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.