Spotify for macOS

Spotify AB · Free version available

Spotify can be used for free; some features are only in the paid edition.

Spotify is a digital music streaming service developed by Spotify AB that provides access to millions of songs, albums, artists, and podcasts. It operates on a freemium model, offering standard audio playback for free alongside optional paid subscriptions for offline listening and ad-free playback.

Download for macOS

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✓ Official source (Homebrew)
✓ Last checked: Nov. 4, 2026

Version: 1.3.6.1921
License: Proprietary
Installer type: dmg

Install from the command line

How do I use this?

This command needs Homebrew; if you don't have it, first run the install command from brew.sh. Then open Terminal (Applications > Utilities > Terminal), paste the command and press Enter.

brew install --cask spotify

How to install

Download the installer via the official download button or use Homebrew.
Run brew install --cask spotify in Terminal if using Homebrew.
Open Spotify from the Applications folder.

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