[API/Compliance] Enhanced features to a "Add To Streamer's Queue" web app

[atlessc]

I'm wanting to create an open source web app for streamers to connect their Spotify to allow viewers to add songs to the streamer's current listening queue. the monetization part is paying to add more than one song per hour or adding it up next.

HOWEVER after reading the Web Playback SDK Docs and the Dev ToS it's unclear what is considered apart of the Web Playback SDK since that part doesn't mention the queuing endpoint at all. The Queuing endpoint is in the Web API Docs which has all of the end points.

so is the Queue apart of the monetization restrictions and can i monetize indirectly by only allowing subscribers of my twitch or other streaming platform to use a more limiting "up next" feature? 

[atlessc]

LET ME CLARIFY, this is justy a mock up of the logic with no added data from Spotify or any connection to anything except for twitch login for authentication. and the app is not deployed either

[Ximzend · Accepted solution]

Hi @atlessc 

Thanks for posting in the Spotify Community, and Welcome!

It appears that using Spotify in a Twitch stream may violate Spotify's terms of service. Here's a breakdown of why:

• Commercial Use Restrictions: Spotify is primarily intended for personal, non-commercial use. Streaming music on a Twitch stream, where you might receive tips, donations, or ad revenue, is considered commercial use, which is disallowed. Using Spotify to create a live stream for an audience would also violate the non-commercial use restriction.
• Streaming Restrictions: According to the Developer Policy, the streaming of music sound recordings through the Spotify platform is only allowed for users who have a premium subscription to the Spotify service. This restriction suggests that even with a premium subscription, streaming to a public audience may not be permitted if it goes against the personal use policy.

In short, streaming on Twitch might violate Spotify's terms since the service is for personal, non-commercial use.

I hope this answers your question. If you have any further questions, feel free to ask.

Cheers!