Frequently Asked Questions

EeveeSpotify is an open-source tweak for the Spotify music platform that enables Spotify Premium features for free. It was created as a replacement for the now outdated Spotilife tweak, with added features and improvements that make it the only working solution for the latest versions of Spotify.

The tweak modifies how Spotify works on your device to unlock premium features like ad-free listening, unlimited skips, and on-demand playback, among others.

Yes, using EeveeSpotify is safe. The tweak is modifying some files on the device to trick the Spotify app into thinking that the premium subscription is active. The tweak is open-source, so you can review the code yourself on the GitHub repository.

However, it's worth noting that using tweaks to bypass premium restrictions may violate Spotify's Terms of Service.

Using EeveeSpotify to bypass Spotify's premium restrictions may violate Spotify's Terms of Service. The tweak is provided for educational purposes, and users should be aware of the potential legal and ethical implications of using such tools.

We recommend supporting artists and services when possible. If you enjoy Spotify's services, consider purchasing a legitimate Premium subscription to support the platform and the artists you listen to.

Spotilife stopped working with newer versions of Spotify because it wasn't updated to accommodate changes in Spotify's code. In January 2024, Spotify made changes that broke Spotilife compatibility.

EeveeSpotify was created specifically to address these issues and provide a working alternative. The developer decompiled Spotilife, reverse-engineered Spotify, and created a new tweak that works with the latest versions of the app.

EeveeSpotify is under active development and is regularly updated to remain compatible with the latest versions of Spotify. The developers work quickly to address any issues that arise from Spotify updates.

You can follow the GitHub repository to stay informed about the latest releases and updates.

EeveeSpotify enables many client-side Premium features including:

• Ad-free listening experience
• Unlimited skips
• Play any song on demand (no forced shuffle)
• Higher audio quality (up to 320kbps)
• Access to lyrics from multiple providers
• Ability to join in-person Spotify Jam sessions

No, not all Spotify Premium features can be enabled with EeveeSpotify. Server-side features cannot be enabled because they require verification with Spotify's servers.

The following features will not work:

• Very High audio quality (lossless)
• Native playlist downloading
• Hosting Spotify Jam remotely
• AI DJ features
• Other server-side premium features

EeveeSpotify offers two methods for patching premium:

• Static Method: The original method. On app start, the tweak composes cache data by inserting your username into a blank file with preset Premium parameters. When Spotify reloads user data, you'll be switched to the Free plan and see a popup with quick restart app and reset data actions.
• Dynamic Method (Recommended): This method intercepts requests to load user data, deserializes it, and modifies the parameters in real time. It's much more stable and is recommended for most users.

EeveeSpotify offers multiple lyrics providers that you can choose from:

• Musixmatch: Provides time-synced lyrics for many songs but requires a token from the Musixmatch app.
• Genius: Offers lyrics with annotations and explanations but without time synchronization.
• LRCLIB: A community-driven lyrics database that provides time-synced lyrics for many popular songs.
• PetitLyrics: Another source for time-synced lyrics, though with more limited availability.

To use Musixmatch as your lyrics provider, you need to get a token from the Musixmatch app:

1. Download the Musixmatch Lyrics Finder app from the App Store
2. Open the Musixmatch app and log in to your account
3. Go to Settings → Scroll down → click "Get Help" → click "Copy debug info"
4. Paste this into EeveeSpotify when it asks for your user token

This token allows EeveeSpotify to access Musixmatch's database of time-synced lyrics for a better sing-along experience.

The requirements depend on the installation method you choose:

For IPA Sideloading:

• iOS 14.0 or later
• A sideloading tool (Sideloadly, AltStore, etc.)
• An Apple ID account
• A computer running Windows or macOS

For Jailbreak Installation:

• A jailbroken iOS device
• A package manager (Sileo, Zebra, Cydia, etc.)
• The official Spotify app from the App Store

Sideloading is the process of installing apps on your iOS device from sources other than the official App Store. It uses Apple's developer tools to sign and install apps using your Apple ID.

