March 2026
Audioblanket Launches Official Android App for Commercial In-Store Music Streaming
TMC Publishing Ltd announces the release of the official Audioblanket Android application, now available on the Google Play Store. The app allows businesses with an active Audioblanket subscription to stream licensed background music directly from any Android device, with support for offline playback.
Overview
Audioblanket is a licensed background music service designed for commercial environments including retail shops, restaurants, cafés, hair salons, beauty centres, gyms, spas, and hotels. The service provides curated radio stations cleared for public performance, eliminating the need for separate licences from collecting societies such as PRS, ASCAP, or BMI.
The Android application extends the platform’s existing web-based service, providing subscribers with a dedicated playback solution on Android devices.
Features
- 24/7 Station Streaming — All Audioblanket radio stations are available for continuous streaming from any compatible Android device.
- Offline Playback — Subscribers can download stations to the device for uninterrupted playback during internet outages. An active paid subscription is required. The application performs periodic connectivity checks to verify subscription status even in offline mode.
- Station Favourites — Users can mark preferred stations as favourites for quick access.
- One-Click Station Sync — Station libraries can be synchronised with a single interaction.
- Account Pairing via 6-Digit Code — The application connects to an existing Audioblanket account through a secure 6-digit code generated from the subscriber’s web dashboard.
System Requirements
- Android device
- Active paid Audioblanket subscription
- Internet connection required for initial setup and periodic subscription verification
Installation and Setup
- Download the Audioblanket app from the Google Play Store.
- Open the application on the Android device.
- Log in to your Audioblanket account via a web browser and navigate to the code generation page.
- Generate the 6-digit activation code. This step requires an active paid subscription. Free trial accounts are not eligible.
- Enter the code in the application and tap Activate.
- The application is now linked to the subscriber account and ready for use.
Licensing
All music available through the Audioblanket platform is licensed for commercial in-store public performance. Subscribers are not required to obtain separate licences from performing rights organisations. The Android application operates under the same licensing terms as the existing Audioblanket web service.
Availability
The Audioblanket Android application is available now on the Google Play Store. Access requires an active paid Audioblanket subscription. Pricing information is available at audioblanket.com/en/pricing-en/.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the application free to download?
The application is free to download from the Google Play Store. However, it is only functional with an active paid Audioblanket subscription. Free trial accounts cannot generate the activation code required to pair the application.
Does the application work without an internet connection?
Offline playback is supported provided stations have been downloaded to the device in advance. The application requires periodic internet connectivity to verify subscription status. Continuous offline operation without any connectivity is not supported.
How is the application paired with an Audioblanket account?
Subscribers log in to their Audioblanket account via a web browser, navigate to the code generation page, and generate a 6-digit activation code. This code is entered directly into the application to complete pairing.
Can the application be used across multiple devices?
The application is linked to a single Audioblanket subscriber account. For queries regarding multi-device use under a specific subscription plan, contact contact@audioblanket.com.
Does using Audioblanket require a separate music licence?
No. Audioblanket music is licensed for commercial in-store public performance. Subscribers do not require a separate licence from PRS, ASCAP, BMI, or equivalent collecting societies.
Which businesses are eligible to use Audioblanket?
Audioblanket is designed for any commercial environment where background music is played for customers, including retail shops, restaurants, cafés, hair salons, beauty centres, gyms, spas, and hotels.
What should a subscriber do if the application stops functioning?
Subscribers should first verify their internet connection and confirm their subscription is active. If the issue persists, contact Audioblanket support at contact@audioblanket.com.
About Audioblanket
Audioblanket is a commercial background music service operated by TMC Publishing Ltd. The platform provides licensed, curated radio stations for use in commercial environments, removing the administrative and legal burden of music licensing for business operators. Further information is available at audioblanket.com.
Contact: contact@audioblanket.com