With millions of active users, Spotify is the best music streaming service out there. It is the go-to place to enjoy tracks of your favorite genres for free. However, like any other application, it can run into issues from time to time.

The nondescriptive error "Something went wrong" is one of many problems users are facing lately with Spotify. Fortunately, it's pretty easy to get rid of this error message. Try the solutions below to eliminate the problem for good.

What Causes the "Something Went Wrong" Error on Spotify?

The error message pops up on playing music on Spotify. Although there isn't any specific reason behind the issue, below are all the possible culprits that can trigger the error message.

  1. The error message can appear due to a server outage.
  2. The "something went wrong" error on Spotify can result from an outdated app version.
  3. If you are using a VPN service to stream music on Spotify, you are most likely to deal with the problem in the question.

Now that you are aware of all the possible reasons behind the issue, let's check out how to fix it.

1. Restart Spotify

Let's begin with the most basic but effective workaround, restart. The error message can appear due to a temporary glitch in the application. If this is the case, restarting the application is the best thing you can try.

So, go through the restart process and check if it fixes the issue.

2. Check Spotify Server Status

Like any other application, Spotify servers can go down from time to time. During this phase, you will face different issues upon accessing the platform.

So, it's better to check server status before getting into the technical solutions. You can check the Spotify server status by going through the below steps.

  1. Open a browser, and visit Downdetector's official website.
  2. In the search bar, type Spotify and press Enter.
  3. The following window will show the Spotify current server status.
    Downdetector Spotify Server Status

Alternatively, you can visit Spotify's Twitter page to know about any ongoing problems with the application.

3. Try Logging Into Spotify Again

Sometimes apps like Spotify can behave strangely due to in-app bugs. In this situation, consider going through the login process again to fix the issue.

Here's how you can log in again to Spotify.

  1. Launch the Spotify app, and click on the drop-down icon next to your profile name.
  2. Choose Logout from the context menu.
    Spotify Log Out Option
  3. Relaunch the app and log in again by entering your credentials.

4. Turn Off Your VPN

VPN is an excellent utility via which you can access all those websites that are restricted in your area. But like anything else, it has its own shares of downsides.

The problem in the discussion can appear if you are connected to a VPN server. As a solution, disable the VPN and check if it fixes the issue.

5. Switch to a Private Session

Spotify comes with a private session feature that allows you to listen to music anonymously. It makes sure that none of your Spotify followers can know what you are listening to.

If the error message appears due to a temporary glitch in the application, you can switch to the private session to resolve the issue. Here's how to do it.

  1. Open the Spotify app.
  2. Click on the drop-down icon next to the profile name.
  3. From the context menu, choose the Private session option.
    Spotify Private Session option

Check if you are now able to play tracks without any error. If not, try the next solution on the list.

6. Clear the Spotify Cache Data

Similar to any other application, Spotify stores cache data as well. The cache data helps Spotify to offer a faster and smoother experience the next time you visit the platform. But if the cache data gets corrupt for some reason, you will face different issues, including the one in the discussion.

To solve the problem, you will have to clear Spotify cache data. Here's how to do it.

  1. Open the File Explorer using Win + E hotkeys.
  2. Navigate to C: > Users > YourUserName.
  3. Click on the View option at the top of the window.
  4. Hover the cursor to Show and checkmark the Hidden items option.
    Windows View option
  5. Head towards AppData > Local > Packages > SpotifyAB.SpotifyMusic_zpdnekdrzrea0 > LocalCache.
  6. Open the Spotify folder.
    Spotify cache folder
  7. Select everything inside, right-click and choose the Delete option.

If you've downloaded the app from Spotify's official website, follow the below steps to clear the cache data.

  1. Open the Run dialogue box, type %appdata%, and press Enter.
  2. Right-click on the Spotify folder, and choose the Delete option from the context menu.

Reboot the system and check if the problem continues.

7. Clear the DNS Cache Data

Flushing DNS Cache in Windows Command Prompt

The next solution on the list is to clear the DNS cache data. You can do it by following the below steps.

  1. Open Command Prompt using one of the many ways to open the command prompt in Windows 11.
  2. Type the following command and press the Enter.
            ipconfig /flushdns
        

Once the command is successfully executed, you will see the message "Windows IP Configuration. Successfully flushed the DNS Resolver Cache."

8. Reset Your Network

Network reset setting in Windows 11

The "something went wrong" error will appear if there's an ongoing issue with your current network. In this situation, you can reset the network to solve the problem.

Network reset will reinstall all the network drivers and set other networking components back to the original settings. Here's how to reset the network on Windows 11.

  1. Open Settings using Win + I.
  2. Choose Network & Internet from the left pane.
  3. Navigate to Advanced network settings > Network reset.
  4. Click on Reset now next to Network reset.
  5. Confirm your selection by clicking on Yes on the confirmation prompt.

9. Reinstall the Spotify App

If you're still facing the problem in the discussion, consider reinstalling the Spotify app. Here's how to do it.

  1. Launch the Start menu, type Spotify, and click on Uninstall from the right pane.
    Spotify Uninstall option
  2. Open Microsoft Store, type Spotify, and press Enter.
  3. Click on the Download option to begin the downloading process.

Enjoy Error Free Spotify Once Again

From romantic to hip hop, you can find music of almost all genres on Spotify. But if you encounter this "something went wrong" error, hopefully, one of the above fixes worked for you.