Although you can use the Spotify app on your Android device to stream music online, there may be times when you prefer to use the web player. Maybe you don’t have enough storage space for the app, or you’re on a borrowed device and don’t want to install anything. Fortunately, you can access Spotify through your web browser. Let’s go through the process and enjoy unlimited music even without the app.
How to Use Spotify Web Player on Android
You can login and use Spotify Web Player on your phone because the interface and features of the app and the web are very similar. Both offer an extensive music library and other audio content. You can play, create, and similarly manage your playlists on both platforms.
- Visit the Spotify Web Player website.
- Tap on the three lines icon at the corner and choose Log in.
- Then, go to Settings and check the box for Enable Web Player.
- Now, go back to the Homepage and play a song of your choice.
What to Do if My Spotify Web Player Not Working?
Be it Web or app, Spotify has become one of the most popular music streaming platforms and just like other apps and software, there are times when it faces issues.
If your Web player is not working then it might be due to weak internet, browser issues, or maybe there is a problem with your account. Whatever the reason, you can try the following methods to get it back to work:
Method 1: Check Internet Connection
Both, your browser and the Spotify Web Player require a stable internet connection to function smoothly. Switch your network or troubleshoot internet connectivity to resolve the issue.
Method 2: Re-login to Your Account
Minor glitches or bugs interfering with your Spotify Web Player which a simple restart and login can resolve. You just have to restart the device, log out, and log back again. Your issue will be resolved within a few minutes and you can get back to listening to your favorite songs.
Method 3: Clear Browser Cache
The Spotify web player not working issue can be caused by corrupt cache data in Google Chrome which you can erase from data from the settings to fix this issue.
- Open Settings, tap on Apps, and then tap on App management.
- Tap on Chrome, then on Storage usage, and then tap Clear cache.
Method 4: Enable Protected Content
If you’re facing the error message Playback of protected content is not enabled then you need to enable protected content on your browser:
- Visit the following URL on your Chrome browser: chrome://settings/content
- Tap on Protected content and select Allowed Allow the site to play protected content.
- Now go to the Spotify Web Player and check if the issue is resolved.
Which Web Browsers Support Spotify Web Player?
Spotify Web Player supports most modern web browsers to reach a global audience and provide better service, which includes:
- Google Chrome
- Opera
- Microsoft Edge
- Mozilla Firefox
- Safari (for macOS users)
Also Read: Where Does Spotify Store Offline Music on Android?
Using Spotify Web Player on your Android opens up a world of music without any additional apps or storage space. We hope our guide will help you listen to your favorite songs on this web player. Keep visiting TechCult for more such guides.