Spotify is the most popular music streaming service, thanks to its large user base and support for all the major platforms. But even as a market leader, it is not immune to technical glitches. To answer the question, “Why is Spotify not working?” we’ll cover the commonest problems that may prevent you from enjoying the app to the fullest.
Common Spotify problems and how to fix them
Here are the most common Spotify problems and how to fix them:
- Spotify crashes or fails to open
- Spotify shows the infamous Windows Error Code 17
- You cannot download songs for offline playback
- You cannot add local files to a Spotify playlist
- Spotify app does not produce any sound
- Spotify audio cracks or sounds poor
Spotify crashes or fails to open
If the Spotify fails to open or crashes on your Android phone, try the following fixes in order:
- Close and reopen the Spotify app.