Remove a Device from Spotify: Step-by-Step

This guide walks you through removing a device (phone, tablet, computer, speaker, TV, or car) from your Spotify account. You’ll learn the exact steps for both the mobile app and the web player, plus how to fix common issues like a device that won’t disappear or keeps coming back.

What You’ll Need

• Access to your Spotify account (you’ll need to log in if you’re not already).
• For the mobile app: the latest version of Spotify installed on your phone or tablet.
• For the web player: any modern browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge) and an internet connection.
• Your Spotify password if you’re logging in from a new device or after clearing cookies.

Step-by-Step

There are two main ways to remove a device from your Spotify account: through the mobile app or through the web player. Both methods work, but the web player gives you a clearer list of all connected devices.

Method 1: Using the Spotify Mobile App (iOS or Android)

1. Open the Spotify app on your phone or tablet.
2. Tap your profile photo or the Settings gear icon in the top-right corner of the Home screen.
3. Scroll down and tap Account (on iOS, it’s under “Settings”; on Android, it’s directly in the menu).
4. You’ll be taken to your account page in the app’s built-in browser. If prompted, log in with your Spotify credentials.
5. Look for the Devices section (it may be under “Account” or “Security”). Tap Devices.
6. You’ll see a list of all devices that have ever accessed your account. Find the device you want to remove.
7. Tap the device name, then tap Remove (or the trash icon). Confirm if asked.
8. The device is now removed. It will no longer appear in your device list, and it will be signed out of Spotify.

Method 2: Using the Web Player (Desktop or Any Browser)

1. Go to spotify.com and log in with your account credentials.
2. Click your profile icon (top-right corner) and select Account from the dropdown.
3. You’ll land on the Account Overview page. In the left sidebar (or menu on mobile), click Devices.
4. A list of all devices that have connected to your account will appear. Each entry shows the device type, name, and last used date.
5. Click the Remove button next to the device you want to delete.
6. Confirm the removal if prompted. The device will be immediately signed out and removed from your account.

Common Mistakes

• Confusing “Remove” with “Log Out”: In some places, Spotify offers a “Log out everywhere” option. That logs out all devices but doesn’t remove them from your device list. To permanently remove a device, you must use the specific “Remove” button in the Devices section.
• Using the wrong account: If you have multiple Spotify accounts (e.g., a free one and a premium one), you might be logged into the wrong one. Check the account name at the top of the page before removing anything.
• Looking for a “Remove” button on the device itself: You can’t remove a device from the device’s own Spotify app. You must do it from your main account settings.
• Forgetting to confirm: Some users tap “Remove” but miss the confirmation pop-up. The device won’t be removed until you confirm.
• Assuming removing a device deletes your playlists: Removing a device only signs it out and disconnects it. Your playlists, saved music, and account data remain intact.

Tips

• Check the device list regularly: If you’ve used Spotify on a friend’s speaker or a rental car, remove it afterward to keep your account secure.
• Use the “Log out everywhere” feature if you’ve lost your phone or suspect unauthorized access. This is a quick way to sign out all devices at once, but it doesn’t remove them from the list—you’ll still need to remove them individually if you want them gone permanently.
• Update your password after removing a suspicious device: If you removed a device you don’t recognize, change your password immediately to prevent future unauthorized access.
• Remember that some devices (like smart TVs) may reconnect: If you remove a TV but it stays connected to your Wi-Fi, it might appear again when you open the Spotify app on it. To prevent this, also log out of the app on that device or disconnect it from your network.
• Use the web player for a clearer view: The web player’s device list often shows more details (like last used date) than the mobile app, making it easier to identify which device to remove.

Troubleshooting

If you followed the steps but the device still appears, or you get an error, try these solutions:

• Refresh the page: Sometimes the list doesn’t update immediately. Refresh your browser or close and reopen the app.
• Log out and log back in: Sign out of your Spotify account on the web player, then log back in. This refreshes your session and may update the device list.
• Clear your browser cookies: If you’re using a shared or public computer, old cookies might cause the page to show outdated info. Clear your browser’s cookies and try again.
• Check if the device is currently active: If the device is playing music right now, Spotify might not let you remove it until you stop playback on that device. Pause or stop playback and try again.
• Contact Spotify support: If the device still won’t remove after multiple attempts, go to support.spotify.com and submit a request. They can manually remove devices from their end.
• Wait a few hours: In rare cases, Spotify’s servers take time to sync. Wait a few hours and check again.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What does removing a device actually do?
It signs the device out of your Spotify account and removes it from your list of connected devices. The device will no longer be able to access your playlists or account info.

Q: Can I remove a device that is currently playing music?
Yes, but you may need to stop playback on that device first. If the device is actively playing, Spotify might not allow removal until playback stops.

Q: Will removing a device delete my playlists or saved songs?
No. Removing a device only disconnects that device from your account. Your playlists, saved music, and account settings remain unchanged.

Q: How do I remove a device from the Spotify desktop app?
The desktop app doesn’t have a direct “remove device” option. You need to go to your account settings via the web player (spotify.com/account) and remove it from the Devices section.

Q: Why does a device I removed keep showing up again?
This usually happens if the device is still connected to your Wi-Fi and the Spotify app on it is open. The device may automatically reconnect. To prevent this, log out of Spotify on that device or disconnect it from your network.

Q: Is there a limit to how many devices I can have on my account?
Spotify doesn’t publicly state a strict limit, but for free accounts, you can only listen on one device at a time. Premium accounts allow up to 5 devices with offline downloads. Removing devices helps keep your account organized.

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