Set Spotify as Alarm on iPhone/Android/Smart Speakers

How can I make my Spotify alarm play a specific song or playlist?

Wake up to your favorite songs and start your day on the right note! While some people enjoy the gentle sounds of birdsong, the sharp ring of a phone alarm, or the natural light of sunrise, you can opt to be welcomed by Taylor Swift, Bruno Mars, or Rihanna. If you're ready to use Spotify music as alarm clock on your iPhone, Android, or smart speaker and say goodbye to jarring alarms, this guide is for you.

Here's everything you need to know about setting Spotify as your alarm—on any device, whether free or paid methods—to make your mornings truly enjoyable. Let's get started.

👉 See Also:
How to Set Apple Music as Ringtone
How to Set Amazon Music as Ringtone on iPhone

Part 1. Comparison of Spotify Alarm Setup

Check the details below to find the best Spotify alarm clock for you.

Method	Best For	Pros	Cons
AudiFab Spotify Converter	Offline, Multi-Device	Works on all devices Offline access Spotify Free & Premium Set any part of any Spotify song as alarm	Requires MP3 conversion
Google Clock (Android)	Android Users	Direct Spotify integration Free for all users Easy setup	Only for Android Needs internet
Third-Party Apps (iPhone)	iPhone Users	Spotify integration Choose specific songs/playlists	Needs third-party app Some apps require open Spotify Require payment
Smart Speakers Apps	Smart Home Users	Voice-controlled setup Spotify integration Routines	Needs internet Limited alarm customization

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Part 2. Set Spotify as an Alarm on Any Device - Best Way

Best for Compatibility Across Devices

Spotify's downloaded files for Premium are encrypted and can't be used as alarm sounds directly on devices like iPhones. But you can convert Spotify songs to MP3, making it easy to set them as custom alarms or ringtones on any device, including iPhones, Android, and smart speakers. This method ensures you can wake up to your favorite music even if Spotify encounters issues or songs become unavailable.

Best Spotify to MP3 Downloader

AudiFab Spotify Music Converter allows you to convert Spotify music to MP3 or AAC files and save them on your PC. You can then transfer these files to your iPhone, Android device, or SD card and set them as alarm or notification sounds. Additionally, it supports high-quality, uncompressed formats like ALAC, FLAC, WAV, and AIFF, and ensures your music is saved in playlist order. You can also use AudiFab as a desktop Spotify music player for easy access to your converted songs.

AudiFab Spotify to MP3 Converter

• Convert Spotify music to MP3/AAC/WAV/FLAC/AIFF/ALAC.
• Download Spotify songs, playlists, albums, podcasts, and radios.
• Keep ID3 tags & lyric after conversion.
• Fully support the latest Windows 11 & macOS 14 Sonoma.
• Enjoy Spotify songs on any MP3 Player, phone, smartwatch, etc.

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Quick Guide to Set Spotify Songs as Alarm

Once you've installed AudiFab, you can start downloading your favorite music right away. For macOS users, please refer to the guide: How to Download Spotify to MP3 on Mac Computer.

STEP 1Set MP3 as the output format

When you launch AudiFab, the Spotify app will automatically open. On the AudiFab main interface, you can set the output format, audio quality, and more. We recommend using the MP3 format for its wide compatibility. Additionally, click on the “Settings” option on the left to customize preferences such as lyrics storage, output file name, and folder organization.

STEP 2Add your favorite alarm sound

Find the song or playlist you want to set as your alarm and click the "Click to Add" button at the bottom right corner, then click “Add”.

STEP 3 Convert your favorite Spotify song to MP3

Click the yellow "Convert" button to start the conversion process. The progress bar will show the conversion status. Wait a moment until the conversion is complete.

STEP 4 Transfer the converted song to your iPhone/Android

Once the conversion is complete, go to the “Converted” page and open the output folder. From there, you can play, edit, or transfer the music to your iPhone, Android, or other devices.

Transfer Spotify to Android via USB:
1. Connect your phone to the computer and select "File Transfer."
2. Find the "Music" or "Media" folder on your phone.
3. Copy the downloaded Spotify files to the folder.

