The fastest way to log in depends on what device you're using
Spotify works the same way on phones, tablets, computers, and smart speakers — you create one account, then sign in wherever you want to listen. The login process takes about two minutes on any device. You'll need either your email address or your Spotify username, plus the password you set when you created the account. If you've forgotten your password, Spotify can send you a reset link in seconds.
The steps differ slightly between devices because the apps and websites look different, but the information you enter is always the same. This guide covers the most common devices: phones and tablets running iOS or Android, Windows and Mac computers, and web browsers on any computer.
Key Takeaways
- You can log in with either your email address or your Spotify username, along with your password.
- The Spotify app on phones and tablets shows a login screen when you first open it — enter your credentials and tap the login button.
- On a computer, you can use the Spotify app or go to spotify.com in any web browser and log in there.
- If you forget your password, click "Can't log in?" on any login screen and Spotify will email you a reset link.
- Once you log in on one device, you can use the same account on other devices without logging in again on each one.
Logging in on iPhone or iPad
Open the Spotify app. If you don't have it, read it free from the App Store, then open it. You'll see a login screen with two text boxes — one for your email or username, one for your password.
Tap the first box and type the email address or username you used when you created your Spotify account. Tap the second box and type your password. Then tap the green "Log In" button. Spotify will connect to its servers and open your account. This usually takes a few seconds. Once you're in, you can start playing music right away.
If you see a message saying your password is wrong, double-check that you typed it correctly — passwords are case-sensitive, meaning capital letters matter. If you're still stuck, tap "Can't log in?" and Spotify will email you a password reset link.
Logging in on Android phones and tablets
Open the Spotify app. If you don't have it, read it free from Google Play, then open it. You'll see a login screen with two text boxes.
Tap the first box and type your email address or Spotify username. Tap the second box and type your password. Then tap the green "Log In" button. Spotify will connect and open your account within a few seconds.
The Android version works identically to iPhone — if your password doesn't work, tap "Can't log in?" to get a reset email. Make sure you're typing your password exactly as you created it, including capital letters.
Logging in on Windows or Mac computers
You have two options: use the Spotify desktop app, or log in through your web browser at spotify.com. Both work equally well.
Using the desktop app: read the Spotify app from spotify.com if you don't have it, then open it. You'll see a login screen. Type your email or username in the first box, your password in the second box, and click the green "Log In" button. The app will open to your account.
Using a web browser: Open any web browser (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge — any of them work). Go to spotify.com. In the top right corner, click "Log In". Type your email or username, then your password, and click "Log In". You'll be taken to your account page in the browser.
Both methods let you listen to music the same way. The desktop app works even if you're not connected to the internet (for music you've downloaded), while the web version always needs internet. If you forget your password on either one, click "Can't log in?" to get a reset email.
What to do if you forgot your password
On any login screen — phone, tablet, or computer — look for the text "Can't log in?" or "Forgot your password?" and click or tap it. Spotify will ask for your email address. Type the email you used to create your account and click the button to send a reset email.
Check your email inbox (and spam folder, just in case) for a message from Spotify. It will contain a link that takes you to a page where you can create a new password. Click the link, type your new password twice to confirm it, and click the button to save it. Then go back to the login screen and log in with your new password.
If you don't receive the reset email within a few minutes, make sure you typed your email address correctly on the reset page. If you still don't get it, check your spam or junk folder — sometimes email filters catch Spotify's messages by mistake.
Logging in on smart speakers and other devices
Smart speakers like Amazon Echo, Google Home, and Apple HomePod connect to Spotify differently than phones and computers. Instead of typing your password into the speaker itself, you use the speaker's app on your phone.
Open the Amazon Alexa app, Google Home app, or Apple Home app on your phone. Look for the settings or account section, find Spotify, and tap "Link Account" or "Connect". You'll be taken to Spotify's login page in your phone's web browser. Log in with your email or username and password. Once you authorize the connection, the speaker will remember your account and you can ask it to play Spotify without logging in again.
If you're using Spotify on a car's infotainment system or another device, the process is similar — look in that device's settings for "Spotify" or "Music Services" and follow the prompts to connect your account.
Staying logged in across multiple devices
Once you log in on one device, you don't need to log in again on other devices using the same account. Your Spotify account is tied to your email address, not to any single device. Log in on your phone, and your account is active. Log in on your computer, and it's the same account. You can listen on multiple devices at once (depending on your subscription type), and Spotify will remember your preferences on each one.
If you want to log out of a device — for example, if you're selling a phone or using a shared computer — open the Spotify app or website, go to settings or account, and look for "Log Out" or "Sign Out". This removes your account from that device without affecting your account on other devices.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between my email and my username?
Your email is what you used to create the account. Your username is a separate name you chose (or Spotify created for you). You can log in with either one — Spotify accepts both. If you're not sure which username you have, check your account settings on spotify.com after you log in.
Can I use the same Spotify account on multiple devices at the same time?
Yes. You can log in on your phone, computer, tablet, and speaker all with the same account. How many devices can play music simultaneously depends on your subscription type — free accounts can play on one device at a time, while paid subscriptions allow multiple devices.
What if I see a message saying my account is locked?
Spotify locks accounts temporarily if it detects unusual login attempts from new locations. Check your email for a message from Spotify — it will explain what happened and how to unlock your account, usually by clicking a link or confirming your identity. This is a security feature to protect your account.
Do I need to log in every time I open Spotify?
No. Once you log in, Spotify remembers your account on that device. You'll stay logged in until you manually log out or uninstall the app. If you restart your phone or computer, you'll still be logged in.
Can I log in if I don't remember my email address?
If you know your Spotify username, you can log in with that instead of your email. If you don't know either one, go to spotify.com and click "Log In", then click "Can't log in?" and enter the email address you think you used. Spotify will tell you if that email is connected to an account.