Spotify is rolling out a set of new features aimed at refining user control over music recommendations, addressing a long-standing frustration among subscribers regarding repeated suggestions. The music streaming giant is testing a new 30-Day Snooze option, which lets users temporarily mute specific songs from personalized playlists.
The 30-Day Snooze feature allows users to remove a specific track from their recommendations for 30 days without permanently hiding it. This option will apply across all personalized playlists, including Discover Weekly and Smart Shuffle. The move is intended to give users relief from songs they feel are overplayed by the algorithm, while still preserving those tracks in their broader library.
Currently, this feature is only being tested with Premium users, but Spotify has confirmed plans to expand it to more listeners in the near future.
In a related change, the Hide button has been enhanced. When a user hides a song in a playlist, it will now be removed across all devices associated with their account. This change aligns with the new 30-Day Snooze by offering more consistent control over playback preferences.
Spotify has also introduced a visual cue showing which recommended songs are queued to play next once the current queue ends. This feature gives users the ability to proactively remove any unwanted suggestions before they start.
The ‘Now Playing’ view has received functional updates as well. Tapping the Queue button (three lines in the bottom-right corner) now reveals new quick-access options: Shuffle, Smart Shuffle, Repeat, and Sleep Timer. These features are now easier to toggle without leaving the playback screen.
Additionally, users can now convert their Liked Songs by genre into full playlists. By selecting a genre within the Liked Songs section, a new Make this a playlist option appears, allowing for quick playlist creation based on individual listening habits.
The updates are being gradually rolled out and come amid broader discussions about Spotify’s direction. While features like Spotify HiFi remain missing and new pricing structures are reportedly in development, the company is still pushing smaller updates aimed at improving the everyday user experience.
