You Can Now Create Group Chats on Spotify. Here’s How It Works

Spotify recently expanded its Messages feature to support group chats, letting you connect with friends and family in a dedicated space for music discussions. This update, which rolled out starting January 28, 2026, allows up to 10 participants to share tracks, playlists, podcasts, and audiobooks seamlessly without switching apps.

You build stronger connections around shared listening experiences. Whether you discuss a new album or recommend a podcast episode, group chats keep conversations flowing right where the music plays. Free and Premium users aged 16 and older can access this mobile-only feature (iOS and Android).

What Are Spotify Group Chats?

Spotify Messages started as one-on-one chats for sharing content. The group chat addition transforms it into a social hub. Participants send text messages, emojis, and direct links to Spotify content. Everyone sees shared items with playback controls, making reactions and discussions instant and contextual.

Requirements and Limitations for Spotify Group Chats

You can only add people you have previously interacted with on Spotify, such as through collaborative playlists, Jam sessions, Blends, or shared Family/Duo plans. For new contacts, send an invite link first.

Group chats support up to 10 members total. The feature is available only on the mobile app; desktop users must wait for future updates. Both free and Premium accounts work equally, with no extra costs.

How to Access Messages on Spotify

Open the Spotify app on your phone. Tap your profile picture in the top right corner. Scroll to Messages and tap it (or tap Show all to view more). Your recent chats appear here, along with new message requests.

How to Create a Group Chat on Spotify: Step-by-Step

• Go to Messages as described above.
• Tap New Message (or look for Create group at the top of the screen).
• Select Create group.
• Browse suggested friends (based on your prior interactions).
• Tap to select up to 9 friends (for a total of 10 including you).
• Tap Create group to finalize.

The creator becomes the admin and can add or remove members later. Invited participants show as "Pending" until they accept.

Alternatively, start from content: Tap the share icon on a song, playlist, podcast, or audiobook. Choose Messages > Create group, then select participants.

How to Share Content in Spotify Group Chats

In the group chat, type messages or tap the share icon again to add more tracks or episodes directly. Recipients can play, react with emojis, or reply instantly. This keeps everyone engaged without leaving Spotify.

Managing Your Spotify Group Chats

Admins add or remove members via group settings (usually three dots menu). Any participant can leave the chat or block others. Report inappropriate messages by long-pressing and selecting Report. You control notifications in Settings > Notifications > Social features > Messages.

Benefits and Tips for Using Spotify Group Chats

Group chats enhance music discovery. Friends exchange real-time opinions on new releases, build shared playlists collaboratively, or discuss audiobooks together. Use them for family listening sessions, friend music exchanges, or podcast clubs.

Tips for success:

• Update the Spotify app to the latest version for full group chat access.
• Build interactions first (share content or join Jams) to unlock more suggestions.
• Use clear names or emojis in chats for easy identification.
• Combine with other features like Blends for personalized recommendations.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

If you do not see the Create group option, ensure the app is updated and you have prior interactions. Restart the app or check internet connection. New users may need to send an invite link first via share menu > Invite friends to Messages. If suggestions lack friends, encourage them to interact with your content.

Start Connecting Through Music Today

Spotify group chats make sharing and discussing your favorite content easier and more fun. Open the app now, head to Messages, and create your first group chat. Invite friends to discover new music together and keep the conversation alive directly on Spotify.

Ready to chat about music? Open Spotify and create your group chat now! Share this guide with friends to get everyone involved.