Want to stop Alexa from defaulting to Amazon Music? This guide provides two solutions: changing the default music service and unlinking your Amazon Music account from Alexa. Learn how to disable Amazon Music on your Alexa device easily.
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Changing Alexa’s Default Music Service
Amazon Music is tightly integrated with Alexa, making it the default music service. However, you can switch to other platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, or Pandora. Here’s how:
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Open the Alexa App: Launch the Alexa app on your smartphone or tablet.
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Access Settings: Tap the “More” button (three horizontal lines) at the bottom right, then select “Settings.”
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Navigate to Music & Podcasts: Scroll down to “Alexa Preferences” and tap on “Music & Podcasts.”
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Change Default Services: Under “Account Settings,” select “Default Services.” This displays your default music and podcast providers.
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Choose Your Preferred Service: Select your desired music service (e.g., Spotify, Apple Music).
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Confirmation: Your chosen service is now the default. When you ask Alexa to play music, it will use this service instead of Amazon Music. You can also use voice commands like, “Alexa, set Spotify as my default music service.”
Unlinking Your Amazon Music Account
If Alexa still defaults to Amazon Music after changing the default service, unlinking your Amazon Music account might be necessary. Follow these steps:
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Open the Alexa App: Open the Alexa app on your device.
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Go to Settings: Tap “More” and then “Settings.”
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Find Music & Podcasts: Scroll down and tap on “Music & Podcasts.”
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Disable Amazon Music: Locate “Amazon Music” in the list of linked services. Tap on it and select “Disable Skill” or “Unlink Account.” This will remove the connection between Amazon Music and your Alexa device.
By following these methods, you can successfully disable Amazon Music on Alexa and enjoy your preferred music platform. Remember to check for updates to the Alexa app, as the interface may change slightly over time.
