How to Get Spotify CarPlay and Fix Issues

Can you use Spotify on Apple CarPlay? Yes. Spotify music can be used on Apple CarPlay. As a controller for the iPhone, CarPlay certainly meets the needs of people while driving. Spotify CarPlay integration allows people to listen to music, make phone calls and send messages with their iPhones. To listen to Spotify's music content in the car, iOS device users just need a few clicks.

In this article, we'll show you how to add Spotify to Apple CarPlay. You will also learn how to fix problems of CarPlay Spotify not working/not showing/screen blank. Finally, there is an alternative way to help use Spotify in Apple CarPlay offline without Premium.

• Part 1. Does Spotify Work on Apple CarPlay
• Part 2. How to Get Spotify on Apple CarPlay
• Part 3. How to Fix CarPlay Spotify Not Working/Showing/Screen Blank
• 1. Reset and Update the Infotainment System
• 2. Update Your iPhone and Spotify
• 3. Verify that Siri Is On
• 4. Disable Screen Time Limit
• 5. Disable the Battery Saver Setting
• 6. Allow CarPlay while Locked
• 7. Force Stop Spotify
• 8. Remove Spotify and Add it to Apple CarPlay Again
• 9. Clear Spotify Cache
• 10. Uninstall & Reinstall Spotify
• Part 4. Best Way to Play Apple CarPlay Spotify Offline👍
• Part 5. FAQs about Spotify CarPlay
• Part 6. In Conclusion

Part 1. Does Spotify Work on Apple CarPlay

Does Spotify work with Apple Carplay? Yes, Apple CarPlay allows you to play Spotify in the car. If you search for the answer to this kind of question, you can know exactly now. With Spotify installed on your iPhone and connected to your CarPlay-enabled vehicle, you can use the Spotify app directly through the CarPlay function. The Apple Carplay Spotify function allows you to browse your playlists, search for songs, and control playback by using the CarPlay touchscreen or voice commands with Siri. It can play Spotify music for you so you can focus on your driving and let your iPhone lie down.

To use Spotify with Apple CarPlay simultaneously, please make sure you have the latest version of the Spotify app and your iPhone should run iOS 7.1 or higher.

Part 2. How to Get Spotify on Apple CarPlay

Here you can learn how to get Spotify on Apple Carplay in the car. Also, you can get how to control Spotify Carplay via Siri and the features of Spotify in Apple CarPlay.

How to Add Spotify to Apple CarPlay

Step 1. Sign in to the Spotify app on your iPhone.

Step 2. Link your iPhone with a CarPlay-compatible stereo through USB.

Step 3. Click "Settings" > "General" > "CarPlay" on your iPhone to select your car.

Step 4. Play songs from Spotify on stereo display or via voice command with Siri.

How to Control Spotify with Apple CarPlay via Siri

After connecting the car to your iPhone, you should enable the Siri function to ask Siri to play Spotify on Apple CarPlay. On your iPhone device, please go to "Settings" > "Siri & Search" > "Listen for Hey Siri". Then you can say "Hey Siri, play [song's name] on Spotify" when you drive.

Features of Apple CarPlay Spotify:

✔ Voice Commands: Utilize Siri for hands-free control by using voice commands like "Hey Siri, play my Spotify liked songs".

✔ Browse Your Library: View your Spotify library, including playlists, albums, and songs easily.

✔ Playback Control: Play, pause, skip tracks, or go back using your car's controls or the CarPlay interface.

✔ Offline Playback: If you've downloaded music for offline listening on your Spotify app, you can access these offline playlists through CarPlay. To listen to Spotify music offline, you need to tap "Your Library" > "Settings" and switch "Offline mode" on.

Part 3. How to Fix CarPlay Spotify Not Working/Showing/Screen Blank

It is convenient to use Spotify in the car with Apple CarPlay. However, many users have reported that they have encountered Spotify CarPlay issues, like Spotify not playing on Apple CarPlay, CarPlay not displaying Spotify or CarPlay Spotify black screen. So, we are here to help you solve the problem.

1. Reset and Update the Infotainment System

The best starting point for dealing with any technical issues is to restart your device. Likewise, if you experience any issues with Apple CarPlay Spotify, restart your car. If you don't know how to do this, check your vehicle's manual about completely restarting the infotainment system.

