5 Fixes if Spotify Starts Playing by Itself on Android and iPhone

Basic Fixes

• Update the Spotify app: Using an outdated version may lead to such unusual behavior. Hence, it’s a good idea to update Spotify from the Play Store or App Store.
• Check your Bluetooth devices: Is your Android or iPhone connected to a Bluetooth earphone? It can cause Spotify to start playing by itself when your earbuds detect that you are wearing them or you accidentally perform certain gestures. To prevent this, disconnect Bluetooth devices you are not using.
• Check recently installed apps: One of the apps running on your phone may be causing problems with Spotify playback. Apps you have installed or set up recently are more likely to be the source of the problem. Go through your recently installed apps and uninstall them one by one to fix the issue.

Fix 1: Turn off Autoplay

By default, the autoplay feature is enabled in the Spotify app. This allows the app to continue playing music after you have finished listening to your selected album or playlist. If you do not want this to happen, follow these steps to turn off the autoplay feature:

Step 1: Open the Spotify app, tap your profile icon at the top-left corner, and select Settings and privacy.

Step 2: Tap on Playback and turn off the toggle for Autoplay similar content.

Fix 2: Disconnect Unwanted Devices From Spotify

Spotify Connect lets you control Spotify playback on your phone from other devices. This can sometimes cause Spotify to start playing unintentionally on your phone. Here’s what you can do to stop that.

Step 1: Launch the Spotify app and open the music player. Tap the sound output device at the bottom left corner.

Step 2: Tap the three-dot menu icon next to a device and select Forget device.

Fix 3: Check Your Alarms (Android)

Another reason Spotify may start playing by itself is if you are using it as your alarm tone. Check your active alarms and ensure none are set to play Spotify.

Step 1: Open the Clock app and tap on an active alarm.

Step 2: Tap on Alarm sound and select another tone from the following menu.

Fix 4: Modify Android Auto Settings

When you connect your Android phone to a car’s infotainment system that supports Android Auto, music apps like Spotify may start playing automatically. To stop that, change the Android Auto settings on your phone.

Step 1: Open the Settings app > tap on Connected devices.

Step 2: Tap on Android Auto and toggle off Start music automatically.

Fix 5: Turn off CarPlay (iPhone)

Apple CarPlay can also cause your iPhone to start playing music from apps like Spotify or Apple Music. To stop Spotify from automatically playing, turn off Apple CarPlay. Here’s how:

Step 1: Open the Settings app on your iPhone > head to Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions.

Step 2: Tap Allowed Apps > toggle off CarPlay.