Spotify codes, introduced back in 2017, function similarly to QR codes. They are unique identifiers for elements within the Spotify system, including songs, albums, playlists, podcasts, and profiles.

Spotify's defining feature is undoubtedly music discovery, with the platform offering several ways to find your next playlist. Spotify also makes playlists and artist recommendations just for you.

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Spotify this week has launched a new discovery tool called "Spotify Codes," which gives users a way to easily share and find new music within the Spotify app on iOS and Android. The feature works by ...