2. Update Your iPhone and Spotify

The latest Spotify app addresses many minor issues, including issues with Apple CarPlay. So, you can check if there is an update available for the Spotify app. You need to make sure that the Spotify app is up to date.

Also, if your iOS device is using an outdated version, then there might be some incompatibility issues. So, you'd better check if your device's software is up-to-date as well.

To update the Spotify app, go to the App Store and search for Spotify, and then you'll see "UPDATE" if there's an available version.

To update your iOS, go to the Settings app and then find "Software Update". Once you click on it, it will automatically check for available updates for you. Once found, download and install it.

3. Verify that Siri is On

If the Spotify CarPlay not working problem is with Siri, you can first turn it off and then open it. To do this:

Step 1. On your iPhone, launch the "Settings" app.

Step 2. Find "Siri & Search" and then you will see the option of "Listen for Hey Siri".

Step 3. Turn it off and then wait for 20-30 seconds.

Step 4. Turn on "Listen for Hey Siri".

4. Disable Screen Time Limit

If you have accidentally disabled Apple CarPlay, then the problem of Apple CarPlay Spotify not working will occur. Also, if there are some restrictions on your iPhone, then CarPlay won't work normally. Here is how to disable the screen time limit of Apple CarPlay on your iPhone.

Step 1. Go to "Settings" on your iPhone.

Step 2. Find the "Screen time" option and then turn it off.

Step 3. Tap "Content & Privacy Restrictions" and then "Allowed Apps".

Step 4. Choose the "CarPlay" option and allow it.

5. Disable the Battery Saver Setting

Similarly, the low power saving setting may be the reason why Apple CarPlay Spotify not working. So, you should disable the battery saver setting to fix the problem.

Step 1. Open "Settings" and then go to the "Battery" option.

Step 2. Turn off the option of "Lower Power Mode".

6. Allow CarPlay while Locked

The option of "allow CarPlay while locked" should be enabled or you will get into trouble with Spotify not showing on CarPlay. To do this, open Settings and then tap on "General" and find "CarPlay". Turn on "Allow CarPlay While Locked".

7. Force Stop Spotify

Force-stop your Spotify also is a good idea to fix the issue between Spotify and Apple CarPlay. Unlike on Android, there's no direct way to force-quit Spotify on your iPhone. If an app on iOS operates in the background, there isn't a manual method to stop it. However, you can cease the playback of the current track by removing Spotify from the App Switcher screen.

To accomplish this, swipe up from the bottom of your iPhone and release your finger in the center of the screen. Once you see the App Switcher, please swipe rightwards to find Spotify and swipe Spotify upwards to close it.

8. Remove Spotify and Re-add it to Apple CarPlay

When you find Spotify has no sound or has other problems on CarPlay, you can delete Spotify from your car and then add it again.

Tap "Settings" > "General" > "CarPlay" and select your connected car. Then find "Spotify" to "Delete". After this step, you need to add it to your Apple CarPlay again.

9. Clear Spotify Cache

Try to clean your Spotify cache for a better experience to enjoy music from Spotify to Apple CarPlay.

Step 1. Open your iPhone's "Settings" and select "General".

Step 2. Tap on the "iPhone Storage" option.

Step 3. Locate "Spotify" in the list. Alternatively, click on the "Show All" button if Spotify isn't immediately visible.

Step 4. Press the "Offload App" button to free up the storage space of Spotify.

10. Uninstall & Reinstall Spotify

Maybe your Spotify has some unknown problems that make your Apple CarPlay cannot play it. Due to Spotify issues, you can uninstall Spotify and reinstall it on your iPhone again.

Step 1. Navigate to the "Settings" section on your phone and select "General" > "iPhone Storage".

Step 2. In this step, locate Spotify in the list of installed apps and tap on it. Then, select "Delete App". Confirm the deletion of Spotify when prompted.

Part 4. Best Way to Use Spotify on Apple CarPlay Offline without Premium

If you cannot get the problem of Spotify Apple CarPlay resolved, then you can use an alternative way to add Spotify to CarPlay. That is, you can use DRmare Spotify Music Converter to download Spotify music and then listen to it offline on Apple CarPlay in your car. It's more convenient because it allows you to listen to Spotify in your car without using your iPhone. Also, it doesn't require a Spotify account. And you will no longer need to be connected to the internet.

