Spotify not playing songs, skipping, or showing errors
Spotify hit a glitch or your internet connection dropped. Restart the Spotify app first, then restart your router if Spotify still isn't playing. This fixes it for most people in under two minutes. If you're getting an error message, that error code in most cases points to a specific problem we can fix.
When Spotify stops playing, it's from a bad internet connection, an outdated app, or a temporary glitch in Spotify's system. Sometimes your device ran out of storage space, or Spotify lost permission to use your speakers. We'll restart the app, check your connection, and look at any error messages you're seeing.
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Skip — I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Restarting the computer instead of just the Spotify app. the app is where the glitch is, not the computer
- Assuming the router is fine because other apps work. Netflix or YouTube may not need as much bandwidth as real-time streaming music
Signs you need professional help
- If you've restarted Spotify, checked your internet, updated the app, and music is still not playing, there might be an issue with your Spotify account, your device permissions, or a deeper hardware problem. Give us a call and we'll check your account status and audio settings.
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