Spotify phone number login code not arriving: what to try
In short
- Give the code a few minutes with poor reception, then tap Resend code.
- You can’t log in with a phone number on the desktop app: use the mobile app, web player or account page.
- If phone login keeps failing, Spotify suggests adding an email and using that instead.
Spotify lets you log in with your phone number and a code by text.
If the code doesn’t come
- Wait a few minutes: Spotify says it can take a while with poor reception.
- Tap Resend code, or try again later.
- Check the country code and number; a “Try again” message usually means the number was typed wrongly.
- Logging in on another device? Keep your phone with you for the code.
Not on the desktop app
Spotify says you can’t log in to the desktop app with a phone number. Use the mobile app, the web player or your account page.
Switch to email
If it keeps failing, Spotify recommends an email address instead. Without one on the account, choose Edit profile and add it. Spotify doesn’t offer support by phone.
Using a one-time number
Phone login sends a code each time, and a number from ReserveSMS receives codes for 20 minutes only. Add an email to log in with once you’re in. Get a number for Spotify.
Common questions
Why isn’t Spotify’s login code arriving?
Poor reception can delay it, or the number may be wrong. Wait a few minutes, check the number, then tap Resend code.
Can I log in to the Spotify desktop app with my phone number?
No. Use the mobile app, the web player or your account page.
How do I stop using my phone number to log in to Spotify?
Add an email address under Edit profile and log in with that.