Spotify users across the UK are up in arms after discovering that their accounts could be deleted under the controversial Online Safety Act. The legislation, designed to enhance digital security, has inadvertently put millions of streaming and gaming accounts at risk—including those linked to Xbox.
Why Are Accounts Under Threat?
The new law requires platforms to verify users' ages rigorously, potentially forcing services like Spotify and Xbox to delete accounts that fail compliance checks. Critics argue the measures are overly intrusive and could lead to mass unintended deletions.
User Backlash Grows
Many subscribers have taken to social media, accusing the government of overreach. "First, they came for our privacy—now our playlists?" tweeted one frustrated user. Others warn the act could set a dangerous precedent for digital freedom in the UK.
What’s Next?
With enforcement looming, Spotify and Microsoft (Xbox’s parent company) are reportedly scrambling to adjust their systems. But whether they can comply without disrupting users remains uncertain.
