The Spotify app for Mac defaults to opening itself automatically every time the Mac restarts, boots, or a user logs in to the Mac.

If you do not want Spotify to open automatically on the Mac, and you’re running MacOS Ventura or newer, read along to prevent this behavior and stop Spotify from opening itself.

How to Stop Spotify Opening Automatically in MacOS Ventura

Here’s how to prevent Spotify from opening every time you login, restart, or boot the Mac.

1. Pull down the Spotify menu and choose “Settings”




2. Scroll down to find the “Startup and window…