DRmare Spotify Music Converter can download and convert Spotify music to MP3, FLAC, and other audio files locally. All the ID3 tags and the original sound quality will be kept. You can listen to Spotify offline without Spotify Premium. You can also transfer the downloaded music files to your car or any other device.

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How to Add Spotify to Apple CarPlay for Listening Offline without Problem

Now let's have a look at how to get Spotify on Apple CarPlay without using an iPhone.

Step 1Load Spotify Tracks to DRmare

Install the DRmare Spotify Music Converter on your computer and open it. The Spotify app will be launched at the same time. Now you can see a clean interface. Select the songs from Spotify for conversion. Drag them directly to the conversion window. Or you can paste their links to the interface after you copy them. Then click the button "+" to import the Spotify tracks. You are allowed to upload more than one song for conversion in batches.

Step 2Set Output Parameters for Apple CarPlay

Press on the "menu" on the top-right of the interface. Then choose "Preference" and click on "Convert". You can reset the output format and the channel, bit rate, and sample rate. Hitting the "Converted" button on the bottom, you are permitted to choose the folder for output files. In addition, the DRmare Spotify Music Converter also allows you to archive output tracks by Artist or Album and set the conversion speed as 1X to make it more stable.

Step 3Convert Songs from Spotify for Apple CarPlay

Tap on the button "Convert" on the right of the bottom. Then the DRmare software will begin to convert the Spotify files to ordinary ones. So you can play them without a network in your car. After the Spotify songs are all converted, you can locate the files in the output folder. You will find that the information of the songs like title, album cover, group, composer, genre, year, etc. is all kept. You can easily identify them and listen to them as you like in your list.

Step 4Use Spotify on Apple CarPlay

Now you can connect Spotify files to Apple CarPlay. Just run iTunes on the desktop. Then click "Add file to library" on the menu and select the converted Spotify songs on your PC. This will allow you to upload Spotify music to Apple Music for your playback on Apple CarPlay. Besides, you can find other compatible players for Apple CarPlay to listen to Spotify songs offline in your car.

Part 5. FAQs about Spotify Apple CarPlay

Q1: Does Spotify Work on Apple CarPlay?

A: Yes, Apple CarPlay now supports Spotify. You can do all the things you want to do with your iPhone. You can listen to Spotify, make calls, send messages, and more in the car without interruption.

Q2: Why Doesn't Spotify Play on CarPlay?

A: Maybe your Spotify app or infotainment system is outdated. Or you have disabled some features that prevent Apple CarPlay Spotify from working. Follow the steps above to fix the problem. If these don't work, try using Spotify on Apple CarPlay with the DRmare Spotify Music Converter. It allows you to listen to Spotify in your car without your phone, even offline.

Q3: How Do I Get Spotify with Apple CarPlay?

A: You can follow the steps we mentioned to play Spotify music on Apple CarPlay.

Q4: How Do I Turn on Car Mode on Spotify?

A: First, pair your iPhone with your car via Bluetooth. Then, open Spotify, click "Settings" and then click "Car". Enable "Car View", and you're done.

Q5: Which Phones Are Compatible with Apple CarPlay for Playing Spotify?

A: You can find a clear answer at https://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/. iPhone 15/Plus/Pro/Pro Max and more can connect to CarPlay.

Q6: Is My Car Support Apple CarPlay to Play Spotify?

A: Please click here to get available car supporting Apple CarPlay.

Q7: How to Solve Apple CarPlay Spotify No Sound or Low Volume?

A: If you experience low volume or no sound when using Apple CarPlay with Spotify, there are a few troubleshooting steps you can try.

🔈 Adjust Car Stereo Volume: Increase the sound volume using the knobs on your car stereo or steering wheel.

🔈 iPhone Volume Settings: Ensure that the volume on your iPhone is turned up.

🔈 Toggle Sound Check Off: If the volume level varies between sources, turn off Sound Check on your iPhone. Please go to "Settings" > "Music" and then toggle "Sound Check" off to solve.

Part 6. In Conclusion

You can easily play Spotify on Apple CarPlay once you connect your iPhone to your car. However, many users have encountered issues here and there. If you want to play Spotify with Apple CarPlay without problems or Premium, you can use the DRmare Spotify Music Converter. It allows you to enjoy Spotify music on Apple CarPlay offline without a phone. Besides, you can use Spotify in your car without any Spotify CarPlay issues.