With nearly 700 million monthly active users as of early 2025, Spotify isn’t just the world’s biggest music streaming platform — it’s also a tempting target for scammers. Cybercriminals use fake emails, apps, and even malware to steal Spotify accounts and the personal info linked to them.
If you’re a Spotify user — or if your kids or employees are — it’s important to understand how these scams work and how to avoid falling for them.
What Does a Spotify Scam Look Like?
The most common type is