How to Disable Auto-Play Music on Your iPhone

Learn how to easily turn off auto-play music on your iPhone in just a few simple steps.

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To turn off auto-play music on your iPhone: Go to the Music app, tap on Library. At the top right, tap Edit, and turn off the Auto-Play Music setting. Alternatively, while listening to music, look for the Auto-Play icon (infinity symbol) in the playing bar and tap it to disable auto-play. This will help prevent music from playing automatically after your selected songs end.

Questions and answers

  1. What does auto-play mean on my iPhone?

    Auto-play on your iPhone refers to the feature that automatically continues playing music or videos after the current selection ends.

  2. Can I turn off auto-play for specific music apps?

    Yes, you can typically manage auto-play settings within each app's settings, including popular music streaming platforms.

  3. How do I access my music settings on iPhone?

    To access your music settings, open the Music app, tap on Library, and adjust the settings as needed.

  4. Will turning off auto-play affect my playlists?

    No, turning off auto-play will not affect your playlists, it simply stops music from automatically continuing after your current selection.