Do I need an Apple Music subscription?+
No. Nearplay works with any songs already in your Apple Music library — including tracks you've bought from the iTunes Store. A subscription gives you full catalogue access, which is the easiest path. But if you'd rather own one perfect track for one perfect moment, that works just as well. Individual songs start from 99p.
Can I buy individual songs to use in Nearplay?+
Yes. The iTunes Store sells individual tracks (typically 99p–£1.29) that you own forever. Once a song is in your Apple Music library, Nearplay can play it automatically every time you arrive — no monthly fee, no expiry. Buy the song for the moment, and it's yours.
How does the free tier work?+
Install Nearplay free, set up two Destination Drops, and see how it feels. For automatic background playback you'll need either an Apple Music subscription or tracks you own in your library — either route works. Upgrade to Premium (from £0.99/mo or £14.99 lifetime) for up to 20 active drops, Roadtrip Drops and calendar integration.
What's a Destination Drop vs a Roadtrip Drop?+
A Destination Drop fires as you arrive at a saved place — your gym, the pub, a friend's house. A Roadtrip Drop lays triggers along a journey — one just after you set off, one halfway, one as you close in. Nearplay maps your two most likely routes and places triggers on both, so you can take whichever road you fancy and the music still finds you.
Is Spotify supported?+
Not yet. Nearplay launches with Apple Music. If you're a Spotify listener, register your interest on the waitlist — we're gauging demand before we build.
