FIX
Spotify link opens in the browser instead of the app? Here's the fix for artists.
Quick answer
Social apps open Spotify links in an in-app browser where fans aren't signed in, so saves and follows don't happen. Share a Spotify app link instead: on Android it opens the Spotify app; on iPhone inside Instagram or Facebook fans need ••• → Open in external browser.
Why it happens
- The in-app browser isn't signed in to Spotify.
- Fans can't save, follow or add to a playlist without signing in again.
- An open.spotify.com link doesn't hand off to the Spotify app from inside another app.
If you tapped the link (viewer fix)
- Tap ••• in the in-app browser.
- Choose Open in browser — Spotify then offers to open the app.
If you shared the link (creator fix)
- Paste your track, album, playlist or artist link into the generator below.
- Use the smart link in your bio, stories and pre-save posts.
- Track clicks by platform and city to plan releases and tours.
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Where app links work — honestly
| Platform | Android | iPhone |
|---|---|---|
| Instagram (bio, stories, DMs) | Opens the app | Opens the web page — Meta blocks automatic app hand-off for every link tool; viewers can tap ••• → Open in external browser |
| Opens the app | Opens the web page — Meta blocks automatic app hand-off for every link tool; viewers can tap ••• → Open in external browser | |
| TikTok (bio/organic) | Opens the app after TikTok's Open prompt | Two taps: ••• → Open in browser, then the app opens |
| X, LinkedIn, Messages, email, QR codes | Opens the app | Opens the app |
FAQ
Does it work for Apple Music too?
Yes — Apple Music has its own app link; see the Apple Music app opener.
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