How to Remove Local Files from Spotify

Managing your local files on Spotify can be a straightforward process, whether you are using the desktop application on Windows or macOS, or the Spotify app on your iOS or Android device. This guide will walk you through the steps needed to remove any local files, ensuring your Spotify experience remains optimized and uncluttered. We will cover both desktop and mobile options, so you can choose the one that best suits your needs.

Removing Local Files on Desktop

If you are using a desktop computer and want to remove local files from Spotify, follow these simple steps:

Open the Spotify application on your Windows or macOS computer.

Navigate to the settings. Click on your profile name in the top-right corner, then select the Settings option from the dropdown menu.

Scroll down and click on Show Advanced Settings.

Locate the Local Files section. Here, you will see the sources of your local files.

To remove a specific file, go to your Local Files playlist in the left sidebar.

Right-click on the file you want to remove and select Remove from this Playlist. Note that this action does not delete the file from your computer; it simply removes it from Spotify's local files list.

Removing Local Files on Mobile

For mobile users, the process is equally straightforward with the Spotify app on iOS or Android:

Open the Spotify app on your mobile device.

Tap on Your Library at the bottom of the screen.

If you have local files available, they will be in a playlist called Local Files.

Tap on the three-dot menu next to the song you want to remove.

Select Remove from Playlist. Once again, this action does not delete the actual file from your device; it simply removes it from your Spotify library.

Additional Notes and Settings

For more comprehensive management of your local files, you can:

To completely stop syncing local files, disable the Local Files feature in the settings.

To remove the source of local files, go back to the Local Files section in settings and uncheck any folders that are currently selected.

Should you need further assistance, feel free to reach out to our support team.

Managing Downloaded Files

Users of Spotify can also manage the downloaded files on their devices. For free users, you can clear the cache by clicking the gear icon and navigating to the bottom to delete cache. Premium users with the download option can find this feature in the same settings menu, where they can delete the downloaded files.

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