Spotify’s ‘QR code verification’ cracks down on sharing and could ban you for a year
Spotify introduced a new enforcement mechanism using QR code verification to reduce unauthorized sharing of Family plan accounts. The system creates a narrow verification window, and missing it can result in account suspension for up to a year. While the workaround is relatively straightforward, the penalties for non-compliance are severe.
Key points
- QR code verification targets Family plan sharing
- Failed verification can trigger year-long ban
- Verification window is limited
- Workaround exists but consequences are significant
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