Spotify is rolling out a major update for parents who want more control over what their children listen to. Managed accounts for kids under 13 are now available in at least seven countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Germany, France, and the Netherlands. These accounts provide a safer and more personalized way for young listeners to enjoy music while keeping parents in control of what plays.
Spotify’s new managed accounts are built specifically for children under the age of 13. They offer a music-only experience within the main Spotify app, allowing parents to use their Family Plan settings to filter explicit lyrics, block certain artists or songs, and hide videos or looping visuals called Canvas. Unlike the limited Spotify Kids app, these accounts exist within the regular Spotify platform, giving kids a familiar interface with features like Discover Weekly and Daylist, but with age-appropriate restrictions.
Premium Family subscribers can set up a managed account directly from their Spotify settings by choosing “Add a Member” and selecting “Add a listener aged under 13.” Parents retain control over what content plays, while kids can build their own playlists and receive personalized recommendations based on their listening habits. This separation ensures that parents’ Discover Weekly and Wrapped playlists remain unaffected by unexpected surprises like sudden obsessions with gaming soundtracks or silly meme songs.
This update addresses a long-standing challenge for parents who have struggled to balance giving kids music freedom with keeping explicit content away. Managed accounts allow parents to turn off videos, block podcasts, and make sure no age-restricted content slips through, providing peace of mind for families who love streaming music together. For Premium Family subscribers, this update adds even more value, as they still get six individual accounts, and now can include a customized child account. Parents can share their favorite songs safely while using filters that protect young listeners. Kids get the freedom to explore new music and create playlists without impacting the main account’s recommendations.
Spotify’s expansion of managed accounts is a smart move toward safer, family-friendly streaming. It protects young listeners while helping them build their own love for music. With strong parental controls integrated into the app, families can enjoy listening together with confidence and ease. The feature also aims to address growing concerns about children’s exposure to inappropriate content in the digital space, offering a more controlled and secure environment for young users.