How to remove your tracks from fake playlists on Spotify!

It may sound positive at first if your song ends up on a playlist - but if it is a "botted" or "fake" playlist, this can have serious consequences. Botted playlists usually generate artificial streams through the use of bots, which can damage your artist profile in the long term. Here we show you how to get out of this situation quickly.

What are botted playlists?

Botted playlists use automated bots to generate streams that do not originate from real listeners. These manipulated streams offer you no real advantages and can even hinder your growth. Your algorithm support is negatively impacted by such artificial engagement, and streaming platforms like Spotify don't like it.

Why was I included in a "fake" or "bot" playlist?

This often happens when you've booked a playlist promotion campaign that wasn't legitimate. Sometimes, however, fraudulent curators add artists to playlists without their knowledge in order to draw attention to themselves.

Act immediately - what you should do

Don't worry - if you act quickly, your artist profile shouldn't suffer any long-term damage. Here are the next steps:

Step 1: Report the playlist to Spotify

Start a chat with Spotify for Artists Support: Inform Spotify that you have been unknowingly added to a manipulated playlist.
Report the playlist: Spotify will flag your account accordingly and ensure that you are not held responsible. This reduces the risk of your account being affected by artificial streams.

Step 2: Contact the curator directly

• Contact the curator: To resolve the matter more quickly, try contacting the curator of the playlist directly.
• Request removal: Explain that you have probably ended up in their playlist and ask them to remove your song as soon as possible.

Avoid botted playlists in the future

It is important to be careful and avoid marketing services that guarantee a playlist placement in exchange for money. Such services often lead to botted playlists. Rely on proven platforms such as SubmitHub, Groover or SubmitLink, which have their own systems that check the playlists for their "authenticity" and only list safe playlists. These platforms work with bot detection tools to ensure that you don't find yourself in a fake playlist.

Use tools to check playlists

• Check playlists before submitting: A good practice is to run all playlists you want to be placed on through tools like the Spotify Bot Checker in advance.

• Ensure authenticity: This way you can make sure you end up in authentic playlists that will bring you real support and growth.

   

If you have landed on a botted playlist, quick action is crucial. Report the playlist immediately, contact the curator and rely on trustworthy platforms in the future to drive your growth in a healthy and sustainable way. This will keep you on the safe side and allow you to focus on real listeners and real engagement.