Spotify Storage Cache Folder (%LocalAppData%\Spotify\Storage)

Bottom Line: It is 100% safe to clear the Spotify cache. Clearing the cache will not delete your playlists, saved albums, or account settings.

What is the Spotify Storage Cache Folder?

Located at %LocalAppData%\Spotify\Storage on Windows or ~/Library/Caches/com.spotify.client on macOS, this folder stores:

• Audio Stream Cache: Temporarily cached songs you stream so Spotify doesn’t re-download them every time you listen.
• Offline Downloaded Tracks: Songs and podcasts downloaded for offline playback.
• Album Art-cache)-cache)-cache)-cache)-cache)-cache)-cache)-cache)-cache)-cache)-cache)-cache)-cache)-cache)-cache)-cache)-cache)-cache)-cache)-cache)-cache)-cache)-cache)-cache)-cache) & Metadata: Cached images and UI assets.

If you use Spotify heavily or have a Premium subscription with offline downloads enabled, this cache folder can easily consume 10 GB to 30 GB of local storage.

Can You Delete the Spotify Cache?

✅ Yes, it is completely safe to delete.

• Playlists stay intact: Your account, saved songs, created playlists, and followed artists are saved in the cloud.
• Redownload on demand: If you have offline songs downloaded, clearing the cache simply removes local audio files; you can re-download them anytime with one click inside Spotify.

How to Safely Clean Up Spotify Cache

Method 1: Using Spotify’s Built-in Clean Button (Recommended)

1. Open the Spotify app on PC, Mac, or Mobile.
2. Click your profile icon at the top right and select Settings.
3. Scroll down to the Storage section.
4. Next to Cache, click Clear cache.

Method 2: Manual Deletion via File Explorer / Finder

If Spotify hangs or fails to open:

# Windows (Command Prompt)
rmdir /s /q %LocalAppData%\Spotify\Storage

# macOS (Terminal)
rm -rf ~/Library/Caches/com.spotify.client

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