You can block a podcast on Spotify in two ways: hide it from your home feed, or block the creator entirely so their shows never appear in recommendations
The faster method is to hide a single podcast from your home page without affecting other content. This takes one tap and leaves the creator's other shows visible if you search for them. The stronger method is to block the creator, which removes all their podcasts from your recommendations, search results, and "New releases from creators you follow" sections — though you can still find their shows if you search by name.
Which one you choose depends on whether you want to avoid one specific show or everything from that creator. Both are reversible if you change your mind later.
Key Takeaways
- Hide a podcast from your home feed by tapping the three dots next to its title and selecting "Hide this show" — this removes it from your feed but the creator's other content stays visible.
- Block a creator entirely by going to their profile, tapping the three dots, and selecting "Block creator" — this removes all their podcasts from recommendations and search suggestions.
- Hidden podcasts can be unhidden from your Library under "Hidden" if you change your mind.
- Blocked creators can be unblocked from Settings > Account > Blocked creators, where you see a full list of everyone you have blocked.
How to hide a single podcast from your home feed
Open Spotify and find the podcast on your home page. Next to the podcast title or cover art, tap the three dots (the menu icon). A small menu will appear with options including "Hide this show" — tap that option.
The podcast disappears from your home feed immediately. You will not see it recommended anymore, and it will not clutter your "New releases" section. If you search for the podcast by name, it will still appear in search results, and you can still listen to it if you want to. The creator's other shows, if they have them, remain visible in your recommendations.
To unhide a podcast later, go to your Library (the heart icon at the bottom), tap "Your Library," then scroll down and tap "Hidden." Find the podcast you want to unhide, tap the three dots next to it, and select "Unhide."
How to block a creator so all their podcasts disappear
If you want to remove everything from a creator — not just one show — go to the podcast's main page by tapping on the cover art or title. Scroll down to find the creator's name and tap it to visit their profile page.
On the creator's profile, tap the three dots in the top right corner. Select "Block creator" from the menu. Spotify will remove all of this creator's podcasts from your recommendations, your search suggestions, and your "New releases" section. Their shows will no longer appear in your feed.
You can still search for the creator by name and find their podcasts if you want to listen to a specific episode, but they will not be suggested to you automatically anymore.
How to unblock a creator you blocked by mistake
Open Spotify and go to Settings (the gear icon in the top right, or tap your profile picture and select "Settings"). Scroll down and tap "Account." Look for "Blocked creators" and tap it.
You will see a list of every creator you have blocked. Find the one you want to unblock, tap the three dots next to their name, and select "Unblock." Their podcasts will start appearing in your recommendations again.
The difference between hiding and blocking
| Action | What disappears | What stays visible | How to reverse it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hide a podcast | That one show from your home feed and recommendations | The creator's other shows; search results for the hidden podcast | Library > Hidden > tap the show > Unhide |
| Block a creator | All shows from that creator in recommendations and search suggestions | Direct search by creator name still works | Settings > Account > Blocked creators > tap creator > Unblock |
Use "Hide" when you want to avoid one specific podcast but are open to other content from the same creator. Use "Block" when you do not want to see anything from that creator at all, ever, in your recommendations.
What happens to your listening history when you hide or block
Hiding or blocking a podcast does not delete your past listening history. Episodes you have already listened to will still appear in your "Recently played" section and your listening stats. The action only affects what Spotify recommends to you going forward.
If you want to remove a podcast from your "Recently played" list, you can tap and hold the podcast title in that section and select "Remove from Recently played." This is separate from hiding or blocking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I block a podcast without blocking the creator?
Yes. Hiding a podcast removes it from your feed and recommendations without affecting the creator's other shows. This is the best option if you like some of their content but not one specific show.
Will the creator know I blocked them?
No. Spotify does not notify creators when you block them or hide their shows. The action is private to your account.
Can I hide or block a podcast on the Spotify web player?
The hide and block options work on the mobile app and desktop app. The web player has limited features and may not offer these options in the same way. Use the mobile or desktop app for the most reliable access to hiding and blocking.
What if I block a creator and then change my mind?
Go to Settings > Account > Blocked creators, find the creator's name, tap the three dots, and select "Unblock." Their shows will start appearing in your recommendations again within a few hours.
Does blocking a creator remove them from my saved episodes?
No. Episodes you have saved will stay in your Library even after you block the creator. Blocking only affects recommendations and search suggestions, not content you have already saved.