From a few days, Spotify users have been reporting an error that blocks the ability to use Spotify due to internet connection error. The error is showcased as “No internet connection detected. Spotify will automatically try to reconnect when it detects an internet connection.” It is really disappointing and irritating mostly for paid users who spend money on subscriptions and end up having these kinds of errors.
Don’t worry as in this article, we have solved the problem with a lot of great fixes to the same. Before we even start let us know more about the error.
What is error code 4 on the streaming service?
In most of the cases, this error is a reason of wrong internet settings including proxy and DNS settings. Also, this error might be a reason of software compatibility issue.
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Some fixes to Spotify Error
1. Checking for Windows Firewall
If Spotify is not set as an exception in Windows Firewall, the problem may arise because it blocks all the services and processes. To add an exception, follow all the steps below.
- Open Control Panel.
- Now, click the windows defender firewall.
- Get into allow an app or feature through windows defender firewall.
- Now, check the Spotify.
- If it is not checked, click change settings and all both the columns.
See if the problem is solved.
2. Disabling the Antivirus
Many antivirus software has been reported for blocking services connected to music players due to security issues of speaker access. To know if your antivirus software is causing the issue, temporary disable the antivirus and check if the Spotify app is working.
If it is working, contact the manufacturer regarding the problem. If it is not working, move on to the next fix.
3. Change DNS settings
Some machines are not able to access the database due to the default DNS settings on the computer. We suggest you switching to Google Public DNS service. Just follow the steps below.
- On keyboard, press windows +R.
- It will open the Run dialog box.
- Type ncpa.cpl.
- Press Enter.
- In the new window, right-click the Ethernet option (or Wi-Fi).
- Select Properties.
- In the window, click the Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4).
- Select the Use the following DNS server addresses.
- Enter 8.8.8 for Preferred server and 8.8.4.4 for Alternate DNS server which is ideal.
- Click ok.
Restart the computer and check if the problem is solved.
4. Changing the proxy settings
If none of the above methods work, try following these steps.
- Open the Spotify app.
- Select the Show advanced settings.
- Move to proxy settings and select the auto detect option.
- Now, click Update proxy.
Final Option | Conclusion
At last, when no options are left and the problem is still not fixed, reinstall the Spotify app from the Windows app store.
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