How to Pay for Spotify with M-Pesa
If you want to know how to pay for Spotify with Mpesa in Kenya, this guide shows you which plans support Mpesa, how to do a payment step by step, and what you need to watch out for.
Quick Answer — At a Glance
Go to Spotify Premium → choose a Prepaid Individual plan (one-time payment, not auto-renew).
Select M-Pesa as your payment method.
Enter your Mpesa-linked phone number and confirm.
Complete payment via STK push, approving with your Mpesa PIN.
Which Spotify Plans Support Mpesa in Kenya
Only Prepaid Individual plans (e.g. 7 days, 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, or 12 months) support Mpesa payment. Kenyayote+2TechArena+2
Regular auto-renewing Premium subscriptions (monthly recurring) currently do not support Mpesa. TechArena+1
Step-by-Step Guide
1. Open Spotify & Go to Premium
Log in or create a Spotify account.
Navigate to the Premium tab or section.
2. Select the Prepaid Option
Choose Individual → Prepaid.
Pick the duration you want (7 days / 1 month / 3 / 6 / 12 months). TechArena+2Kenyayote+2
3. Choose Payment Method
On the checkout/payment screen, pick M-Pesa. Kenyayote+1
You’ll be asked to enter your mobile number.
4. Confirm via STK Push
Spotify will send an STK push (a prompt on your phone from Safaricom).
Enter your Mpesa PIN to authorize.
Wait for confirmation that the payment is successful.
Important Notes / Tips
Because it’s prepaid, you’ll need to manually pay again when the period ends — there’s no auto-renew with Mpesa currently. Kenyayote+1
Ensure your Mpesa line is active and linked, with enough balance when doing STK push.
Save the confirmation SMS / receipt in case there is a problem.
Prices vary depending on duration; longer plans cost more but may offer better value.
FAQs
Q: Can I pay for Spotify monthly subscription with Mpesa (auto-renew)?
A: No. Mpesa is only available for Prepaid Individual plans (one time payment), not recurring monthly auto-renewal. TechArena+1
Q: What if I don’t see Mpesa as a payment option?
A: Make sure you picked the Prepaid plan, not auto-renew. Also ensure your Spotify app or website is set to Kenya region.
Q: Does payment via Mpesa work on all devices?
A: Yes, you can pay via the mobile app or via Spotify website when selecting Prepaid. The STK push works on your phone.
Q: How long does it take for Spotify to activate after payment?
A: It’s usually almost instant after the STK push is approved.
Q: What happens if the STK push fails or I entered wrong number?
A: Payment won’t go through. You can retry, ensure the number matches your Mpesa number, and contact Spotify support if error continues.
