On Wednesday, Spotify experienced significant technical difficulties, leaving numerous users unable to access the music streaming service. Reports indicated that the outage began at approximately 6:20 AM EDT.

A spokesperson from Spotify confirmed, “As of 11:45 AM EDT, Spotify is back up and functioning normally.” Users were advised to check the Spotify Status account on X (formerly Twitter) for further updates.

Extent of the Outage

During the outage, over 48,000 users reported issues through Downdetector.com, which monitors real-time app disruptions. The problems primarily affected the Spotify app, and users faced disruptions in audio streaming and website access, particularly in the U.S. and parts of Europe.

Despite initial speculations, a Spotify representative denied any links between the outage and cyberattacks. The company assured users that corrective actions were being implemented swiftly.

By midday, the Spotify Status account announced, “All clear – thanks for your patience,” indicating that operations had returned to normal.

User Reactions

While the platform was resolving these issues, many frustrated users took to social media to express their grievances. One user remarked, “Messing with my morning man!!,” highlighting the disruption to their daily routine.

Complaints varied, with some users unable to listen to music at all while others encountered glitches during playback.

About Spotify

Founded in 2008, Spotify has grown into one of the leading music streaming services worldwide, boasting over 675 million users. Despite occasional glitches, the platform remains popular for its extensive music library and user-friendly interface.