Xbox not appearing as a device on Spotify

Discus and support Xbox not appearing as a device on Spotify in XBoX Games and Apps to solve the problem; Both mobile and console on the same WiFi network, I tried connecting my mobile to laptop to control Spotify remotely and it worked fine. Problem seems... Discussion in 'XBoX Games and Apps' started by TussockyRug78, Aug 11, 2017.

  1. Xbox not appearing as a device on Spotify


    Both mobile and console on the same WiFi network, I tried connecting my mobile to laptop to control Spotify remotely and it worked fine. Problem seems to be coming from the Xbox's end. I have tried uninstalling and reinstalled the app from the mobile and
    console several times to no success

    :)
     
    TussockyRug78, Aug 11, 2017
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  2. maxen
    maxen Guest
    [Guide] Getting Started with Spotify on Xbox One

    As of 8th August 2017, the Spotify app is now available on Xbox One!

    This guide should answer some of the likely questions around using the app for the first time, but if you need more help take a look at

    this FAQ
    or the links at the bottom of this thread so you can get the assistance you need.

    Spotify App Features

    • Browse your own created playlists, or take a look at the available selection of curated playlists
    • Search for any song, artist or album in the Spotify library
    • Background listening! Continue listening to Spotify even while you play a game
    • Use Spotify Connect to control music playback from other supported devices, including phones and laptops
    • App works with both Free and Premium Spotify subscriptions
    • Xbox Live Gold subscription not required

    Installing the Spotify App

    • On your Xbox One console, navigate to the Store tab
    • Under the large banners, press the Search button
    • Type "Spotify" and press Menu (button with three horizontal lines)
    • In the results, select "Spotify Music - for Xbox"
    • Press Install

    Logging In to the Spotify App

    Now that you have the Spotify app installed, you probably want to log in. There are a couple options for this: the first is to log in using Spotify Connect on another device, essentially using the other device to authenticate your login; and the second is
    to use a normal password.

    Note: If you do not already have a Spotify account, you can create one from this screen.

    • Logging in with Spotify Connect
      • This is the easiest way to log in to Spotify, and it means you'll already be set up to use Spotify Connect.
      • Open the Spotify app on another device where you are already logged in – a mobile or laptop device running iOS, Android, Windows 10 – and make sure it is connected to the same home/WiFi network as your Xbox One.
      • Open the Spotify app on Xbox One and select "Log In".
      • Follow the steps presented on the screen.
    • Logging in with Username and Password
      • Open the Spotify app on Xbox One and select "Log In".
      • After selecting "Log In", most of the screen is dedicated to Spotify Connect; to use username and password, you will need to navigate to "Other Ways to Log In" on the far right side of the screen.
      • Select "Password".
      • Input your account password and you are now logged in to the Spotify app.
    • Logging Out
      • In the app, select your profile icon in the upper-right.
      • Select "Log Out".

    Background Listening and Controlling Playback

    When you have already started music playback on Xbox One, you can continue listening in the background even if you open a game and start playing. When this is happening, you can control the music in two ways: on the console, or by using Spotify Connect on
    another device.

    Controlling Playback on the Console: With music playing, if you open the Guide (press central button with Xbox logo), there will be a play bar along the bottom*. You can use your controller to pause or skip songs.

    Controlling Playback with Spotify Connect: While music is playing on your console, open the Spotify app on any other supported device where you're logged in and you can pause or skip songs from that device. You can even add songs to the
    queue or change playlists entirely. As long as Spotify Connect is left to "Play from Xbox One", your music will continue playing from the console.

    *Insiders testing the latest version of the Xbox One dashboard will see something slightly different: the play bar will still be in the Guide, but it will exist in the list of recent apps. Media controls can be accessed by clicking
    A on the tile showing the artist and song currently playing. The specifics of this functionality in the new Dashboard are subject to change as the update progresses through its testing phases.

    Supported Regions

    At present, the Spotify app on Xbox One supports the following 34 regions:

    Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Germany, Finland, France, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, Slovakia,
    Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States

    Feature Requests

    Do you have suggestions to improve the Spotify app for Xbox One? Then check out
    Spotify's own Ideas page – use search to find if your idea has already been submitted, or create your own post.

    Further Assistance with the App or Your Spotify Account



    The first place to look for help would be
    this FAQ about the Spotify app on Xbox One
    to see if your question has already answered.

    If you need more assistance using the Spotify app on Xbox One, create a post

    here in the Spotify section of the Xbox Forums
    and be sure to toggle to "Support" when making your post to see the Support section.

    If you need help using your Spotify account, take a look at
    Spotify's own Support section
    .
     
    maxen, Aug 11, 2017
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  3. Spotify on Xbox One

    I know this is the wrong forum for this topic but we need as many spotify users as possible for this one.

    Since background music is a thing now it would be awesome to use spotify on your Xbox One.

    If you got a Spotify Account vote this one up

    Spotify Xbox One app - The Spotify Community
     
    FReeZ I DMoKeR, Aug 11, 2017
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  4. Crazy_BigGaz
    Crazy_BigGaz Guest

    Xbox not appearing as a device on Spotify

    I found , I had to open the Spotify app on the Xbox for it to show, on my PC as a device.
     
    Crazy_BigGaz, Aug 14, 2017
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  5. maxen
    maxen Guest
    Hi Tussocky,

    Can you try closing the app on your phone completely, then open the Xbox One app, and only afterwards open the phone app? Also start playing some music. Does the Xbox now appear in your list of devices?

    Failing that, what happens if you try doing this from your laptop? You mentioned you use Spotify there too, so I'm curious if that could work instead.

    Let us know how you get on.
     
    maxen, Nov 2, 2018
    #5
  6. maxen Win User

    Xbox not appearing as a device on Spotify

    Hi Tussocky,

    Can you try closing the app on your phone completely, then open the Xbox One app, and only afterwards open the phone app? Also start playing some music. Does the Xbox now appear in your list of devices?

    Failing that, what happens if you try doing this from your laptop? You mentioned you use Spotify there too, so I'm curious if that could work instead.

    Let us know how you get on.
  7. Crazy_BigGaz Win User

    Xbox not appearing as a device on Spotify

    I found , I had to open the Spotify app on the Xbox for it to show, on my PC as a device.
  8. EnT Astridge117 Win User

    Spotify on Xbox One not playing any sound

    Hi there!

    Please check that Spotify isnt trying to play the music out of another device such as mobile, or laptop.

    I would reccomend loading spotify up on your mobile and then selecting to play your audio via xbox
  9. XBF Brad A Win User

    Ecouter ma musique en DLNA sur Xbox One [Translation-Play my music in DLNA on Xbox one]

    Hi Florian,

    Thanks for coming to the forums with your questions. Have you checked Spotify to see if your music is there also? When all this occurred some music was moved to spotify. You can view the entire guide here for

    Groove music and spotify
    .

    All the music that had a match in Spotify’s catalog now appears in your Spotify library and playlists. All your purchased or uploaded non-Groove Music Pass music will remain untouched in the Windows 10 and Xbox Groove Music apps. Music you own and
    that is stored locally on your hard drive or on OneDrive is untouched and will continue to be playable from your local hard drive through the Windows 10 and Xbox Groove Music apps.

    Try the Spotify app and let us know.

    Thanks,

    Brad
  10. Rostom L Win User

    My Spotify is pausing

    Hi there! I'm Rostom, an Independent Advisor. I will be glad to help you here. Sorry to hear about the issue. No worries, we will do our best now to get this sorted out.

    May I know if your account in Spotify is being used by your other devices? It's possible that your other device is playing which may cause the Spotify on your Xbox to stop playing.
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