Google Home not playing music when asked
Google Home can't play music because either no music service is set up, the speaker volume is muted, or your device has no permission to use your music account. Check the volume, set a default music service, and make sure you're logged in. this fixes it fast.
When Google Home stops playing music, it's because you haven't set a default music service like Spotify or YouTube Music, the speaker is muted, or your Google account lost connection to the music app. We'll set up your music service, check the volume, and make sure everything is connected.
- ✓Check the volume on your Google Home speaker or in the Google Home app
- ✓Check that at least one music service is set up in the Google Home app
- ✓Try saying 'Play music from Spotify' with the service name to see if that works
- ✓Check that you're signed into a Google account in the Google Home app
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Skip, I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Setting up a music service in the app but forgetting to set it as the default. Google Home will ask which service to use every time
- Not realizing the volume is muted or too low and thinking your device is broken
Signs you need professional help
- If you've linked a music service and set it as default but Google Home still won't play music, there is an account or streaming issue. Get in touch and we'll help.
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