasts, and playlists on official Spotify but don’t have an account yet? Setting up an account is the first step toward a personalized music experience. This guide will walk you through creating a new Spotify Lite account in 2025–26 using your mobile phone (Android or iPhone).

[TUTORIAL] How to Make A Spotify Account STEP-BY-STEP
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In this tutorial, we will cover:

• How to sign up using email, Google, or Apple.
• Setting up your password, date of birth, gender, and display name.
• Choosing your favorite artists for better recommendations.
• Turning on notifications for updates.

What You Need Before You Start

Before creating your official Spotify account, make sure you have the following ready:

• A Smartphone: Any modern Android or iOS device.
• Internet Connection: Stable Wi-Fi or mobile data.
• A Sign-up Method: A valid email address, a Google account, or an Apple ID.
• The App: Ensure you have the official Spotify app installed.

If you are looking for specific versions, you can visit our guides for the Spotify APK, Spotify for PC, or Spotify for iOS.

Step 1: Download and Open the Spotify App

1. Open the Google Play Store (Android) or App Store (iOS).
2. Search for “Spotify”.
3. Tap Install or Get and wait for the download to finish.
4. Once installed, open the Spotify app. You will see the welcome interface.

Step 2: Select “Sign up free”

On the welcome screen, you will typically see two main buttons:

• Log in (for existing users)
• Sign up free

To create a brand-new account, tap on “Sign up free”.

Step 3: Choose Your Sign-up Method

Official Spotify gives you multiple ways to register. You can choose any of these:

• Option 1: Continue with Google: Tap this to link your account to your Google ID.
• Option 2: Continue with Apple: (Available on iPhone/iPad) This uses your Apple ID details.
• Option 3: Continue with Email: This is the most common method for a standard independent account.

Step 4: Enter Your Email Address

If you chose the email method:

1. Tap on “Continue with email”.
2. Type your active email address carefully. Make sure it is correct, as you will need it for password resets in the future.
3. Tap Next.

Step 5: Create a Strong Password

Spotify requires your password to be at least 10 characters long. For maximum security, use a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols (like ! @ # $).

1. Enter your password in the field.
2. Ensure it meets the 10-character requirement.
3. Tap Next.

Step 6: Enter Date of Birth and Gender

1. Date of Birth: Select your day, month, and year of birth. While some may use approximate dates, it is best to use your real date of birth to comply with official Spotify terms. Tap Next.
2. Gender: Choose the option that best fits you (Male, Female, Non-binary, etc.). Scroll down once selected.
3. Terms & Conditions: You will see checkboxes to agree to the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. You must agree to these to continue.

Step 7: Choose Your Display Name

When asked “What should we call you?”, type in your preferred Profile Name. This is the name that will appear to your friends and on your public profile. It can be your real name or a nickname. Tap Next.

Step 8: Finalize and Create Account

Review your details and tap the “Create account” button. Your official Spotify account is now officially registered!

Step 9: Personalize Your Experience

Once the account is created, there are a few final setup steps:

• Notifications: Spotify will ask to “Turn on notifications.” Tap Allow if you want updates on new music and artist recommendations, or Not now to skip.
• Choose Artists: To help the algorithm, you must pick at least 3 artists you like. Tap on the pictures of artists like Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, Sidhu Moose Wala, or any others from the list.
• Final Prompts: Tap Done and then Start. You may be asked to sync contacts or your library; you can choose No if you prefer to keep your account private for now.

You’re All Set!

Your official Spotify account is now fully set up and ready to use. You can now:

• Search for songs, albums, and podcasts.
• Create and share your own playlists.
• Follow your favorite artists to stay updated on new releases.