Spotify is rolling out a new “Snooze” feature that allows Premium users to temporarily remove specific songs from their personalised recommendations for 30 days. The update is designed to combat listening fatigue from overplayed tracks, offering a more flexible option than the permanent “Hide” button.
The Snooze feature is currently in testing with Premium subscribers and will gradually become available more widely. To use it, listeners can tap the three-dot menu next to a song and select “Snooze.” Once snoozed, that track will no longer appear in algorithmically generated playlists such as Discover Weekly, Daily Mixes or other recommendation-based experiences for a month. After 30 days, the track will be reintroduced unless the user chooses to snooze it again or permanently hide it.
This update is part of a broader overhaul of user control tools within the Spotify app. The traditional “Hide” function has also been updated so that when users hide a song, it now disappears from their playlists across all devices, not just the one where the action was taken. This improvement ensures a more seamless experience for users switching between smartphones, tablets, or desktops.
Spotify has also redesigned its queue interface for Premium users. The new design makes it easier to manage what’s playing, with clearly labelled buttons for Shuffle, Smart Shuffle, Repeat, and a built-in Sleep Timer to help users better control their listening sessions.
In addition, playlist management has been improved for mobile users. The app now allows easier addition, sorting, and editing of playlists. In selected countries, including the US, UK, Canada, Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, and South Africa, users can also convert their liked songs into curated playlists with a single tap. A redesigned “Create” button provides quick access to tools for building, joining, or generating AI-powered playlists.
As features like Snooze roll out more widely, users can expect a more personalised, manageable and enjoyable streaming experience tailored to their listening habits.
