Short Introduction
This is the ultimate method to block all ads on Spotify across Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, iOS, and browsers using trusted open-source tools. It ensures ad-free listening without paying for Premium.
Simplified One-Line Flowchart
- Pick your device ➔ Choose the best tool (SpotX, Spicetify, XManager, etc.) ➔ Follow install steps ➔ Enjoy Spotify with no ads
Easy Step-by-Step Method
Windows (Best: SpotX or BlockTheSpot)
Step 1: Choose one of the tools
Step 2: Follow the GitHub install guide
- Disable Spotify auto-updates after setup for best results.
Mac (Best: SpotX for Mac)
Step 1: Run the SpotX Mac script
Alternative:
- Install AdGuard for Mac from cmacked.com
- Add Spotify to filtered apps in AdGuard → Enjoy ad-free playback (Note: May not work after sleep mode)
Linux (Best: SpotX Linux)
Step 1: Use SpotX or Spicetify for Linux
Android (Best: XManager)
Step 1: Download and install XManager
Step 2: Choose latest modded version inside app (e.g. ARMv8)
iOS (Jailbroken: Spotilife | Non-Jailbroken: AltStore or TrollStore)
Step 1: For Jailbroken Devices
- Add Spotilife repo: julioverne’s repo
- Downgrade Spotify using AppStore++
Step 2: For Non-Jailbroken Devices
- Install AltStore
- Download IPA: Spotify Spotilife IPA
- Sideload via AltStore or try TrollStore
Browser (Best: uBlock Origin)
Step 1: Install adblocker extension
Optional: For Safari
Quick Tips (Optional)
- Use Spicetify for full theme customization and extra features: Spicetify
- Downgrade Spotify version if any mod stops working.
Important Notes
- Avoid random Spotify mod APKs from unverified sources—they may be malware.
- Disable Spotify auto-updates to maintain ad-blocking on desktop.
- AltStore apps on iOS expire after 7 days unless you have a paid developer account.
- Use Bluetooth streaming from a patched phone to smart speakers for ad-free experience.
- Some solutions (e.g. AdGuard) may occasionally fail—SpotX is the most reliable desktop fix.
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