Spotify users on Android are reporting a fresh wave of performance issues with the app. According to numerous posts across social media platforms and online forums, the Spotify app has begun freezing and crashing unexpectedly, often without any clear cause. The problem is particularly frustrating for those who rely on Spotify for daily music streaming.
Spotify has acknowledged the issue in an official support document, confirming that its engineers are investigating the unexpected crashes affecting Android users. However, there’s currently no timeline for when a fix might arrive. The company hasn’t provided a detailed explanation either, leaving users with limited troubleshooting options.
Early reports suggest that the problem may be connected to certain Wi-Fi networks. Spotify’s support page mentions that some users have found temporary relief by disconnecting from Wi-Fi and switching to mobile data. If your app frequently crashes, it might be worth trying that quick fix while waiting for an update.
A Fix Is in the Works
The timing is notable — the issue surfaced just weeks after Spotify finally rolled out its long-awaited lossless audio streaming feature. Though unlikely to be related, the overlap has drawn extra attention from users. Spotify’s support notes indicate that most complaints come from Samsung and Google Pixel owners. In particular, some Samsung users began noticing crashes only after upgrading to One UI 8, the company’s latest software update.
Several forum posts also point to a potential link between the app’s instability and Wi-Fi networks connected to smart speakers, such as Google Home devices. Due to the wide variety of user setups and network configurations, pinpointing the root cause may take Spotify’s engineering team some time.
In the meantime, those eager for uninterrupted listening might consider exploring alternatives. YouTube Music recently began testing an AI DJ feature similar to Spotify’s, and Apple Music continues to gain traction with steady improvements to its audio quality and user experience.
