Connecting Spotify to Alexa is a game-changer for music lovers like me. It allows me to seamlessly stream my favorite songs and playlists through my Alexa-enabled devices. I can simply ask Alexa to play my favorite artists, albums, or playlists, and the music fills my room. In this article, I will guide you through the process of connecting Spotify to your Alexa device step by step.
Step 1: Set up your Alexa device
If you haven’t already, start by setting up your Alexa device. Plug it in and follow the on-screen instructions to connect it to your Wi-Fi network. Make sure your Alexa device is registered and linked to your Amazon account.
Step 2: Install the Spotify app
To connect Spotify to Alexa, you’ll need to have the Spotify app installed on your smartphone or tablet. Head to the app store on your device, search for “Spotify,” and install it. Once the installation is complete, sign in to your Spotify account or create a new one if you don’t have an account yet.
Step 3: Enable the Spotify skill on Alexa
Next, you need to enable the Spotify skill on your Alexa device. Open the Alexa app on your smartphone or tablet and tap on the “Skills & Games” option in the menu. Search for “Spotify” in the search bar and select the “Spotify” skill from the results. Tap on the “Enable to Use” button to enable the skill.
Step 4: Link your Spotify account to Alexa
After enabling the Spotify skill, you need to link your Spotify account to Alexa. Tap on the “Link Account” button within the Spotify skill page in the Alexa app. This will redirect you to the Spotify login page. Enter your Spotify credentials and authorize Alexa to access your Spotify account.
Step 5: Set Spotify as your default music service
Once your Spotify account is linked, you need to set it as your default music service on Alexa. Open the Alexa app, go to the “Settings” menu, and select “Music & Podcasts.” Under the “Default Services” section, tap on “Spotify” and choose “Set as default.” This ensures that Alexa uses Spotify as the default music provider when playing music.
Step 6: Start streaming music with Spotify and Alexa
With everything set up, it’s time to start streaming music with Spotify and Alexa. You can use voice commands to play music from Spotify. Simply say “Alexa, play [song/artist/playlist] on Spotify” and Alexa will start playing the requested music. You can also control playback using voice commands like “Alexa, pause,” “Alexa, skip,” or “Alexa, volume up/down.”
Conclusion
Connecting Spotify to Alexa opens up a whole new world of music listening convenience. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can enjoy seamless music streaming in your home using your Alexa-enabled devices. Say goodbye to manual song selection and let Alexa and Spotify take care of the music while you sit back and enjoy the beats.