Amazon Alexa – Link Music Streaming Services

Category: Alexa > Music & Audio

Answer:

Alexa allows you to connect supported music streaming services so you can play music, podcasts, playlists, and stations using voice commands.

Supported services may vary by region and subscription level.

Link a Music Streaming Service

On the Alexa App

1. Open the Alexa app.
2. Tap More.
3. Select Settings.
4. Under Alexa Preferences, select Music & Podcasts.
5. Tap Link New Service.
6. Select your preferred music service.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions to sign in and authorize the account.

Manage Linked Music Services

After linking a service:

1. Open Alexa app.
2. Tap More.
3. Select Settings.
4. Tap Music & Podcasts.
5. Select Manage Services.

From here you can:

• View linked services
• Remove linked services
• Update account connections
• Change your default music provider

Set a Default Music Service

Setting a default service allows Alexa to automatically use your preferred provider when you request music.

Example:

Instead of saying:

"Alexa, play jazz on Spotify."

You can simply say:

"Alexa, play jazz."

Alexa will use your default music service automatically.

Family Plans and Multiple Users

For households with multiple users:

• Each person should have their own Amazon account.
• Each user can link their own music account.
• Amazon Family can be used to manage household members.
• Individual profiles help personalize music recommendations.

Switch Profiles

You can switch between profiles by saying:

• "Alexa, switch profiles."
• "Alexa, switch to [profile name]."

Good to Know

• Some music services require an active subscription.
• Available music providers vary by country and region.
• Apple Music users may be required to complete Apple's two-factor authentication process.
• Linked music services can be changed or removed at any time.
• Setting a default music provider simplifies voice commands and playback requests.