Transfer Spotify to iPhone via iTunes/Music App:
1. In AudiFab, select songs in the "Converted" interface and click "Export to Music."
2. Open your Music app on iPhone, and go to "Library" > "Downloaded" to find the Spotify songs.

Video guide Set Spotify songs as Alarm on Android or iPhone

Your alarm won't need an internet connection as the MP3 files are stored locally. You can wake up to your favorite songs and choose any part of the song for your alarm or ringtone.

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Part 3. Set Spotify as an Alarm on iPhone

Now that we've covered how to set Spotify as an alarm on various devices, let's delve into specific methods to use Spotify as alarm for iPhones.

✨ Tips: These methods require Spotify Premium. For Spotify Free, see Part 2.

Night™ Alarm Clock for Spotify (formerly Morning™)

This app provides an easy way to set Spotify alarms on your iPhone with Spotify Premium. However, after the update to the Night™ version, many users have reported that it’s less user-friendly compared to the previous version.

• Step 1. Download and install the Night™ Alarm Clock for Spotify from the App Store.
• Step 2. Open the app and log in to your Spotify account to allow access to your Spotify library.
• Step 3. Set your alarm time by clicking “Start” > “Add New” > “Spotify”.
• Step 4. Select the song you want as your alarm.
  
• Step 5. Tap “Done” to confirm.

Siri Shortcuts

If you don't want to use a third-party app, try setting a Spotify alarm with Siri Shortcuts (Source: Reddit). Just ensure you have Spotify Premium and Wi-Fi or mobile data enabled. In this way, you can use Spotify as an alarm on iPhone for free.

• Step 1. Ask Siri to play your desired Spotify playlist or track. For example, say, “Hey Siri, play Today’s Hot Hits on Shuffle on Spotify.”
• Step 2. Open the Siri Shortcuts app and tap "Automation" at the bottom.
• Step 3. Tap the "+" icon in the top right corner.
• Step 4. Select "Create Personal Automation".
  
• Step 5. Choose "Alarm" and set your alarm time in the Clock app.
• Step 6. "Disable Ask Each Time" for all actions.
• Step 7. Search for and select "Open App", then choose "Spotify".
• Step 8. Find "Set Volume" and adjust it to your preferred level.
• Step 9. Use "Change Playback Destination" to set it to iPhone (or another device).
• Step 10. Add the Siri command by finding "Play" and paste your command (e.g., “Play Today’s Hot Hits”).
• Step 11. Tap "Next, disable Ask Before Running", and tap "Done" to save your automation.

Third-party apps are less stable, especially for iPhone’s iOS, which is highly controlled, and may cause bugs like alarms not going off. To avoid oversleeping, we recommend using the method from Part 2 to set Spotify as your alarm sound instead of third-party apps.

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Part 4. Set Spotify as an Alarm on Android

With Spotify integrated into Google Clock and Samsung Clock, you can easily set your favorite songs, playlists, or albums from Spotify as your alarm on Android.  

✨ Tips: Some users report Spotify's "DJ" playlist doesn't work with alarms on Samsung or Google Clock apps. To fix this, check Part 2. Set Spotify as an Alarm on Any Device.

Google Clock

This way is totally free and works even if you’re not a Spotify Premium user.

• Step 1. Ensure Google Clock and Spotify are installed on your phone.
• Step 2. Open Google Clock and go to the “Alarm” tab.
• Step 3. Tap “+” to create a new alarm, then select “Sound”.
• Step 4. Switch to the “Spotify” tab and tap “Connect”.
  
• Step 5. Choose a song, playlist, or album from Spotify as your alarm.

Samsung Clock

Galaxy phones and tablets offer unique ways to use Spotify, including setting it as your alarm, message tone, or syncing it to Samsung smartwatch. Just make sure Spotify is installed on your device. Spotify integration is available on devices with One UI 3 or higher, including the fully updated Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra.

This method requires a Spotify Premium account.

• Step 1. Open the Clock app.
• Step 2. Tap the “Alarm” tab and then tap “Add”.
• Step 3. Set the time and date for the alarm.
• Step 4. Name your alarm.
  
