How to set Spotify to French (iPhone, Android, PC)

Spotify displaying in English (or another language) is often a minor detail... until you're looking for a specific setting and can't find anything. The good news is that in most cases, changing Spotify to French can be done in a matter of seconds.

In this guide, we see:

• Why does Spotify sometimes change languages?
• How to switch Spotify back to French on iPhone, Android, Windows/Mac, and on the web.
• Solutions if Spotify remains stuck in English,
• and how to optimize the cost of Spotify Premium if you use it every day.

Why is Spotify no longer available in French?

In most cases, Spotify uses the language:

• system (the primary language of your phone/computer),
• or sometimes the application (depending on version and platform),
• more rarely, a mixture of "app language" and "content language" (titles, podcasts, recommendations).

Result: after an update, a change of phone, a new profile, or a modified system setting, Spotify may switch to English.

Set Spotify to French on iPhone (iOS)

On iPhone, Spotify often follows the language set for the app (if available) or the system language.

1) Check the language of the Spotify app (iOS setting)

1. Open Settings (iPhone).
2. Scroll down to Spotify.
3. Tap Language.
4. Select English.
5. Close Spotify completely, then restart the app.

If the "Language" option does not appear, iOS will use the system language (see below).

2) Check the language of the iOS system

1. Go to Settings → General → Language & Region.
2. Verify that English is the primary language.
3. Restart Spotify (or your phone if necessary).

Set Spotify to French on Android

On Android, Spotify generally uses the phone's language. Depending on the Android version, you can also set the language per application.

1) Change the phone's language

1. Open Android Settings.
2. Go to System (or Global Management) → Languages and Input → Languages.
3. Put French first.
4. Restart Spotify.

2) Change the language of Spotify only (if your Android device offers this option)

On certain devices/versions:

1. Settings → Apps → Spotify.
2. Search for Language (or Application Language).
3. Select English.
4. Restart Spotify.

Set Spotify to French on PC (Windows/Mac)

On computers, Spotify often follows the system language, but the application may also remain "frozen" if it has not been restarted properly after a change.

1) Check the system language (recommended)

• Windows: Settings → Time and language → Language and region → English
• Mac: System Preferences → General → Language & Region → English

Next:

1. Exit Spotify completely (not just the window).
2. Restart Spotify.

2) If Spotify remains in English: restart + update

• Make sure Spotify is up to date.
• Restart the computer.
• If necessary, uninstall/reinstall the app (see section "frequent problems").

Set Spotify to French on Spotify Web (browser)

On the web player, the language depends mainly on:

• the language of your browser,
• and sometimes the language of your account/session.

To do:

1. Check the language settings in your browser (Chrome/Firefox/Safari).
2. Sign out of Spotify Web.
3. Reconnect.
4. Refresh the page (Ctrl+F5 / Cmd+Shift+R).

Spotify in English despite everything: common problems and solutions

1) Spotify returns to English after an update

• Force the app to close, then restart it.
• Verify that English is the primary language of the system (or app, if available).
• On iPhone: Check Settings → Spotify → Language.

2) You are using a VPN (or a different country)

A VPN can influence certain preferences or content (including podcasts and recommendations). This is less common for the interface language, but if you notice any strange behavior:

• disable the VPN,
• Restart Spotify.
• Log back into your account.

3) Corrupted cache / app "frozen"

When nothing is moving, the most effective thing to do is often to "clean up":

• Android: Settings → Apps → Spotify → Storage → Clear cache
• iPhone: there is no universal system cache button; the cleanest solution is often to uninstall and then reinstall (after checking your credentials).
• PC: disconnect/reconnect, then reinstall if necessary.

4) The interface is in French, but the content remains in English.

Two common cases:

• Your podcasts and recommendations are influenced by your history.
• Your language of discovery can evolve with what you listen to.

Simple solution:

• Listen to more French-language content for a few days.
• Follow playlists and podcasts in FR,
• Ensure that your system region/language settings are consistent.

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FAQ – Setting Spotify to French

Why doesn't Spotify display French?

Most often, Spotify follows the system language (or the language set for the app on certain platforms). An iOS/Android change, an update, or a new device can switch the interface.

How do I switch Spotify back to French on my iPhone?

Go to Settings → Spotify → Language → French, then restart Spotify. If the option does not appear, check Settings → General → Language and Region.

How do I change the language on Spotify for Android?

Set French as the main language on your phone. If your Android device offers this option, you can also set the language for each app in the Spotify settings.

Spotify remains in English on PC: what can I do?

Check the system language, then completely exit Spotify and restart it. If that doesn't work: update, restart, then reinstall.

Key points to remember

• In most cases, Spotify switches to French by aligning the system language (or the app language on iPhone/Android if available).
• If Spotify remains in English: completely restart, clear cache, log out/log back in, then reinstall.
• If you use Spotify Premium very often, optimizing the cost through co-subscription (e.g., with Spliiit) can make a real difference to your monthly budget.

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