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Spotify Won’t Open in Windows 10: Here’s the Easiest Fix
Make sure you have enough space to run Spotify & launch it in Compatibility mode.
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Spotify is a popular music streaming service that is available for multiple platforms including Windows. The Spotify app for Windows is free to install and use (with ads), however, some users Spotify won’t open, particularly in Windows 10.
The window does not appear nor the app process can be located in Task Manager. In fact, many users claim that Spotify doesn’t work on PC all of a sudden.
While some stumble across nasty errors such as thestop code 18 in Spotify, others are not able to launch it all. Instead of Spotify, they see a black screen.
Now, we already prepared some top-notch tips to help youdeal with Spotify in your browser, but that only takes you so far.
While we cannot really say ifSpotify is better in browser or app, we know for sure that people’s needs are different and so are their preferences. Spotify not opening in Windows 10 can be frustrating but have listed a couple of troubleshooting tips to help you out.
Let’s see what triggers it in the first place and why won’t spotify open.
Why can’t I open Spotify?
Your Spotify app in Window can run into trouble due to your antivirus or firewall blocking the connection, incompatibility with the Windows version as well a glitch in the app.
If you’re using a browser, specific features such as Hardware acceleration can end up doing more harm than go, so you mush what to keep that in check.
Running outdated versions of both devices and browsers can also be responsible for Spotify not opening in Windows 10.
Experience an error-free music streaming service
If you are a music aficionado and have a paid plan for YouTube Music, Spotify, or Apple Music, access them in a browser that has built-in integrations: Opera GX. It’s light and fast, so you’ll get buffer-free music, plus it has a built-in sound booster to tweak your volume.
The browser is great for music streaming, with quick access to your favorite platforms, permanent login to avoid server connection issues, not to mention a built-in VPN to change servers whenever the service may throttle.
Opera GX
How can I fix Spotify if it’s not opening in Windows 10?
1. Run in compatibility mode
If you are still rocking Windows 7 on your computer,Spotifymay face compatibility issues. Running the app in compatibility mode for Windows 7 seems to have fixed the issue for many users.
You also have made it run asadministrator, which should fix any issue that may occur due to permission issues.
2. Troubleshoot Microsoft Store
Note:Follow these steps if you have installedSpotifyfrom Microsoft Store and experiencing issues.
3. Check your security programs
If you have a third-party antivirus program installed, turn it off temporarily as well. Right-click on the antivirus icon in the system tray and then select Disable Temporarily.
Once disabled, relaunchSpotifyto see if the problem is resolved. If it works without any issues, addSpotifyto the Firewall whitelist.
You may also want to change your antivirus if the issue persists. Don’t forget to enable the Defender Firewall once the issue is resolved.
4. Clean install Spotify in clean boot mode
Perform a clean boot
UninstallSpotify
ReinstallSpotify
TheSpotifywon’t open in Windows 10 issue usually occurs due to compatibility or permission issues. However, if the issue persists, try to clean installSpotifyin clean boot mode.
If you want to explore this subject more, check out our thoroughWeb Apps Hub. To see more Spotify-related information and guides, have a look at our specializedSpotify section.
Do let us know which method helped you resolve the issue in the comments.
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Tashreef Shareef
Tashreef Shareef is a software developer turned tech writer. He discovered his interest in technology after reading a tech magazine accidentally. Now he writes about everything tech from Windows to iOS and streaming services to IoT at WindowsReport.
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