How to Unhide Songs on Spotify Android iPhone PC without Premium

Introduction

I want to listen to the song I hid on Spotify? Do you want to listen to it again now?It happens to many people. Other times, we just change our mind and want to hear that song again. But then the question comes—how do we unhide it?

The good news is, you don’t need Spotify Premium to bring back your hidden songs. Whether you are using an Android phone, an iPhone, or a PC, the steps are simple. Even if you’re using the free version of Spotify, you can still unhide songs with just a few taps or clicks.

Why Do Songs Get Hidden?

It usually happens when you press the three-dot menu beside a song and hit “Hide this song”. You might do it by mistake or just because you didn’t like the track at the time. Sometimes, someone else using your account might hide something without telling you.

How to Unhide Songs on Spotify for Android

If you’re using an Android phone, follow these steps:

Open Your Spotify App

Make sure you’re logged in to your account.

Go to Settings

• Tap the gear icon on the top right.

• Scroll until you see the section called Playback.

Enable “Show Unplayable Songs”

• Turn on the switch that says “Show unplayable songs”.

• This lets you see songs you’ve hidden—they’ll show up in grey.

Find and Unhide the Song

• Go to the playlist or album where the song is.

• Tap the three dots (•••) next to the greyed-out song.

• Tap “Hidden” to unhide it.

Now it should play just like before.

How to Unhide Songs on Spotify for iPhone

The process on iPhone is very similar to Android. Here’s what to do:

Open Spotify

Launch the app and log in if needed.

Access Settings

• Tap the gear icon at the top right.

• Find and tap on Playback.

Turn On “Show Unplayable Songs”

• Flip the switch to make hidden songs visible.

Unhide the Song

• Find the greyed-out song in your playlist.

• Tap the three dots beside it.

• Select “Hidden” to bring it back.

That’s it—you’re done!

How to Unhide Songs on Spotify for PC or Mac

Prefer listening on your computer? You can also unhide songs from there.

Open Spotify on Desktop

Open the app and log in.

Go to Settings

• Click on your profile icon in the top right.

• Choose Settings from the dropdown menu.

Show Unplayable Songs

• Scroll down to the Playback section.

• Switch on “Show unavailable songs in playlists.”

Unhide the Song

• Go to the playlist or album where the song is hidden.

• Right-click the greyed-out track.

• Click “Hidden” to make it playable again.

Your song will return to normal.

Do I Need Spotify Premium to Do This?

No, you don’t. This is one of those features that works for both free and Premium users. Whether you’re listening with ads or not, you can still hide and unhide songs any time.

What free users can do:

• Show hidden songs

• Unhide them

• Customize playback settings

What free users can’t do:

• Play songs on-demand in every playlist

• Skip unlimited songs

• Download songs for offline use

Avoid Hiding Songs by Mistake

Here are a few quick tips to avoid hiding songs you didn’t mean to:

• Don’t rush while tapping options next to songs.

• Make sure you know what “Hide this song” means before pressing it.

• Keep “Show unplayable songs” turned on.

• If someone else uses your account, ask them not to hide anything.

Organizing Hidden Songs

Spotify doesn’t give you a folder for hidden songs, so the only way to manage them is by going through playlists and checking what’s greyed out.

Here’s how to stay on top of it:

• Enable “Show unplayable songs” in settings.

• Check your playlists regularly.

• Unhide anything that doesn’t need to be hidden anymore.

What If the Song Still Won’t Show?

If the song doesn’t appear even after you’ve followed all the steps, here are a few things you can try:

Update the App

Make sure you’re using the latest version of Spotify.

Restart the App

Sometimes a simple restart is all it takes.

Log Out and Back In

This refreshes your account settings.

Check Another Device

Try checking from a PC if you’re on mobile (or vice versa).

Clear Cache (Android)

Go to your phone’s settings, then Apps > Spotify > Storage > Clear Cache.

If none of these work, it’s possible the song has been removed by Spotify for licensing reasons. In that case, it’s not hidden—it’s actually gone.

Bonus Tips for a Better Spotify Experience

Want to get more out of your music? Try these:

• Make your own playlists with songs you love.

• Use the “like” feature to save favorite tracks.

• Check playlist settings every few weeks.

• Explore Discover Weekly and other recommendations.

Conclusion

So that’s it—now you know how to unhide songs on Spotify, whether you’re using Android, iPhone, or your computer. The best part? You don’t need a Premium account. It’s all possible with a free Spotify account too.

Sometimes we hide songs by mistake. Other times, we just change our mind later and feel like listening to them again. No problem at all! Just turn on the “Show unplayable songs” option in your settings, go to the playlist, tap the three dots, and unhide it. That’s it!

Music is all about mood and memories. Don’t let one small tap hide your favorite song forever. Now that you know how to bring it back, your playlist is fully under your control again.

FAQs

1. Can I unhide songs on Spotify without a Premium account?

Yes, you can! You don’t need Spotify Premium to unhide songs. This feature works just fine on free accounts too. Just turn on the “Show unplayable songs” option in settings, and you’re good to go.

2. Why did my song disappear from a playlist?

Most likely, the song was hidden by mistake, or someone using your account hid it. In some cases, Spotify might remove a song due to licensing issues, in which case it’s not hidden—it’s actually gone.

3. Where do I find the “Show unplayable songs” setting?

• On Android or iPhone: Open the app → Tap the gear icon (Settings) → Scroll to Playback → Turn on “Show unplayable songs.”

• On PC/Mac: Click your profile → Settings → Look under Playback and enable “Show unavailable songs in playlists.”

4. What do hidden songs look like in playlists?

Hidden songs appear grayed out or faded. They won’t play unless you unhide them. Once you make them visible again, they’ll look like normal tracks.

5. How do I unhide a song once I see it?

• Tap the three dots (•••) next to the greyed-out song.

• Select “Hidden” or “Unhide”, depending on your device.

• The song should now be playable again.

6. Why can’t I see the hidden songs even after turning on the setting?

Try the following:

• Restart the app

• Update Spotify

• Log out and log back in

• Clear cache (Android only)

• Or try accessing the playlist on a different device

If the song still doesn’t show, Spotify may have removed it from their catalog.

7. Can I see a list of all hidden songs in one place?

Unfortunately, Spotify doesn’t offer a full “Hidden Songs” list. You’ll need to browse through playlists and look for grayed-out tracks manually. Keeping the “Show unplayable songs” option enabled will help spot them faster.

8. Will unhiding a song also make it visible to my followers?

Yes. If someone is following your playlist and you unhide a song, it will become visible and playable to them too—unless they’ve hidden it on their own account.

9. Can I unhide songs in Spotify’s auto-generated playlists like Discover Weekly?

Yes, you can. If you’ve hidden a song in Discover Weekly or Release Radar, just go back, find the greyed-out track, and hit Unhide. It works the same way.

10. What happens if I hide a song again after unhiding it?

It’ll go back to being hidden. But don’t worry—you can always repeat the process and unhide it again anytime. Spotify lets you switch back and forth as much as you like.