Pandora - Music & Podcasts
How do I get Pandora to play music I actually like when I first start using it?
After signing up, use the search bar to find an artist or song you enjoy, then start a station from that. Thumbs-up songs you like as they play, and Pandora's Music Genome Project algorithm will quickly learn your taste and recommend better tracks.
Can I replay a song or skip as many tracks as I want on the free version of Pandora?
No, the free version limits you to six skips per hour and does not allow you to replay a song. To get unlimited skips and on-demand playback, you'll need to upgrade to Pandora Premium, which costs $10.99 per month.
Why does my Pandora app sometimes freeze when I switch from Wi-Fi to mobile data?
This is a known glitch that can happen when the app loses its connection during the network switch. To fix it, force quit the app and reopen it, which should restore normal playback.
How can I listen to Pandora offline or choose specific songs on demand?
Both offline listening and on-demand song selection are locked behind the Pandora Premium paywall. You'll need to subscribe for $10.99 per month to download music for offline playback and pick individual tracks instead of radio-style shuffling.
How does Pandora's free tier compare to Spotify's free version?
Pandora's free tier offers fewer skips (six per hour) and no song replay, while Spotify's free version allows more on-demand control on mobile but includes ads. Pandora's algorithm is better at discovering deep cuts based on your taste, but Spotify gives you more freedom to choose what plays next.
