Best 3 Ways to Play Spotify on PS4

"Can I play Spotify on PS4 while playing a game?"

With the launch of PlayStation Music, powered by exclusive partner Spotify, PS4 and PS5 users can freely access Spotify songs, playlists, and albums, streaming directly on their consoles. The PlayStation Music app also allows you to play Spotify music while gaming on PS4. But how do you get Spotify on PS4?

This article provides clear steps for playing Spotify songs on your PS4 using three methods: setting up the Spotify app, using Spotify Connect, and playing music from a USB drive. It also covers how to fix common issues with Spotify on PS4 and offers practical tips to enhance your Spotify PlayStation experience. Follow this guide to get started!

Part 1. Set Up Spotify on PS4 Directly

Thanks to Spotify's release for the PS4 and PS5, gamers may now stream Spotify music in the background without requiring a separate device.

Now you might be wondering: Is Spotify free on PS4? The answer is yes. Both Premium and Free Spotify users can access Spotify songs on PS4. Here’s a tutorial to help you pair Spotify with your PS4.

✨ Tips: Free users must listen to Spotify music online with ads interrupting their gameplay, just as with regular Spotify use. If this bothers you, Part 3 offers a solution for both Spotify Free and Premium users to play music offline on PS4 without ads.

How to Set Up and Link Spotify on PS4

STEP 1 Turn on PS4 and go to the “PlayStation Store”.

STEP 2 Search for “Spotify” and click “Download” to get the PS4 Spotify app.

STEP 3 Open the Spotify app from your PS4’s main menu.

STEP 4 Choose "Log in" to sign in with your existing Spotify account.

STEP 5 Click "Link Accounts" to connect Spotify with your PS4.

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Part 2. How to Play Spotify on PS4 Online While Playing Games

After linking Spotify to your PS4, here’s how to stream Spotify online on PS4. You can use Spotify on PS4 in 2 main ways: App or Spotify Connect.

Method 1. Play Spotify on PS4 Via the Spotify App

STEP 1 How to Listen to Spotify on PS4 Directly

• Launch the Spotify app from the PS4 home screen.
• Start playing your desired playlist or song.
• Press the “PS” button to return to your game. Spotify will continue playing in the background.

STEP 2 How to Control Spotify Music on PS4 While Playing Games

• Access the Quick Menu by holding the “PS” button on your controller.
• Look for the “Spotify” in the Quick Menu. If it’s not there:
• Open Spotify on your PS4, play a song, exit back to the home screen, and return to your game.
• Head to the “Music” section in the Quick Menu and select a song.
• If your Quick Menu doesn’t have a Music section, customize it by selecting Menu Items and checking the Music box.
• Now you can switch through songs, adjust the volume, and scroll through playlists using Spotify in the Quick Menu.

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Method 2. Play Spotify on PS4 Via Spotify Connect

STEP 1 Make sure your PS4 and the device with the Spotify app (such as your phone or computer) are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

STEP 2 Launch the Spotify app on your phone, tablet, or computer.

STEP 3 Play a song or playlist that you want to listen to on your PS4.

STEP 4 On the Spotify app, look for the device icon (usually located at the bottom of the screen).

STEP 5 Select your PS4 from the list of available devices.

STEP 6 The music will now play through your PS4 while you continue gaming.

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Part 3. Best Way to Play Spotify On PS4 Offline

Playback of Spotify songs may occasionally be interrupted due to internet issues or other reasons. In such cases, you can play Spotify offline using the Media Player on PS4. First, use a Spotify downloader to remove the encryption and convert Spotify songs to a PlayStation 4-compatible format.

Tool Required – AudiFab Spotify Music Converter

A popular solution is the AudiFab Spotify Music Converter, which is designed to help both Spotify Premium and Free users download Spotify playlists and convert them to MP3, AAC (M4A), ALAC (M4A), FLAC, WAV, or AIFF while preserving the original sound quality. Once successfully converted, you can listen to your Spotify playlists on PS4 Media Player or other devices with no ads.

Best AudiFab Spotify Music Converter

• Support downloading music with Spotify Free or Premium.
• Convert Spotify songs to MP3, AAC, WAV, FLAC, ALAC, and AIFF.
• Keep ID3 tags and lossless audio quality.
• Play Spotify music on PS4, Xbox One, Apple Watch, etc.
• Support 10X faster conversion speed.

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How to Download Spotify for PS4 Offline Playback

Below are the steps to convert Spotify music to MP3 or AAC using AudiFab Spotify Music Converter on Mac/Windows so you can play them on PS4.

STEP 1Import Spotify songs into AudiFab

Open AudiFab Spotify Music Converter. You can import music from Spotify by either dragging and dropping songs into the conversion window and clicking “Add”, or by copying and pasting the song URL into the search box.

