How To Fix Spotify Error Code 73

 

Spotify is a great music stream app - it works fine most of the time!

Nonetheless, there’s an error message that has been haunting Windows Spotify users lately: Spotify error code auth 73.

If you are trying to use the Spotify desktop app, it is possible that some error codes appear from time to time.

However, if this problem hasn’t disappeared, and you can’t listen to Spotify music as you want, then it’s time to do something.

Fortunately, we at GrowFollowing always know what to do whenever Spotify is not working, so keep reading to learn more about:

• How to fix Spotify error code 73;
• What does Spotify error code auth 73 mean?;
• Proven ways to get rid of this temporary bug and play music as soon as possible.

What Is Error Code 73 on Spotify?

Error code 73 on Spotify is a common bug that doesn’t let you play songs efficiently inside the Spotify music platform for Windows PCs.

There are other error messages that prevent you from playing music, such as “ Can’t Play This Right Now” and Spotify pausing by itself, but this time, we are talking about technical issues.

Since the problem happens between your PC’s Windows Operating System and the Spotify Desktop App, we need to get to the root cause of the problem to get Spotify from Windows working properly again,

How To Fix Spotify Error Code 73

Since the Spotify error code auth 73 happens due to problems between the Spotify App and Windows, the solutions for this matter are a little technical.

Worry not - we will explain them as simply as possible so you can listen to music on the Spotify app right away!

1. Change Spotify Proxy Server Settings

First of all, let’s look into Spotify Proxy Settings. Advanced settings on Spotify automatically choose a misconfigured proxy server.

If the proxy type is not working well, then we must edit these settings once and for all.

1. Open Spotify on your PC and go to Settings by clicking on your profile picture;
2. Scroll down a little bit and find the “Show Advanced Settings” option on the screen;
3. Select “Proxy Type” dropdown icon and change the settings to “No Proxy.”

From now on, you won’t use a proxy server anymore. Now, restart Spotify and see whether the error disappeared.

If after you change settings the error is still there, then move on to the next fix.

2. Turn Off Any Third-Party Proxy Application

If you use a proxy server provided by a third-party platform, then you should turn it off outside of Spotify’s settings menu.

1. Open Windows settings by using the Windows Icon + I shortcut key;
2. Go to the “Network Internet” section and select Proxy;
3. After you go to “Network Internet,” click on Modify Proxy Settings;
4. Turn off the Proxy and check if the app is not blocking Spotify anymore.

We know that you might use any third-party proxy server due to different reasons, but turning off the third-party proxy might be your best shot if you really want to use the Spotify app.

3. Allow Spotify on Windows Firewall Settings

Perhaps Windows Firewall is blocking Spotify from working as it should.

Therefore, we need to go to Windows Defender Firewall option and fix it ASAP:

1. Tap on the Windows Key and look for Windows Firewall;
2. Once you open it, look for Custom Firewall Settings and click on it;
3. Manually look for the Spotify App and put a checkmark on all little boxes.

Remember that you might need to enable Administrator Mode in order to make changes here.

Likewise, make sure that your Internet connection is working properly so you don’t mess things up.

4. Disable Third-Party VPN

VPNs work kind of like proxies, so turning an installed VPN application off might also be a good solution.

1. Go to Network Connection and Internet section on Windows;
2. Look for the VPN app option and click on it;
3. Select “Allow VPN over metered networks.”

Now, go back to the Spotify app and see if the error was solved.

5. Modify Hosts File on Windows

Changing the hosts’ file is something that should be done only if the aforementioned fixes don’t work. In order to change them, do the following:

1. Open the Notepad window on your PC, and press CTRL + O;
2. Look for “C:\Windows\System32\drivers\etc;”
3. Select All Files by clicking on the dropdown icon;
4. Select “Hosts” on system files, and delete it;
5. Save profile by tapping CTRL + S.

Then again, do not follow these steps if you managed to fix the Spotify app by following the aforementioned methods.

6. Use Spotify Through Mobile Hotspot

Perhaps your wireless network is messing with Spotify, and using another network might do the trick.

You can check if Wi-Fi is the problem by turning your phone into a mobile hotspot.

Simply turn on the mobile hotspot option on your device, launch Spotify, and see if it worked.

Otherwise, move on to the next fix.

7. Change Your Country or Region

Maybe you have an incorrect country or region on your account.

In this case, you must edit your profile settings on the Spotify app:

1. Open Spotify, and click on your profile picture to go to Settings;
2. Then, select the “Edit Profile” option and move on;
3. Scroll down to “Country or Region” and make sure that you have the right location set up on your account.

8. Uninstall Spotify App and Reinstall It

Last but not least, one of the most recommended Spotify Troubleshooting tips is to simply uninstall and reinstall the Spotify app.

Simply go to the Control Panel, look for Spotify, select “Uninstall” and entirely delete the app from the system.

Then, reinstall it back, log in, and the problem should be gone now. For more Spotify guides, you can always rely on GrowFollowing!

FAQ

Does Spotify Support A Third Party VPN App?

Spotify does not officially support VPNs, but they still work on the app nevertheless.

About the author

Karen

Karen is a senior technical writer and copywriter here at GrowFollowing. Her area of expertize are social media apps and new media.