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How to Connect Alexa to Apple Music

To connect Alexa to Apple Music, open the Alexa app and tap the three-line icon at the bottom of the screen. Then go to “Settings > Music & Podcasts” and tap “Link New Service > Apple Music.” Finally, follow the on-screen instructions to sign in to Apple and link your account to Alexa.

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  1. Open the Alexa app.
  2. Tap the three-line icon at the bottom of the screen.
  3. Select “Settings.”
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  4. Go to “Music & Podcasts.” You will need to scroll down to see this option under “Alexa Preferences.”
  5. Tap “Link New Service.”

    Note: Make sure you have selected the correct user tab at the top of the screen.

    How to Connect Alexa to Apple Music
  6. Select “Apple Music.” If you don’t see Apple Music listed, it means you already have the streaming service connected to Alexa. However, that doesn’t mean it’s your default streaming service. To find out how to make Alexa play Apple Music, skip to the next section below.   
  7. Tap “Enable to Use.”
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  8. Sign in to your Apple account. Once you enter your password, tap the arrow icon to the right to continue.

    Note: You will be asked to verify your account by entering a six-digit code. You might receive this code on your Mac or another Apple device. If not, you will receive the code on your smartphone, and you’ll need to memorize it, tap “OK,” and then enter the code on the same device.

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  9. Select “Trust.”
  10. Tap “Continue.”
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  11. Finally, tap “Done.” Once you connect Apple Music, you should see a message to make it your default streaming service. To do this, tap “Visit Music Settings.”
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How to Make Apple Music Your Default Music Streaming Service on Alexa

To change the default music streaming service on Alexa to Apple Music, open the Alexa app and tap the three-line icon at the bottom of your screen. Then go to “Settings > Music & Podcasts” and tap “[Username] Default Services.” Finally, tap “Change” and select Apple Music.

How to Make Apple Music Your Default Music Streaming Service on Alexa

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Updated on November 22, 2025
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