There are several reasons why someone might have Spotify Premium without paying directly:

• Spotify often offers free trials of Premium, ranging from 1 month to 3 or even 6 months, especially for new users or through special promotions and partnerships with other services like Microsoft Rewards, Xbox Game Pass, or companies like H&M and Just Eat. These free trials grant full Premium benefits for a limited time without charge.

• Sometimes Spotify provides promotional access to Premium features temporarily as a marketing strategy to encourage users to upgrade or continue subscribing. This can make it seem like you have Premium without payment, often expiring after a few weeks if no payment method is added.

• You might be part of a Family or Duo plan where someone else pays for a shared Premium subscription, allowing you to enjoy Premium features without paying yourself.

• Other less common ways include being subscribed through special bundles or partner offers that include Spotify Premium as part of another service or device purchase.

If the Premium access is unexplained, it is worth checking your account details directly in Spotify or your email for any free trial or promotional offers you might have activated. Also, verify if you are part of someone else’s family plan that is paying for the subscription. In summary, having Spotify Premium without paying is often due to a free trial, promotional offer, or being on a paid group plan where you are not the payer.