How to Listen to Spotify Songs Not Available in Your Region for Free

Ever tried to play a song on Spotify, only to see “This track isn’t available in your region”? Frustrating. But there are practical ways to unlock those blocked tracks—and yes, it’s possible to do it for free. Here’s how.

Why Are Some Spotify Songs Blocked in Your Country?

Spotify’s music library changes depending on where you live. That’s because licensing agreements vary by country. Some tracks or albums are only available in specific regions. The good news: you don’t have to accept these restrictions.

1. Use a Free VPN

A Virtual Private Network (VPN) lets you change your online location. When you connect to a VPN server in a different country, Spotify thinks you’re there. Here’s the step-by-step:

• Download a Free VPN: Some popular free options include Proton VPN, Windscribe, and TunnelBear.
• Install and Open the VPN App: Choose a server in a country where the song is available (the US, UK, or Germany are usually safe bets).
• Connect to the Server.
• Open Spotify: Log in and try playing the song. It should now work.

Tip: Free VPNs usually have data limits or fewer servers, but they’re enough for occasional use.

2. Use a Web Proxy (Quick & Dirty)

A web proxy is a simple alternative to a VPN. It reroutes your browser traffic through another country. Websites like Hide.me and HMA let you try this for free. The downside: it only works with the Spotify web player, not the desktop or mobile app.

3. Create a New Spotify Account (if needed)

Sometimes, even with a VPN, your current account might stay locked to your original country. If that happens:

• Log out of Spotify.
• With your VPN still active, go to the Spotify sign-up page.
• Register a new account using a throwaway email and choose the same country as your VPN server.

This method unlocks the full local catalog, but you’ll lose your playlists unless you transfer them (tools like SpotMyBackup can help).

4. Use Playlist Sharing Sites

If a specific song is blocked, sometimes users upload playlists or share links using third-party sites like Soundiiz or Playlist Converter. You can try searching for the song or album there, as they sometimes pull from different catalogs.

5. Block Annoying Ads for Free

If you’re already going through the trouble of unlocking tracks, why not get rid of ads too? Check out this guide on how to block ads on Spotify’s desktop app without paying for Premium. It breaks down several safe, free options to keep your listening ad-free.

6. Last Resort: YouTube or SoundCloud

If Spotify still doesn’t play ball, try looking up the track on YouTube or SoundCloud. Most popular songs eventually end up there, often uploaded by official channels.

The Bottom Line

Geo-blocking on Spotify is annoying, but not unbeatable. Free VPNs and proxies work well for most people. Just remember: always choose trustworthy services to protect your privacy, and never pay for sketchy “unlock” tools.

Got another trick for unblocking Spotify tracks? Drop it in the comments!

Mark Vincent

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