Streaming services are becoming common every day. However, some of these streaming platforms and sites like Spotify, YouTube Red, and Hulu, to mention a few, are not available in all online users. These sites have limited regions that can access their services. Such a situation is when the use of a virtual private network (VPN) is necessary. Luckily, users can have a free premium trial of VPN service. You can use such services to help you get access to your desired streaming sites, in this case, Spotify. Below is a quick guide on how you can set up your Spotify account and listen to cool playlists.
Download a VPN Software
Depending on the device, OS, and budget, you will find numerous VPN apps and software in your device’s digital store. Android users will find the apps in Google Playstore while iOS users can access them from the Apple Store. PC owners can get different suggestions from search engines like Google and Ecosia.
Download the Spotify Application
Once you have a VPN software set up, download the Spotify app. When downloading Spotify, mobile phone users in restricted geolocations are likely to find the app missing in their respective online stores. If you experience such a scenario, use any search engine and search for the app on third party sites. Also, when searching, you have the option to get the original app or a MOD version of the APK the gives you access to some of the premium Spotify features. After downloading the application/software, avoid starting the application immediately.
Activate VPN
Open your virtual private network and select a region that has access to Spotify or the particular service you want. Once active, you can then start up Spotify. Follow the registration process and wait for a verification message in your emails. Verify your email address and follow the steps needed to set up your Spotify account.
If you are a music artist seeking to join the platform as a distribution median, you can opt for services like Distrokid or UnitedMasters that will assist in getting your artist account set up.
Streaming
Now you are ready to listen to playlists from different curators as well as set up your playlist. The playlist can be for pubic listening and contribution or private. Remember, every time you need to access Spotify, the VPN should always be active first. If your device happens to detect your real geolocation, the app is likely to stop functioning.