Yes, a Spotify Liked Songs playlist is public by default when it's created. This means that when you create a playlist from your Liked Songs, it is initially visible to others.
Understanding Default Playlist Privacy
When you transform your collection of liked songs into a shareable playlist, Spotify automatically sets its privacy to public. This default setting makes it easy for you to share your musical tastes with friends and the broader Spotify community without needing to adjust settings immediately.
Default Privacy Setting Overview
The table below summarizes the default privacy setting for a newly created Liked Songs playlist and how to modify it:
| Feature | Default Setting | How to Change |
|---|---|---|
| Liked Songs Playlist | Public | Click the three dots (...) at the top of the playlist, then select 'Make private'. |
How to Change Your Liked Playlist Privacy
While the default is public, you have full control over who can see your Liked Songs playlist. If you prefer to keep your music private or only visible to specific people, you can easily change its privacy settings.
To change your playlist from public to private:
- Open the Liked Songs playlist in your Spotify app or web player.
- Look for the three dots (
...) icon, typically located near the playlist title or cover art. This icon usually indicates more options. - Click on the three dots to open a dropdown menu.
- From the menu, select 'Make private'.
Once set to private, your playlist will no longer be discoverable by the public and will only be visible to you or those you explicitly share it with. You can revert it to public at any time by following the same steps and choosing 'Make public'.
For more information on sharing and managing your Spotify playlists, you can refer to resources on how to share Liked Songs as a playlist.
