The fastest way to cast Spotify to Chromecast

Open Spotify on your phone or tablet, find the song or playlist you want to play, then tap the Devices Available icon (it looks like a speaker with a WiFi symbol). Select your Chromecast device from the list. The audio will play through your TV's speakers or connected sound system instead of your phone's speaker.

This works on both Android and iOS. Your phone stays connected to the same WiFi network as your Chromecast — it acts as a remote control, not a speaker. You can lock your phone, switch apps, or even leave the room while Spotify keeps playing on your TV.

If you don't see the Devices Available icon, make sure Spotify is fully updated in your app store and your Chromecast is powered on and connected to WiFi.

Key Takeaways

  • The Devices Available icon in Spotify appears only when a Chromecast is on the same WiFi network as your phone.
  • Your phone controls playback but does not need to stay open — Spotify continues playing on your TV even if you switch apps or lock the screen.
  • You can cast from Spotify's free or Premium account; the feature works the same way for both.
  • If casting fails, restart your Chromecast by unplugging it for 10 seconds, then check that your phone and Chromecast are on the same WiFi band.

Where to find the Devices Available button

The Devices Available icon sits in the bottom-right corner of the Now Playing screen in Spotify. Tap any song to open that screen, and you'll see it next to the volume slider. On some phones it appears as a small speaker icon with curved lines; on others it's labeled "Devices".

If the icon is grayed out or missing entirely, your phone and Chromecast are not on the same WiFi network. Move closer to your router, forget the WiFi network on your phone and reconnect, or restart your Chromecast by unplugging it for 10 seconds.

Once you tap Devices Available, a list appears showing every Chromecast, Google Home speaker, and compatible smart TV on your network. Select the one you want to use.

What happens after you select your Chromecast

Spotify sends the audio stream directly to your Chromecast. Your phone becomes a remote — you can pause, skip, change volume, or switch songs from the Spotify app, but the actual audio comes from your TV or speaker, not your phone.

The song title, artist name, and album art appear on your TV screen while the music plays. You can swipe down on your phone to see what's playing and control it from the lock screen without opening Spotify again.

To stop casting, tap the Devices Available icon again and select your phone. Spotify will switch the audio back to your phone's speaker.

Casting from a computer or web browser

You can also cast Spotify from a Windows or Mac computer using Google Chrome. Open Spotify in a Chrome tab, click the three-dot menu in the top-right corner of the browser, and select Cast. Choose your Chromecast device from the list that appears.

The web version of Spotify (spotify.com) works the same way. Your computer stays connected to WiFi but does not need to stay in focus — you can minimize the browser or switch to another window and Spotify keeps playing on your TV.

To stop casting from a computer, click the Cast icon again and select Stop casting.

Why casting sometimes fails and how to fix it

The most common reason casting fails is that your phone and Chromecast are on different WiFi networks. Some routers split into a 2.4 GHz band and a 5 GHz band — your phone might connect to one while your Chromecast connects to the other. Check your router's settings or move your Chromecast closer to the router to see if it switches bands.

If Spotify crashes or the connection drops, force-close the Spotify app completely (swipe it away from your recent apps list), then reopen it and try again. If your Chromecast is unresponsive, unplug it from power for 10 seconds, plug it back in, and wait for the light to stop blinking before you try casting again.

Outdated software can also block casting. Check that Spotify is updated in your phone's app store and that your Chromecast has the latest firmware by opening the Google Home app, tapping your Chromecast device, and looking for any pending updates.

Casting Spotify playlists and albums

You can cast any playlist, album, artist radio station, or individual song. Open the playlist or album in Spotify, tap the three-dot menu, and select Go to Song Radio or just start playing a track — the Devices Available icon will appear on the Now Playing screen.

If you create a queue of songs in Spotify, that queue casts to your Chromecast. You can add songs to the queue while casting, and they'll play in order on your TV.

Spotify Connect (the feature that lets you switch playback between devices) works across Chromecast, so if you're already playing music on your phone and want to move it to your TV, tap Devices Available and select your Chromecast. Playback picks up where it left off.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need Spotify Premium to cast to Chromecast?

No. Both free and Premium accounts can cast to Chromecast. The feature works the same way regardless of which account type you have.

Can I cast Spotify from an iPhone or iPad?

Yes. The Devices Available icon works on both iOS and Android. Make sure your iPhone or iPad is on the same WiFi network as your Chromecast, and the icon will appear in the Now Playing screen.

What if the Devices Available icon never shows up?

First, confirm your phone and Chromecast are on the same WiFi network by checking your router settings. Then restart your Chromecast by unplugging it for 10 seconds. If it still doesn't appear, update Spotify from your app store and restart your phone. If none of that works, your Chromecast may not support Spotify casting — older models sometimes have compatibility limits.

Can I cast Spotify to multiple Chromecast devices at once?

No. Spotify casts to one device at a time. If you want to play music in multiple rooms, you'll need to cast to one Chromecast, stop it, then cast to another.

Does my phone have to stay unlocked while Spotify plays on Chromecast?

No. Once you cast to your Chromecast, you can lock your phone, switch apps, or put it in your pocket. Spotify will keep playing on your TV. Your phone is just a remote control at that point.