If the Spotify cache is using up disk space or if it crashes, here are the steps you should follow to clear the Spotify cache in Windows 10.
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1. Location of Spotify cache
This is where Spotify stores its cache data. Depending on which version of Spotify you are using, follow the relevant cache path. Replace UserName with the actual Windows username.
- Regular win32 (exe) cache location:
C:UsersUserNameAppDataLocalSpotifyStorage
- Location Microsoft Store downloaded Spotify cache:
C:UsersUserNameAppDataLocalPackagesSpotifyAB.SpotifyMusic_zpdnekdrzrea0LocalCacheSpotifyData
2. Clear Spotify cache in Windows
If you have the regular win32 (exe) version of Spotify installed, follow these steps to clear Spotify cache.
B1: Close Spotify if it’s running.
B2: Open the Run dialog box with the keyboard shortcut Win
+ R
B3: Copy the path below.
%LocalAppData%SpotifyStorage
B4: Paste it into the empty field of the Run window. Click OK.
B5: Select all files and folders with the keyboard shortcut Ctrl
+ A
B6: Delete all selected folders and files.
You have successfully deleted the Spotify cache. Now, you can close the File Explorer window.
3. Clear Spotify cache downloaded from the Microsoft Store
If you installed Spotify from the Microsoft Store, the cache data will be saved somewhere else. However, it’s easy to clear the cache.
B1: Close Spotify if it’s running.
B2: Open a Run window with the keyboard shortcut Win
+ R
B3: Copy the path below.
%LocalAppData%PackagesSpotifyAB.SpotifyMusic_zpdnekdrzrea0LocalCacheSpotifyData
B4: Paste it in the blank field and press Enter
.
B5: Select all folders and files in the Data folder .
B6: Press the Delete
key on your keyboard to delete them
When you clear cache folders, the Spotify cache is cleared.
Spotify download location
Spotify download location and cache location are different. In general, you can find the download location directly on the Spotify settings page. Open Spotify , click on the user icon and select Settings. Scroll down, click the Show advanced settings button, and you’ll see the download location under the Offline songs storage section . If needed, you can also change the download location of Spotify with just a few clicks.