I joined spotify in 2011 and the core offer was simply access to all music across your devices. However, that's not really relevant.
2020 was the year I really started to question why I was taking such care with my data in some ways but not others. The Wrapped 2020 was a bright reminder to me that if I want to take my privacy seriously I need to look at everything in my life that collects data. Simple as that.
I don't think spotify is wrong or evil to collect the data. I actually think it is a great product. I have just decided that I want to leave as little data around about my daily activities as possible.
As it happens I don't use the Discovery features very much and it turns out there are still some enjoyable FM stations where I live. When I want background music I turn on the radio. When I want something more specific I play an album or playlist from my collection.
2020 was the year I really started to question why I was taking such care with my data in some ways but not others. The Wrapped 2020 was a bright reminder to me that if I want to take my privacy seriously I need to look at everything in my life that collects data. Simple as that.
I don't think spotify is wrong or evil to collect the data. I actually think it is a great product. I have just decided that I want to leave as little data around about my daily activities as possible.
As it happens I don't use the Discovery features very much and it turns out there are still some enjoyable FM stations where I live. When I want background music I turn on the radio. When I want something more specific I play an album or playlist from my collection.