• Step 5. Tap “Alarm Sound”, then log in to Spotify.
• Step 6. Choose your playlist.
• Step 7. Tap “Back” twice and then “Save".

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Part 5. Set Spotify as an Alarm on Smart Speakers

In addition to Android and iPhone, you can also set Spotify as an alarm on smart speakers. Next, we’ll introduce three popular options: Amazon Echo, Google Home, and Sonos. Please subscribe to Spotify Premium first.

Amazon Echo

Whether you have an Amazon Echo, Echo Dot, or Echo Spot, these Alexa devices are perfect for alarms.

• Step 1. Open the Amazon Alexa app and go to the menu.
• Step 2. Tap “Settings” > “Music” > “Link New Service” > “Spotify”.
• Step 3. Link your Spotify account to Alexa and tap “Default Services”.
• Step 4. Set Spotify as the default music library or podcast service.
  
• Step 5. Go back to the menu and tap “Alarms & Timers” under the More tab.
• Step 6. Tap “Add Alarm”, select Spotify for the alarm sound, and then tap “Save”.

Google Home

• Step 1. Open the Google Home app on your phone and go to the home screen.
• Step 2. Tap "Add" and choose "Music" at the top left to set Spotify as your default service.
• Step 3. Select "Link Account" and log in with your Spotify credentials.
• Step 4. Return to the home screen, tap the Settings icon, and go to "Audio" > "Alarm & Timers."
  
• Step 5. Set a new alarm and pick your preferred Spotify playlist as the alarm tone.

Sonos

• Step 1. Open the Sonos app and go to “Settings”.
  
• Step 2. Select "Service & Voice," then "Music & Content," and tap "Add a Service."
  
• Step 3. Choose Spotify and follow the instructions to link your account.
  
• Step 4. Return to Settings, tap "System" > "Alarms," and create a new alarm.
• Step 5. Select "Music" to choose a Spotify song, then tap "Save" and "Done" to confirm.

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Part 6. Set Spotify as an Alarm for Free

Besides using Google Clock, there's another way to set Spotify as an alarm for free, without spending any money. You can use an online free Spotify music downloader to save music to your device. After that, you can set the downloaded Spotify music as your alarm on iPhone/Android/smart speakers, etc.

However, using these tools often comes with risks. They can expose your device to security threats like malware and phishing.

More details: 10 Best FREE Online Spotify Playlist Downloader - Work in 2024

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Part 7. FAQs on Setting Spotify as an Alarm

Q 1 Can I set Spotify as an alarm on my phone without Spotify Premium?

Yes, you can set Spotify as an alarm for Free on both Android and iPhone using the Siri Shortcuts app (iPhone) or the Google Clock app (Android). Alternatively, you can use AudiFab to download Spotify music and set it as your alarm tone by saving the song locally on your device.

Q 2 Why does my Spotify alarm sometimes not go off?

1. The app is closed, so Spotify isn't running in the background.
2. Using Spotify Free, which plays music in shuffle mode, causing issues.
3. Automation settings are incorrect, or "Ask Before Running" is enabled.
4. Battery-saving features prevent Spotify from running in the background.
5. No internet connection, which is needed to play Spotify.
6. Do Not Disturb mode is blocking the alarm.
7. The Spotify or Shortcuts app is outdated.
8. The phone's volume is too low or muted.

Solution with AudiFab: If you download Spotify music using AudiFab and set it as your alarm, you won't need Spotify to run in the background, and you won't need a Spotify Free account or an internet connection. This method ensures that your alarm goes off without any issues related to the Spotify app.

Q 3 Are the recommended Spotify playlists good for waking up?

Q 4 What if Google Clock not working with Spotify?

Solution 1: Verify Your Network Connection
Solution 2: Restart Your Phone
Solution 3: Enable Auto-Start for Google Clock and Spotify
Solution 4: Reinstall Google Clock and Spotify
Solution 5: Revoke Google Clock's Access to Spotify
Solution 6: Perform a Clean Uninstall of the Spotify App
Solution 7: Check for Software Updates on Your Device
Solution 8: Use AudiFab to Download Spotify Music and Set it as an Alarm