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How To Fix Spotify Bad Gateway Error 502

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Do you hear that? Nothing, right? Looks like Spotify isn’t working; in fact, you’re getting a Bad Gateway error. It isn’t anything you did, but there is a way to fix it. Here’s everything you need to know on how to fix Spotify’s Bad Gateway Error 502.

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How To Fix Bad Gateway Error 502 in Spotify

When it comes to fixing the 502 Bad Gateway error in Spotify, you’ll have to clear the cache. This can be done in both the mobile app and desktop app. We’ve got the steps for both:

  1. Double-check that Spotify’s servers are running.

    Sadly, Spotify doesn’t have an official server status page, but you still have a few resources you can look into. Thankfully, we have a handy guide on how to check if Spotify is down.

  2. Clearing the cache from Spotify’s mobile app.

    Fire up the app and open Settings; it’s the cog in the top-right corner. Scroll down to Clear Cache, select it, and then select Clear Cache again to confirm.How To Fix Spotify Bad Gateway Error 502 on mobile app

  3. Clearing the cache from Spotify’s desktop app.

    Launch Spotify and open Settings; it’s the three dots in the top-left corner. In the drop-down menu, hover over Edit and choose Preferences. Now, go down to Storage; click Clear Cache, then click Clear Cache again to confirm.How To Fix Spotify Bad Gateway Error 502 on desktop app

And that’s all there is to fixing the Spotify’s Bad Gateway Error 502. Unfortunately, if clearing your cache didn’t do the trick, then you’re experiencing a network issue that isn’t related to you. The only solution is to give it some time.

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Brady Klinger-Meyers

Brady is a Freelance Writer at Twinfinite. Though he's been at the site for only a year, Brady has been covering video games, and the industry itself, for the past three years. He focuses on new releases, Diablo 4, Roblox, and every RPG he can get his hands on. When Brady isn't focused on gaming, he's toiling away on another short story.

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