How to Report Fraudulent Spotify Playlists

How to Report Fraudulent Spotify Playlists

If your music is added to a suspicious or fraudulent Spotify playlist, take prompt action to protect your stream counts, royalties, and account integrity. Fraudulent playlists often use bots and other artificial techniques to violate Spotify’s streaming policies, which can result in songs being removed or penalties against the artist’s account.

Spotify provides a dedicated Playlist Reporter Form for artists. This tool allows you to submit evidence directly to their internal review team for investigation.

When to Report

Consider reporting a playlist if:

• The playlist’s streams seem highly unnatural or inflated.
• There are signs of stream manipulation or bots.
• The playlist owner asks for payment to guarantee placement or streams.
• Your music is added without your consent and you observe suspicious activity patterns.

Steps to Report a Suspicious Playlist

1. Go to the Playlist Reporter Form
   Visit https://artists.spotify.com/c/playlist-reporter . Log in to your Spotify for Artists account.
2. Locate the Playlist on Spotify
   Find the playlist in the Spotify app or Web Player.
3. Copy the Playlist Link
   Open the playlist on mobile or desktop. Select Share → Copy link to playlist.
4. Submit the Link via the Form
   Paste the link into the form, answer the prompts, and provide detailed reasons for your suspicion.
5. Complete the Report
   Submit the form. Spotify’s team will review your submission and may contact you for more information.

Why Reporting Matters

Fraudulent playlists undermine legitimate artists by distorting streaming metrics and risking account sanctions. Prompt reporting helps maintain a fair streaming environment and ensures your music career is protected against policy violations you didn’t commit.

For artists who rely on streaming services for income, linking music only to genuine and policy-compliant playlists is crucial. Addressing misconduct quickly safeguards both creative and financial interests.