Spotify
Stockholm, Sweden7300 employees Spotify is a Swedish audio streaming and media service provider founded in 2006 by Daniel Ek and Martin Lorentzon. Based in Stockholm, it offers access to over 100 million music tracks, nearly 7 million podcast titles, and 350,000 audiobooks through both free ad-supported and premium subscription models. As of September 2025, Spotify serves more than 713 million monthly active users, including 281 million paying subscribers, across over 180 markets. Spotify launched in October 2008 as a legal alternative to music piracy, negotiating with major labels to build its extensive catalog. The company emphasizes music streaming, personalized playlists, and original podcast content, having made significant expansions into podcasts and audiobooks in recent years. Spotify's mission is to support artists and inspire fans, and it continues to innovate with features like algorithmic recommendations and tools for creators.
