To add someone on Spotify, search their profile and tap Follow, or share a profile link or code to connect.
Want to follow a friend, swap playlists, or build a shared queue in minutes? This guide shows clear, repeatable ways to add people on Spotify across iPhone, Android, and desktop. You’ll get fast methods, deeper tips, privacy notes, and fixes when a name won’t show up. No fluff—just the steps that work.
All The Ways You Can Add People
Pick the route that fits your situation. The table below compares every common path so you can move straight to the right steps.
| Method | Where It Works | Quick Steps |
|---|---|---|
| Search By Name Or Username | Mobile & Desktop | Use Search → enter name → open profile → tap/click Follow. |
| Share Your Profile Link | Mobile & Desktop | Open your profile → copy link → send it in chat/text → they tap Follow. |
| Scan A Spotify Code | Mobile | On your friend’s phone, open camera in Spotify → scan your profile code. |
| From A Profile You’re Viewing | Mobile & Desktop | See a name in playlists or Friend Activity → open profile → tap Follow. |
| Collaborative Playlist Invite | Mobile & Desktop | Make a playlist collaborative → send invite link → they join; you both see each other. |
| Start A Blend Or Jam | Mobile | Start a Blend or Jam → share the invite → they join → open their profile → Follow. |
| Facebook Connect | Desktop & Mobile | Link Facebook in account settings → find friends list → follow matches. |
| Share Sheet Or Messages | Mobile | Use the share icon on a profile or track → choose a contact to send inside Spotify. |
How to Add Someone on Spotify: Mobile And Desktop Steps
If you just want the basics fast, this section walks you through the core moves. The platform terms vary a bit by device, so follow the set that fits your screen.
Find And Follow A Profile
On iPhone Or Android
- Open Spotify and tap Search.
- Type the person’s name or their username.
- Under Profiles, pick the right match.
- Tap Follow.
Tip: If results look crowded, search with a unique part of their display name or paste their direct link. A link jumps straight to the right profile.
On Desktop (Windows Or Mac)
- Click the top left Search field.
- Enter the person’s name or username.
- Open their profile from the Profiles row.
- Click Follow.
Once you follow someone, you’ll see their public playlists and recent listening in the social areas of the app. For the official steps, see Spotify’s guide to follow friends and manage followers.
Share Your Profile Link
Sending your link is the fastest way to help someone find you with zero typos.
On iPhone Or Android
- Tap your profile picture → View profile.
- Tap the three dots ⋯ → Share → Copy link.
- Paste the link into chat, SMS, or email.
On Desktop
- Click your profile top right → Profile.
- Click the three dots ⋯ → Share → Copy link to profile.
- Send the link wherever you chat.
When they open your link in Spotify, they’ll land on your profile and can hit Follow right away.
Scan Or Show A Spotify Code
Spotify Codes work like a QR code for music and profiles. They’re handy when you’re face-to-face or sharing a screenshot.
Show Your Code
- Open your profile.
- Tap the three dots ⋯; your scannable code sits under the cover image.
- Let your friend scan it with their Spotify camera.
Scan A Code
- Go to Search → tap the camera icon.
- Point at the code, or pick a code screenshot from your gallery.
- Open the profile and tap Follow.
Invite Through A Collaborative Playlist
Invites tie people together fast, and the playlist becomes a shared space.
Make Or Convert A Playlist
- Create a playlist or open one you own.
- Tap or click ⋯ → Invite collaborators (wording may show as Make collaborative first).
- Share the invite link with the person you want to add.
Once they accept, open their profile from the collaborator list and tap Follow. See Spotify’s help page on collaborative playlists for the exact buttons on each platform.
Create A Blend Or Start A Jam
Blend builds a shared playlist based on both tastes. Jam creates a live, shared queue. Both include quick invites.
Blend (Mobile)
- In Search, enter “Blend.”
- Open Blend → Invite → send the link.
- Once they join, open the Blend header → tap their avatar → Follow.
Jam (Mobile)
- Play a track → tap the Connect icon (speaker).
- Choose Start a Jam.
- Share the invite link or show the on-screen code.
