Spotify is turning up the volume on its subscription costs once again. Starting with February 2026 billing cycles, the streaming leader has officially raised prices across all Premium tiers in the United States. The standard Individual plan has jumped from $11.99 to $12.99 per month, marking a significant shift as the company enters the first quarter of the year.

It is not just American listeners feeling the pinch. Subscribers in Estonia and Latvia are also seeing rate hikes as part of this global rollout. According to reports from Music Business Worldwide and CNET, these changes apply to the entire range of Premium offerings. The price adjustments are designed to help Spotify demonstrate sustained profitability to its investors after years of rapid expansion.

This latest move follows a pattern of industry-wide price adjustments. While users may be frustrated by the extra dollar, the company remains focused on increasing its average revenue per user. Per Investing.com, the decision keeps the platform competitive with rivals like Apple Music and Amazon Music, both of which have explored similar pricing strategies in recent years.