To set a Spotify song as an alarm on an Android phone, use the built-in Google Clock or Samsung Clock app. On an iPhone, you must download a third-party app like Alarmify because iOS lacks native Spotify alarm support.
How to set a Spotify song as an alarm on Android
Android offers two main methods: Google Clock for most devices and Samsung Clock for Galaxy phones with One UI 3 or later. The key difference is that Spotify Premium users can select specific songs, while Spotify Free users can only choose playlists or albums (which play in shuffle mode).
Method 1: Use the Google Clock app
- Open the Google Clock app on your Android device.
- Tap the Alarm tab, then tap the Add (+) button to create a new alarm.
- Set your desired wake-up time.
- Tap the alarm sound option (usually labeled "Alarm sound" or "Sound").
- Select Spotify from the list of available sound sources. If prompted, sign in to your Spotify account and grant necessary permissions.
- Choose a playlist or album. Spotify Premium users can also select a specific song. Spotify Free users must pick a playlist or album, which will play in shuffle mode.
- Tap Back or Save to confirm your selection.
- Save the alarm. Ensure your device volume is turned up and not in silent mode.
If you want to wake up to a curated mix, you can use dj on Spotify to discover new tracks for your alarm playlist. For a different approach, you can set a timer on Spotify to stop music playback after a set duration if you fall asleep to music before your alarm.
Method 2: Use the Samsung Clock app
This method works on Samsung devices running One UI 3 or later.
- Open the Samsung Clock app.
- Tap the Alarm tab, then tap Add (+).
- Set your alarm time.
- Tap Alarm sound.
- Select Spotify from the list of sound options. Sign in to your Spotify account when prompted.
- Browse and choose your desired playlist or song. Spotify Free users are limited to playlists or albums in shuffle mode.
- Tap Back twice to return to the main alarm settings screen.
- Tap Save to activate the alarm.
How to set a Spotify song as an alarm on iPhone
iOS does not allow native Spotify integration with the built-in Clock app. You must use a third-party app such as Alarmify, MusicClock, or Alarm Clock for Spotify Songs. These apps connect to your Spotify account and let you select a song or playlist as your alarm sound. Note that many of these apps require a Spotify Premium subscription for full-length songs or specific song selection. Free versions typically offer only 30-second song clips or limited functionality.
Troubleshooting your Spotify alarm
If your Spotify alarm does not sound, check these common issues:
- Spotify Premium requirement: To use a specific song as your alarm on Android, you need a Spotify Premium subscription. Free users can only use playlists or albums in shuffle mode.
- App permissions: Ensure the Clock app has permission to access Spotify. On Android, go to Settings > Apps > Clock > Permissions and verify that storage and notifications are allowed.
- Alarm volume: Make sure your device's alarm volume is turned up and not set to silent or vibrate only.
- Internet connection: Spotify alarms require an active internet connection to stream the song. Check that Wi-Fi or mobile data is enabled.
- App updates: Keep both the Spotify app and your Clock app updated to the latest versions.
- Background activity: On Android, ensure Spotify is allowed to run in the background. Go to Settings > Apps > Spotify > Battery and select "Unrestricted" or "Optimize for performance."
If you're using a Spotify Family plan, you might wonder about Spotify family address verification. Spotify verifies your address through the account owner's location data and may occasionally ask for confirmation to ensure all members live together.
