Why Does Spotify Pause When I Leave the App? How to Fix Playback Interruptions

Learn why Spotify pauses when you leave the app and how to adjust settings to prevent playback interruptions on your device.

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Spotify may pause when you leave the app due to your device's battery saver settings or background data restrictions. To ensure uninterrupted playback, check your device's battery optimization settings and make sure Spotify is excluded. Additionally, look into the app's settings or your phone's system settings to ensure Spotify has permission to run in the background. Doing so helps prevent automatic pauses when switching apps or locking your screen.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Why does Spotify stop playing when I switch to another app? Spotify may stop playing because your device's battery saver or background data restrictions limit its ability to run in the background. Adjusting these settings can prevent Spotify from pausing.
  2. How can I stop Spotify from pausing when my screen locks? Ensure Spotify is excluded from battery optimization and has permission to run in the background in your device settings. This helps keep playback active even when the screen locks.
  3. Does Spotify have a specific setting to allow background playback? Spotify relies on device settings for background playback. While there isn’t a dedicated toggle in Spotify, you need to ensure your phone allows the app to function uninterrupted in the background.