Spotify Desktop App Won't Open

  • If Spotify app shows an error saying that Spotify won’t open, we should try re-installing the application to make it work. If that does not help, we should contact customer support as the app might be facing some technical difficulties due to which the application is not working correctly.
  • I hate the Spotify desktop app, so I made a replacement! Hi guys and gals, a few weeks ago I made a 'replacement' for the Spotify desktop app because I wanted a tiny player instead of a whole window I need to bring up to skip songs/etc.
  • After installing open up the app and under ‘All Programs’ look for the Spotify app. There will be a green dustbin icon beside the Spotify app name, click it. Click on the green dustbin icon Then when a new sub-window appears, tick the option ‘Automatically remove residual files’ and click on the uninstall button.
  • Some managed to fix the issue by doing one of the following: Disabling Firewall and Anitvirus Running it in compatability mode Opening as administrator.
  • Step 3: If the issue persists, delete the current “Spotify” program’s desktop icon and create a new shortcut icon and then check. Method 2: Perform “System Restore”, to restore the computer's system files to an earlier point in time, without affecting your personal files; such as e‑mail, documents, or photos.
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Force quit the app, then open it again

  • iPhone, iPad, iPod touch: Force the app to close.
  • Apple Watch: With the app open, press and hold the side button to show the power options. Then press and hold the Digital Crown to quit the app.
  • Apple TV: Double press the TV/Home button and swipe left or right to find the app with the issue. Then swipe up to close the app. You can’t force apps to quit on Apple TV (3rd generation).

Restart your device

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Restart your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Apple Watch, or Apple TV. Then open the app to see if it works as expected.

Check for updates

Spotify Pc Won't Open

Spotify is a digital music service that gives you access to millions of songs. Spotify is all the music you’ll ever need. Listening is everything - Spotify. The Spotify won’t open in Windows 10 issue usually occurs due to compatibility or permission issues. However, if the issue persists, try to clean install Spotify in clean boot mode. Do let us know which method helped you resolve the issue in the comments. FAQ: Learn more about Spotify issues in Windows 10.

Make sure that your device has the latest version of iOS or iPadOS, watchOS, or tvOS. Then check for app updates.

Spotify Won't Open On Mac

  • iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or Apple Watch: You can manually update apps. You might need a Wi-Fi connection to update some apps on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.
  • Apple TV: Go to Settings > Apps and turn on Automatically Update Apps. If you don't have automatic updates turned on, you can open the App Store, go to the Purchased tab, and open an app's product page to see if an update is available.

Reinstall the app

  • iPhone, iPad, iPod touch: Open the Settings app. Tap General, then tap iPhone Storage (or iPad Storage). Tap the affected app, then tap Offload app. Tap Offload app again. Wait a moment for the app to offload, then tap Reinstall App.
  • Apple TV: Highlight the app on the Home screen, then press and hold the Touch surface until the app jiggles. Press Play/Pause, then select Delete. Open the App Store and redownload the app. Some apps require subscriptions for activation. If you can't activate the app or you don’t remember your sign-in information, contact the app developer.
  • Apple Watch: Open the Watch app on your iPhone and tap the My Watch tab. Scroll to the app you want to remove, then tap it. Turn off Show App on Apple Watch, and wait for it to disappear from your watch's Home screen. To reinstall the app, scroll down to Available Apps in the My Watch tab and tap Install.

Contact the app developer

If you're having an issue with an Apple app, contact Apple Support. If it's a third-party app, contact the app developer.

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