Here's a basic overview of the sideloading process:

1. You download an IPA file (iOS app package)
2. You use a sideloading tool that connects to your device
3. The tool signs the app with your Apple ID credentials
4. The signed app is installed on your device

With a free Apple ID, sideloaded apps will expire after 7 days and need to be re-signed. Paid Apple Developer accounts ($99/year) allow apps to be signed for up to a year.

When using a free Apple ID to sideload apps, Apple limits the certificates to 7 days. After this period, the app will no longer open and you'll need to re-sideload it.

There are several ways to deal with this limitation:

• Use AltStore with AltDaemon for automatic refreshing of the certificate
• Get a paid Apple Developer account ($99/year) for 1-year certificates
• Use a paid signing service like Signulous or AppDB
• If your device is jailbroken, install the DEB version instead

The main differences between IPA sideloading and DEB installation are:

IPA Sideloading:

• Works on all iOS devices (jailbroken or not)
• Contains a complete pre-patched Spotify app
• Needs to be re-signed every 7 days with a free Apple ID
• Installed as a separate app from the App Store version

DEB Installation:

• Only works on jailbroken devices
• Modifies the official Spotify app from the App Store
• No need to re-sign, works permanently
• Allows you to receive official updates from the App Store

The OpenSpotifySafariExtension is an optional add-on that allows Spotify links from websites to open directly in your EeveeSpotify app instead of the web player.

You don't need it for EeveeSpotify to work, but it enhances the user experience when you click on Spotify links in Safari. Without it, links would open in the Safari web player instead of your tweaked app.

The extension is available from the BillyCurtis/OpenSpotifySafariExtension GitHub repository and can be integrated into your sideloaded IPA. Detailed installation instructions are available on our download page.

If your app crashes on startup, try these solutions:

1. Make sure you're using the latest version of EeveeSpotify compatible with your Spotify version
2. For jailbreak users: Ensure you've installed the SwiftProtobuf dependency
3. Try completely uninstalling the app and reinstalling
4. If using a sideloaded IPA, try downloading a fresh copy in case the file was corrupted
5. Check if any other tweaks might be conflicting with EeveeSpotify

If none of these work, check the GitHub issues to see if others are experiencing the same problem or create a new issue with details about your device, iOS version, and the exact version of EeveeSpotify you're using.

If premium features aren't working as expected, try these steps:

1. Go to EeveeSpotify settings and switch to the Dynamic patching method (recommended)
2. If using Static method and you see a popup about premium status, tap "Reset data and restart"
3. Make sure the "Do Not Patch Premium" option is disabled if you don't have a legitimate Premium subscription
4. Try logging out and logging back into your Spotify account
5. As a last resort, reinstall the app

Remember that server-side features like Very High audio quality, native playlist downloading, and hosting remote Spotify Jam sessions will never work regardless of the patching method.

If lyrics aren't displaying, try these solutions:

1. Try changing to a different lyrics provider in EeveeSpotify settings
2. If using Musixmatch, ensure you've added a valid token as described in the documentation
3. If using LRCLIB, check if the LRCLIB server is online or try changing to an alternative server address
4. Make sure you have an active internet connection, as lyrics require online access
5. Check if lyrics are available for the specific song (not all songs have lyrics)

If you've tried all these steps and still don't see lyrics, try playing some popular songs that are more likely to have lyrics available in the databases.

If Sideloadly is failing to install the app, try these troubleshooting steps:

1. Make sure you're using the latest version of Sideloadly
2. Check if your Apple ID has two-factor authentication enabled; if so, you'll need to use an app-specific password
3. Ensure you've trusted the computer on your iOS device
4. Try using a different USB cable or port
5. Restart both your computer and iOS device
6. Temporarily disable antivirus software, which might interfere with the installation
7. If you have previously installed the app, try uninstalling it first

If these steps don't work, try an alternative sideloading tool like AltStore or sign up for a signing service like Signulous.

Yes, you can have both the official App Store version of Spotify and a sideloaded EeveeSpotify version installed simultaneously. They will appear as separate apps on your device.

This can be useful in several scenarios:

• Using the official app with your premium account and EeveeSpotify with a free account
• Having a backup in case one version stops working
• Testing different versions of EeveeSpotify without affecting your main Spotify app

Just be aware that login sessions might interfere with each other, so it's best to use different accounts on each app.