✨ Tips: Select the “Converted Filter” option to filter the repeated songs that you’ve converted before.

STEP 2Set MP3 or AAC as the output format for PS4

MP3 and AAC formats are fully supported by the PS4 Media Player. Click the gear icon in the top right corner to enter Settings, and set the output format to MP3 or another PS4-compatible audio format. You can also customize the output parameters to your preference.

STEP 3 Start to convert Spotify to MP3

Click the “Convert” button, and the added Spotify music will be automatically downloaded and converted. With up to 10x faster conversion speed, the process will be completed shortly.

STEP 4 Check Spotify MP3 files

After the conversion, click the "Converted" section to check your downloaded MP3. Click the "Folder" icon beside the songs to open your output folder with Spotify MP3s.

How to Play Spotify on PS4 Offline Without Premium

STEP 1 Transfer downloaded Spotify songs to the USB Drive

• Plug your USB flash drive into your computer and open its folder.
• Create a folder named "Music" on the USB drive.
• Find the converted Spotify MP3 files on your computer.
• Drag and drop the MP3 files into the "Music" folder on the USB drive.
• Safely remove the USB drive from your computer.

STEP 2 Connect the USB to PS4 and play Spotify music offline

• Plug your USB drive into a USB port on your PS4.
• Open the PlayStation Media Player app.



• Browse and select the Spotify songs you want to play from the USB.
• Enjoy your favorite Spotify tracks offline while gaming on your PS4.

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Part 4. Fix Spotify On PS4 Not Working

"Why does my Spotify not work on my PS4?"

If Spotify isn't working on your PS4, it can be frustrating, but there are several steps you can take to troubleshoot and resolve the issue. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you get Spotify back up and running on your PS4:

4.1 Check for Updates

• PS4 System Update: Go to Settings > System Software Update to check for updates.
• Spotify App Update: Navigate to the Library on your PS4 home screen, find Spotify, and select Options > Check for Update.

4.2 Restart Your PS4



4.3 Reinstall the Spotify App

• Uninstall: Go to Library > Applications, find Spotify, press the Options button, and select Delete.
• Reinstall: After uninstalling, go to the PlayStation Store, search for Spotify, and download the app again.

4.4 Check Network Connection

• Test Connection: Go to Settings > Network > Test Internet Connection to ensure your PS4 is properly connected to the internet.
• Restart Router: If your internet connection is unstable, try restarting your router.
• Change the DNS server: Go to Settings > Network > Set Up Internet Connection > Use Wi-Fi > Custom. Register your WIFI.

4.5 Clear the Cache

Turn off your PS4 and unplug it from the power source. Wait a few minutes, then plug it back in and turn it on.

• Sign Out and Sign In Again
• Open the Spotify app on your PS4.
• Go to Settings > Log Out.
• Sign in again using your Spotify credentials.

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Part 5. FAQs about Playing Spotify on PS4

Q 1 Can I play Spotify on PS4 without an App?

It’s possible to access Spotify Web Player via the PS4’s web browser, but the experience may be limited due to browser capabilities. Here are the steps:

• Open Internet Browser on PS4: From the PS4 home screen, navigate to the Internet Browser.
• Go to Spotify Web Player: Enter the URL open.spotify.com in the browser's address bar.
• Log In: Sign in with your Spotify account credentials.
• Play Music: Browse and play your desired music directly from the web player.

Q 2 How to unlink Spotify from PS4?

Following these methods will effectively disconnect your Spotify account from your PS4, allowing you to manage your account connections as needed.

Method 1: Unlink Spotify on PS4 Console

• Go to the PS4 home screen.
• Navigate to "Settings" > "Account Management."



• Choose "Link with Other Services" > "Spotify."



• Select "Sign Out" and confirm the action.

Method 2: Unlink Spotify on the Spotify Web Interface

• Open your web browser and visit the Spotify Account Overview page.
• Scroll down to the "Apps"> "PlayStation" >"Remove Access" next to it.
• A pop-up will appear asking you to confirm. Click "OK" to revoke access.

Q 3 How do I make a Spotify playlist on my PlayStation 4?

To create a new playlist on Spotify, use the web player, desktop app, or mobile app. Open your chosen platform, click "New Playlist," and name it.

Q 4 Can I play Apple Music or Amazon Music on PS4 directly?

No, you cannot play Apple Music or Amazon Music directly on PS4. The PS4 only supports Spotify for music streaming. However, you can use AudiFab products to convert Apple Music or Amazon Music tracks to a compatible format, such as MP3. Then, transfer these files to a USB drive for playback on PS4.

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How to Transfer Apple Music Songs to USB Drive

How to Download Amazon Music to USB Drive

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