The basic login process
To log in to Spotify, go to spotify.com on a web browser or open the Spotify app on your phone, tablet, or computer. Enter the email address or username you used when you created your account, then enter your password. Click or tap the login button. If you have two-factor authentication turned on, you will be asked to enter a code from your phone or email before you can proceed.
If you do not remember your password, click "Can't log in?" on the login screen. Spotify will send you a link to reset your password. Check your email inbox and spam folder, then follow the link to create a new password. You can then log in with your new password.
Key Takeaways
- You can log in to Spotify through the website, mobile app, or desktop app using your email address or username and password.
- If you forgot your password, use the "Can't log in?" link on the login screen to reset it through your email.
- Two-factor authentication adds a security step that requires you to enter a code sent to your phone or email each time you log in.
- Logging in on a new device may trigger a security check where Spotify asks you to confirm the login through your email.
- You can stay logged in on multiple devices at once, but Spotify limits how many devices can play music simultaneously depending on your account type.
Logging in on a web browser
Open any web browser and go to spotify.com. You will see the login screen with two fields: one for your email address or username, and one for your password. Type in your credentials and click the green "Log In" button. Spotify will take you to your home page, where you can start searching for music and creating playlists.
If you are using a shared computer, log out when you are finished. Click your profile icon in the top right corner, then select "Log Out" from the menu. This prevents someone else from accessing your account and seeing your listening history or payment information.
Logging in on the mobile app
Download the Spotify app from the Apple App Store (for iPhone and iPad) or Google Play Store (for Android phones and tablets). Open the app and tap "Log In". Enter your email address or username and your password, then tap the login button. The app will open to your home page.
On mobile devices, Spotify usually keeps you logged in even after you close the app. If you want to log out, open the app, tap the profile icon at the bottom right, scroll down, and tap "Log Out". This is useful if you are using a shared device or selling your phone.
Logging in on desktop and smart speakers
The Spotify desktop app for Windows and Mac works the same way as the web browser: enter your email or username and password, then click "Log In". The desktop app may ask you to confirm your login by clicking a link in your email, especially if you are logging in from a new computer.
For smart speakers like Amazon Echo or Google Home, you do not log in the same way. Instead, you link your Spotify account through the Alexa app or Google Home app on your phone. Open the app, go to settings, find the music services section, and follow the steps to connect Spotify. Once linked, you can ask your speaker to play music from your account.
What to do if you cannot log in
If you see an error message, first check that you are using the correct email address or username. Spotify accounts are case-sensitive for passwords but not for usernames. Make sure Caps Lock is not on. If you are still stuck, try logging in on a different device or browser to see if the problem is specific to that device.
If you see a message saying your account has been locked or suspended, Spotify may have detected unusual activity. Check your email for a message from Spotify explaining why. If your account was compromised, change your password immediately and enable two-factor authentication. If you believe the suspension is a mistake, contact Spotify Support through the help section on their website.
Security steps when logging in from a new device
When you log in to Spotify from a device you have never used before, Spotify may send you a confirmation email. Open that email and click the link to verify the login. This prevents someone else from logging into your account if they have your password. You only have to do this once per device — after you confirm, you will stay logged in on that device.
If you see a login attempt you do not recognize, do not click the confirmation link. Instead, change your password right away. Go to your account settings on spotify.com, find the password section, and create a new one. Then log in again on your device. Changing your password will log you out of all other devices, so you will need to log back in on any devices you actually use.
Staying logged in on multiple devices
You can log in to Spotify on as many devices as you want — your phone, tablet, computer, and smart speaker can all be logged in to the same account at the same time. However, Spotify limits how many devices can actually play music at the same time. Free accounts can only play on one device at a time. Premium accounts can play on up to four devices at once, but only if they are connected to the same Wi-Fi network or if you have downloaded music for offline listening.
If you try to play music on a fifth device while already playing on four others, Spotify will pause the music on one of the other devices. This is a built-in limit, not an error. If you want to play on more devices, you would need to upgrade to a Premium account or wait until playback stops on another device.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between logging in with an email and a username?
When you create a Spotify account, you can choose to use either an email address or a custom username as your login. Both work the same way — just enter whichever one you chose during signup. If you cannot remember which one you used, try your email first, since that is the most common choice.
Can I log in with my Facebook or Google account?
Yes. On the Spotify login screen, you will see buttons to "Log in with Facebook" or "Log in with Google" below the email and password fields. Click one of these buttons and follow the steps to connect your social media account to Spotify. This is faster than typing your password, but you will need access to that social media account to log in.
What happens if I log in on someone else's device?
Your account will be logged in on that device, and the person who owns it can see your playlists, listening history, and saved songs. If you want to keep your account private, log out when you are done. You can also change your password afterward to make sure no one else can log in without your permission.
Do I need to log in every time I open Spotify?
No. Spotify remembers your login on each device, so you usually only log in once. The app or website will keep you logged in until you manually log out or until Spotify logs you out for security reasons, such as a password change or a detected security threat.
Can I log in to Spotify on a work or school computer?
Yes, but remember that shared computers may have monitoring software or may keep a record of your activity. Log out when you are finished, and consider changing your password afterward if you are concerned about privacy. Do not save your password in the browser's password manager on a shared device.