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Marketing · support.spotify.com · Wednesday, 12 August 2026

Spotify tests ‘skip ahead’ button that lets Premium users jump past podcast ads

Spotify is trialing a ‘skip ahead’ button for Premium listeners in select markets, letting them tap past intros, outros and ad breaks. By bypassing non‑Spotify ads, the feature threatens the revenue model of publishers who rely on direct‑sold sponsorships, potentially reshaping podcast monetization.

Read the source: support.spotify.com ↗In the 12 August issue →