How to Get Spotify Unblocked For School?

Spotify blocking is a very common practice implemented in schools to save bandwidth, prevent distractions, and promote emphasis on educational resources.

Schools leverage network and device restrictions to block access to Spotify for students. But the question is, “Can You Unblock Spotify?” 

Yes, you can unblocked Spotify by following the proven methods given in this blog post.

Why and How Spotify is Blocked?

Spotify is blocked in schools in general for only one reason, and we can all deduce it: to block access to distracting elements and foster educational resources.

Institutions such as schools install Wi-Fi systems and use device restrictions to block access to Spotify and other platforms deemed to be distracting.

For the network restrictions, the central firewall and content filters are used, and for the device restrictions, MDM (Mobile Device Management) and the Screen Time feature are employed.

• The firewall restricts access to certain IP addresses and streaming ports, whereas content filters ensure which content should be accessible based on its content label.

• MDM and Screen time restrictions conceal Spotify on the device, which means it can’t be used, no matter what network you’re connected to.

In a nutshell, cracking Spotify at school is not as easy as it sounds, but not impossible.

How to Unblock Spotify on School Networks and Devices?

Here are the proven methods that you can use to unblock if Spotify is not working on your school networks and devices:

Use a VPN

One of the most reliable and used ways to bypass school network restrictions to access Spotify is connecting to a VPN. Simply, download & install a trusted VPN >> Open and Sign in >> select a server location >> Open the App or Web Player and enjoy Spotify.

Set Up Proxy (PC and Spotify App)

Do you know you can also use proxies to access Spotify on the school network? You only have to go to a trusted proxy server site, insert the Spotify.com, and hit “Go”. 

Additionally, you can also set up a proxy on your school computer and issued device and enjoy your favourite tracks.

On PC:

• Go to the “Settings” on your school computer, then “Network & Internet” and click “Proxy”.

• Now, In “Manual Proxy Setup”, click “Set up” and toggle on it.

• Lastly, hit the “Save” button to save settings.

Spotify App:

• Launch the Spotify application on the computer or school-issues device and go to “Settings” and then “Proxy Settings”.

• Next, insert the “Host and Port” and hit “Restart App”.

And that’s how you can set up a proxy to fix Spotify keeps stopping on your school network.

Mobile HotSpot 

Connecting to a different network, a Mobile Hotspot is another effective way to access Spotify and other streaming apps on your device. All you have to do is enable the hotspot of your own device and connect it with your school computer or issue iPAD/iPhone.

Remove MDM 

All school-issued devices are managed and monitored by MDM or similar tools. Bypassing it can resolve the Spotify unblocked issue.

But there’s a catch to it, removing the MDM profile violates the school’s policy as well as it formats your existing data. 

If you’re ok with it, here are the steps to remove the MDM profile:

• To bypass MDM, start by downloading and installing an MDM bypassing tool on your PC.

• Hit “Trust this Computer” by connecting your School device to your PC.

• Lastly, select the option to delete the MDM profile, and your device will reboot.

Voila! You have access to an MDM-free device that you can use to stream Spotify and its alternatives.