Picture this: you’re on an incredible trip abroad, ready to dive into new experiences, and you’ve got your favorite Spotify playlists downloaded and queued up. Everything feels perfect—until you open the app and see the message: “Login failed: you can only use Spotify abroad for 14 days.” Just like that, your music is gone, and you’re left wondering why. If you’re facing this frustrating issue, you’re not alone—and there’s a solution. In this article, we’ll show you how to fix when your Spotify can’t play abroad and get your playlists back on track.
Keep reading to find out how to stay connected to your music no matter where you are in the world.
Why My Spotify Can’t Play Music Abroad?
This unexpected restriction can catch travelers off guard. For the first 14 days of your trip, everything works smoothly. But if you’re using a free account, you’ll hit a roadblock after those two weeks and receive a message, “You Can Only Use Spotify Abroad for 14 Days”. If you’re still abroad, Spotify will stop letting you access your music.
So, what’s the deal with this 14-day limit? It prevents you from using Spotify in a country that doesn’t match the one associated with your account. After 14 days, Spotify restricts your access. Why does this happen? It’s due to complex licensing agreements that vary from country to country. Just like Netflix offers different content in different regions, Spotify’s music library depends on the country linked to your account.
When you travel, Spotify detects your location through your IP address. If you’re on a free account, this activates the 14-day rule. After two weeks, you might see a message like:
“Enjoying your trip? To listen for more than 14 days, tell us where you are at Spotify.com/account.”
But don’t worry – there’s a simple solution! If this happens, just update your account’s country. Go to your account settings on the Spotify website and change your location—for example, from the USA to Japan. This quick fix lets you continue enjoying your music while traveling. So don’t let this minor hiccup interrupt your travel soundtrack!
Can I Use Spotify Premium Abroad?
This 14-day restriction only applies to free accounts. Premium subscribers aren’t affected—they get unlimited access, unlimited skips, and offline listening wherever they go. If you’re a Premium user and still see this message, check to make sure your subscription is active and properly connected to your account.
