Keeping your Spotify library organized is essential for a seamless listening experience, and removing unwanted podcasts is simpler than you might think. Let me walk you through the different methods to clean up your podcast collection.
Removing Individual Podcast Episodes
Sometimes you just want to remove specific episodes you’ve already listened to or aren’t interested in anymore. On your mobile device, simply:
– Open the episode in question
– Tap the three dots (…) menu
– Select “Remove from Your Library”
– The episode will disappear from your downloads and saved items
Unfollow Complete Podcast Shows
If you’re done with an entire podcast series, here’s how to remove it completely:
– Navigate to the podcast show’s page
– Look for the “Following” or green heart button
– Tap it to unfollow the show
– All future episodes will stop appearing in your feed
Desktop Method for Podcast Removal
Using Spotify on your computer? The process is just as straightforward:
1. Open Spotify and go to your Library
2. Click on “Podcasts & Shows”
3. Right-click on the podcast you want to remove
4. Select “Unfollow” from the menu
Managing Downloaded Episodes
Let’s talk about those episodes taking up precious storage space on your device. To remove downloads:
– Go to Your Library
– Find the downloaded episode
– Tap the green download icon
– Confirm you want to remove the download
Bulk Removal Tips
Here’s a time-saving tip I’ve discovered: if you’re looking to do a major cleanup, use the desktop version of Spotify. You can select multiple podcasts at once by holding the Ctrl (or Command on Mac) key while clicking, then unfollow them all in one go.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
Sometimes you might notice that removed podcasts still appear in your library. If this happens, try:
– Logging out and back into your Spotify account
– Clearing your app cache
– Ensuring your app is updated to the latest version
Remember, unfollowing a podcast doesn’t delete your listening history – it just removes it from your current library and stops new episodes from appearing in your feed. This way, you can always find your way back to old favorites through the search function if you change your mind later.
Managing your podcast library shouldn’t be a hassle, and with these simple steps, you can keep your Spotify experience clean and personalized to your current interests.