- Open a participant’s profile → Follow.
Use Facebook Connect (Optional)
If you link Facebook, Spotify can surface your Facebook friends who also use Spotify. From there, follow in one tap. You can add or remove Facebook as a login method in account settings at any time.
Add Someone On Spotify With A Link Or Code (Fast Methods)
When speed matters, skip search typos. Send your profile link or flash your code. Both lead straight to your profile with a clear Follow button. If you’re in a group, a Jam invite works too. People join the queue now and you can open their profiles from the participant list.
See What Friends Are Playing
Following someone unlocks social views inside the app. On desktop, the Friend Activity panel shows what people you follow are playing in near real-time. On mobile, you’ll see public playlists and taste matches in places like Blend, Jams, and shared playlist pages.
Turn Friend Activity On (Desktop)
- Click your profile picture → Settings.
- Under Display, toggle See what your friends are playing.
Smart Ways To Share Your Profile
These quick moves help people reach your profile without hunting through search.
- Add link to socials: Drop your profile link in your bio so friends can follow from anywhere.
- Pin a collaborative playlist: Name it clearly, keep the invite link handy, and add a short note in the description.
- Use codes at events: Save a screenshot of your code; friends can scan from across the room.
Privacy, Safety, And Control
You control what others can see and who can follow you. You can set sessions to private, remove followers, or make playlists private. When you share invites, use trusted contacts. Invites can be forwarded, so rotate links if needed and keep personal details off playlist descriptions.
Quick Fixes When You Can’t Add Or Follow
Run through these checks when a name won’t appear or a follow button seems missing.
| Problem | What To Try | Where |
|---|---|---|
| No results for a name | Search the exact username or use a direct profile link/code. | Mobile & Desktop |
| Can’t open a link | Update the app, then try again; open in the Spotify app, not a browser tab. | Mobile |
| Follow button missing | They may have restricted followers; ask them to share their link or accept an invite. | Mobile & Desktop |
| Friend Activity empty | On desktop, turn on See what your friends are playing in Settings. | Desktop |
| Facebook friends don’t show | Relink Facebook in account settings, then refresh the friends list. | Mobile & Desktop |
| Invite expired | Send a fresh collaborative or Blend invite; old links can time out. | Mobile |
| Blocked or removed | If someone blocked you, the profile may not appear. Share music by link only. | Mobile & Desktop |
Step-By-Step: From First Follow To Real Sharing
Here’s a simple flow that gets two people connected and sharing in minutes.
- Send your link: Copy your profile link and share it in chat.
- Follow each other: Open the profile and tap Follow both ways.
- Create a shared spot: Make a collaborative playlist or start a Blend. Use invites.
- Kick off the music: Add a few tracks to set the tone. Keep the description short and clear.
- Use Friend Activity (desktop): Keep an eye on what’s playing to spark new saves.
FAQ-Style Clarity Without Extra Fluff
Can I Add Someone Without Knowing Their Username?
Yes—send your profile link or show your Spotify Code. Both jump past search. A collaborative playlist or Blend invite also creates a path to each other’s profiles.
Does This Work With Free Accounts?
Yes. Following, sharing links, codes, collaborative playlists, and Blends all work on free and Premium tiers. Jam hosting needs Premium, but anyone can join.
What Should I Do If I See The Wrong Person?
Open the profile and check public playlists or the display photo. If it’s not your friend, back out and use a direct link or code instead.
Copy-Ready Text To Send A Friend
Use this quick note to help someone follow you fast:
“Open Spotify → tap Search → camera icon → scan this code. Or tap my link and hit Follow.”
Wrap-Up: Your Best Next Step
If you’re stuck on spelling or duplicates, send your link or code. If you want a shared space right now, flip a playlist to collaborative and invite them. Once you follow each other, the social parts of Spotify feel natural—lists grow faster, and you find tracks you’d miss alone. If you need the official buttons and menu paths, check Spotify’s pages for follow friends and collaborative playlists.
Now you know how to add someone on spotify from search, links, codes, or invites—pick the route that fits. If you need to teach a friend, share this and walk them through the same steps.