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Spotify's Family plan QR code could cost you Premium access

Engadget • Thu, 22 Oct 2026

Spotify is trying to make some Premium Family members prove they live at the same address.

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Spotify is trying to make some Premium Family members prove they live at the same address.

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Spotify is trying to make some Premium Family members prove they live at the same address.

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