Hey everyone,
I’ve been using Spotify for years, but recently I started digging into how the company actually works. What I found out was pretty surprising and not so great.
Has anyone else looked into Spotify’s business practices? I’m curious to hear what others think about how they treat artists and handle user data.
It seems like there’s a lot going on behind the scenes that most users don’t know about. If you have any insights or experiences to share, I’d really appreciate it.
Thanks for any input!
yeah spotify’s shady af. i looked into it n was shocked how they screw over artists. like pennies per stream? wtf. plus all the data they hoard on us is creepy. convenient sure, but at what cost? makes me think twice bout using it tbh. wish there was a better option that didnt exploit musicians
I’ve done some research on Spotify’s business model too, and it’s definitely eye-opening. One thing that stood out to me is how little artists actually earn per stream - often fractions of a cent. It’s pretty disheartening for smaller musicians trying to make a living.
As for user data, Spotify collects a ton of info on listening habits and uses it for targeted ads and recommendations. While that can be convenient, it also raises privacy concerns. They’ve had some controversies around data handling in the past.
Another issue is their market dominance and how that impacts the music industry overall. Some argue Spotify has too much power in shaping what music gets promoted and heard.
It’s a complex topic with pros and cons. Spotify has made music more accessible, but at what cost to artists and user privacy? Definitely worth being aware of as consumers.