In this guide, I will explain a method I recently found to get Tidal for cheaper.
As you (probably) know, Tidal has blocked the ability to purchase Tidal through a VPN to Argentina unless you have an Argentinian credit card. But it is possible to bypass this by purchasing Tidal through the Android app. I will explain.
(There may be unnecessary steps here - this is a method I discovered on my own. I only tested it once.)
Important: I recommend reading the guide before starting.
Steps:
- Download a VPN to your phone.
Keep VPN on until done!
Turn on the VPN and connect to Argentina.
- Create a new Google account. You can do this by going to:
Settings > Accounts and backup > Manage accounts > Scroll down > Add account > Google > Create account > For my personal use.
- Switch to New Google Account:
After creating a new Google account, switch to it in the Play Store app (tap profile picture in top right corner).
Note: If you live outside the United States, the prices in the Play Store should be displayed in dollars. For those who live in the United States, there’s nothing to do here - just hope the previous steps worked!
Additional Note: Prices in the Argentinian Play Store are displayed in dollars, not Argentinian pesos.
- Download the Tidal App:
Download the Tidal app from the Play Store. If you already have Tidal on your phone, uninstall it and reinstall it. Important: Note that when you install Tidal, the Play Store needs to be on the Google account you created, not your main Google account.
- Create Tidal Account and Onboard:
Once the installation is complete, go to Tidal and create a new account with the Google account you opened and perform the onboarding process.
- Verify Subscription Prices:
After completing the onboarding, the upgrade screen will appear. If you were successful, the prices should be:
- Individual plan - $1.35
- Family plan - $1.99
Keep in mind that you are buying in USD.
- Purchase Subscription:
Choose the desired plan. A purchase screen should appear within the app. Select the option to add a credit card and enter your card details. When you reach the step where you need to choose a country, choose Argentina. In Billing Address, enter the address of a random hotel in Argentina.
- Complete Purchase:
Once you have added your credit card, purchase the subscription. If the price in the pop-up is $1.99 / $1.35, you have succeeded! Purchase and enjoy.
Some points to note:
- The emails you receive from Tidal will be in Spanish. Deal with it.
- You can transfer your music using tunemymusic.com
- Secure Your New Google Account: I recommend not forgetting the Google account you created - it has a credit card on it. Enable two-step verification for the Google account, adding a phone and email to recover the account. In short - keep an eye on it! You wouldn’t want someone to hack into your account and you wouldn’t notice, especially since your credit card is stored there.
Good luck!
