How to Make a Spotify Blend Playlist

Spotify Blend is a shared playlist that automatically merges your taste with another user’s, updating daily with tracks both of you are likely to enjoy. You need a Spotify account (free or Premium) and the other person must also have an account. The blend is created in the mobile app, but it can be played on any device. Here’s how to set one up in under a minute.

What You’ll Need

• A Spotify account (free tier works fine).
• The Spotify app installed on your phone or tablet (iOS or Android).
• The other user’s Spotify username or a way to share an invite link with them (text, email, social media).
• Both accounts must be in the same country/region (Spotify limits blends to users in the same country).

Step-by-Step

1. Open the Spotify app on your mobile device. Make sure you’re logged in to your account.
2. Tap the “Search” tab (the magnifying glass icon) at the bottom of the screen.
3. Type “Blend” in the search bar. You’ll see a result called “Blend” with a colorful gradient icon (pink, purple, blue). Tap it.
4. Alternatively, go to the “Made For You” hub: tap “Home,” then the “Made For You” icon (the one that looks like a person with a star) at the top. Scroll down to find “Blend” under “Made for you.”
5. Tap “Invite” (or “Start Blend”). A screen will open with a share sheet.
6. Choose how to send the invite: text message, WhatsApp, email, copy link, etc. The link is unique to you and expires after a few days, so send it soon.
7. Wait for the other person to accept. They must tap the link, open it in Spotify, and confirm they want to join. If they don’t have the app, they’ll be prompted to install it.
8. Once they accept, the Blend appears in your library. You’ll see it under “Playlists” or in the “Made For You” section. It’s automatically saved for both of you.
9. Open the Blend to see the playlist. It will have a mix of songs from both of you, plus a “Taste Match” score at the top (a percentage that shows how similar your tastes are).
10. Play it, share it, or add to your library. The playlist updates daily with new tracks, so you don’t need to do anything else.

Common Mistakes

• Using the desktop app: Blend can only be created from the mobile app (iOS/Android). You can listen to it on desktop, but not start one.
• Sending the invite to yourself: Make sure you send the link to the other person, not to your own second account or email.
• Ignoring the country restriction: If you’re in different countries, the other person won’t be able to join. You’ll see an error message.
• Expecting to manually edit: You can’t add or remove songs manually—Spotify curates it. If you want a manual shared playlist, create a normal collaborative playlist instead.
• Deleting the Blend: If you remove it from your library, it’s gone for both of you. You can re-invite, but the history may be lost.

Tips

• Check the “Taste Match” score: It’s fun to see how compatible you are. It updates as you both listen more.
• Listen to the Blend regularly: The more you listen to the Blend, the better it gets. Spotify uses your listening history to pick songs.
• Create multiple Blends: You can have up to 10 active Blends at once. Each one is with a different person (or group, if you upgrade to Blend for Groups).
• Share the Blend on social media: The Blend has a nice cover image with both your profile pictures—it’s great for sharing to Instagram or Snapchat.
• Use the “Blend for Groups” feature: If you want to include more than two people, search for “Blend for Groups” in the app. It lets you invite up to 10 friends.

Troubleshooting

• The invite link doesn’t work: The link expires after a few days. Ask the other person to try again, or generate a new invite by going to the Blend and tapping the three-dot menu → “Invite.”
• The other person doesn’t see the Blend: Make sure they have the latest version of Spotify. Also, they must be in the same country as you.
• No “Blend” appears in search: Update the app to the latest version. If it still doesn’t show, log out and back in, or restart your phone.
• Blend is empty or only has your songs: Give it a few hours. It takes time for Spotify to process both users’ libraries. Also, if the other person has a brand-new account with no listening history, the Blend may be sparse.
• You get an error “Can’t create Blend”: This usually means you’re in different countries, or one account is a child account (Spotify Kids). Check both accounts’ country settings.
• You accidentally deleted the Blend: Both users lose it. You’ll need to create a new one and invite again.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make a Blend with someone who has a free Spotify account?

Yes, both free and Premium users can create and join Blends. No premium required.

How often does the Blend update?

The playlist updates daily, usually in the morning. New songs are added based on your recent listening.

Can I manually add songs to a Blend?

No, you can’t manually edit the playlist. It’s auto-generated by Spotify. If you want manual control, create a collaborative playlist instead.

Can I see who the Blend is with?

Yes, the Blend shows both profile pictures and names at the top. You can also tap on it to see the other user’s profile.

Does the Blend count toward my listening stats (like Spotify Wrapped)?

Yes, songs you play from a Blend count as regular plays on your account, so they’ll affect your Wrapped and other stats.

Can I make a Blend with more than one person?

Yes, Spotify has a “Blend for Groups” feature that allows up to 10 people. Look for it in the same search area.

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