- Spotify has increased the library pinning limit from four to 20 items, a feature that users have requested for years.
- The global rollout of this update begins today, allowing both free and paid users to pin up to 20 items.
- Previously, users could only pin up to four items, with Liked Songs and New Episodes being the default.
- Some users had already noticed the change, with one Reddit post showing a library view with six pinned items.
Spotify has officially increased its library pinning limit from four to 20 items, a change that users have been requesting for years. Starting today, both free and paid users can pin up to 20 playlists, albums, artists, podcasts, and audiobooks at the top of their library.12
The update, described as the 'most requested' by Spotify, aims to provide users with greater flexibility in managing their content. Previously, users were limited to just four pinned items, which included Liked Songs and New Episodes for podcasts. “You wanted more flexibility in Your Library, so we made it happen,” Spotify stated in their announcement.4
User feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, with one user commenting, “Life changing for me (I have over 500 playlists),” while another expressed gratitude, saying, “One of the best decisions ever. Thank you Spotify!” However, some users have also voiced their frustrations, with comments like, “The product team should be embarrassed that this took so long,” highlighting the long wait for this feature.
The change is part of a broader effort by Spotify to enhance user experience, as the app had previously only allowed four pinned items at a time. “Give us the option to get rid of podcasts and audiobooks, also a light mode would be nice for daytime selection,” another user suggested, indicating that while the update is welcomed, there are still areas for improvement.
Overall, this update marks a significant step in Spotify's commitment to listening to user feedback and improving its platform.
“Previously limited to four items, the update allows up to 20 items including playlists, albums, artists, podcasts, and audiobooks, available to both free and paid users globally. User reactions were mixed, with one calling it 'life changing' and another saying 'the product team should be embarrassed' it took so long.”
9to5Mac
