How to Get Hulu with Spotify

Spotify offers a budget-friendly Spotify + Hulu bundle exclusively for verified U.S. students, providing Spotify Premium and Hulu (With Ads) for just $5.99/month, all billed through Spotify. To qualify, students must verify their status via SheerID and meet eligibility requirements like not using third-party billing or being part of Family or Duo plans. Activation involves linking a Hulu account—either new or existing—to Spotify via the Services section of your account, with billing fully managed by Spotify. Existing Hulu users must switch their billing to Spotify and downgrade from any incompatible Hulu plans like No Ads or Live TV. Once activated, users can stream ad-free music and Hulu content from a single subscription, but any cancellation, plan change, or lapse in student verification may permanently remove Hulu access. Students can maintain the bundle for up to four years with annual re-verification, and should manage everything directly through Spotify’s account portal to avoid service interruptions.

What Is the Spotify + Hulu Bundle?

The Spotify + Hulu bundle is an exclusive offer for students that provides:

Spotify Premium (ad-free music, offline listening, unlimited skips)
Hulu (With Ads) plan (access to Hulu’s streaming library with limited commercials)

The bundle is available for $5.99/month, and users are billed through their Spotify account — meaning your Hulu subscription is managed directly by Spotify.

Note: This offer was once available to non-students, but is now only available to verified students in the U.S.

Who Is Eligible for Hulu with Spotify?

To qualify for the Spotify Premium Student + Hulu offer, you must meet all of the following criteria:

✅ Spotify Eligibility Requirements:

Must have a valid Spotify Premium Student subscription
Must verify student status through SheerID
Must pay directly to Spotify (not via third-party services like Apple or mobile providers)
Cannot be on Spotify Duo, Family, or other bundled plans

✅ Hulu Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a new or existing Hulu user
Cannot be subscribed to Hulu (No Ads), Hulu + Live TV, or any Hulu plans with premium add-ons (like HBO or Showtime)
Must agree to switch Hulu billing to Spotify
Must not use third-party billing for Hulu (e.g., billed via Roku, Apple, etc.)

⚠️ Already have Hulu? You can use your existing account, but you’ll need to switch billing to Spotify to activate the bundle.

How to Activate Hulu with Spotify (Step-by-Step)

Activating Hulu through your Spotify Student account is easy, but requires a few essential steps. Whether you’re new to Hulu or already have an account, the process slightly differs.

For New Students

If you’re a student signing up for Spotify Premium for the first time, follow these steps:

Go to the Spotify Student page.
Click “Get Premium” and sign in or create a Spotify account.
Verify your student status via SheerID (requires school info & documentation).
After successful verification, go to your Account > Services page.
Click “Activate Hulu” under your services section.
Create a new Hulu (With Ads) account or link your Spotify to an existing eligible one.
Confirm billing through Spotify and start streaming!

💡 Your Hulu subscription will now be included in your $5.99/month Spotify Student billing.

For Existing Hulu Users

If you already have a Hulu account, here’s how to connect it:

Visit your Spotify Account > Services section.
Click “Activate Hulu”.
Log in to your existing Hulu account.
Spotify will prompt you to switch your Hulu billing from Hulu to Spotify.
Confirm the change and accept the bundled billing structure.

⚠️ If your Hulu plan includes No Ads, Live TV, or premium add-ons (like HBO), you’ll need to cancel or downgrade first to be eligible.

📌 Important: No prorated refunds are given by Hulu for mid-cycle changes. Wait until the billing cycle ends or proceed with the change understanding this.

Can You Still Get Hulu with Spotify If You’re Not a Student?

Unfortunately, no — the Spotify + Hulu bundle is currently only available to verified students in the U.S. While the offer was once available to all Premium users, Spotify has since made it exclusive.

If you’re no longer a student, you can’t sign up for this bundle.
If you previously had the non-student version but canceled or switched to Duo/Family, you’ve forfeited access.
If you’re still on the plan and haven’t canceled, you can continue using it — but any change will result in permanent removal of Hulu access.

✅ Tip: If you graduate while on the Student plan, you can renew student verification for up to 4 years before losing access to the bundle.

What Happens If You Cancel or Change Plans?

Changing or canceling your Spotify Premium Student subscription can directly affect your Hulu access. Here’s what you need to know:

🔁 If You Cancel Spotify Premium Student:

You’ll lose access to both Spotify Premium and Hulu at the end of your billing cycle.
Your account will automatically revert to the free version of Spotify.

🔄 If You Switch to Another Plan (e.g., Duo or Family):

The Hulu bundle is not included in Duo, Family, or Individual Premium plans.
Once switched, Hulu access is permanently removed, even if you switch back to Student later.

🧾 If You Pause or Deactivate Hulu:

Deactivating Hulu doesn’t pause billing.
You can reactivate Hulu during the active campaign period from your Services tab.
Once the campaign ends, you may lose the ability to reactivate Hulu.

⚠️ All billing for this bundle is handled by Spotify, not Hulu. For billing changes or cancellations, you must manage your Spotify account directly.

Table: Spotify + Hulu Offer Overview

Feature	Spotify + Hulu (Student)	Spotify Premium (Standard)	Spotify Family / Duo
Monthly Price	$5.99	$9.99	$12.99 / $15.99
Includes Hulu (With Ads)	✅	❌	❌
Student Verification Required	✅	❌	❌
Hulu Plan Upgrades Allowed	❌	N/A	N/A
Third-Party Billing Supported	❌	✅	✅
Cancel Anytime	✅	✅	✅

Tips to Make the Most of Your Spotify + Hulu Bundle

To ensure a smooth and valuable experience with this bundle, follow these quick tips:

✅ Use the same email for both accounts to avoid login issues.
🔁 Renew student verification every 12 months to keep your discount active (up to 4 years).
📅 Track billing cycles to avoid service interruptions.
📺 Use Hulu profiles to personalize your viewing preferences.
💳 Avoid third-party billing to stay eligible for the bundle.
📌 Bookmark the “Services” page in your Spotify account — it’s where you manage your Hulu activation and deactivation.

Pro Tip: Hulu may be ad-supported, but you still get access to a massive library of shows and movies at no extra cost — all thanks to your Spotify student status.