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How to fix Spotify install error 18?

Alton Alexander
By Alton AlexanderUpdated on June 4th, 2022

Spotify install error 18 is an error code that can occur when trying to install or update the Spotify application. This error can be caused by a number of things, including a corrupt or damaged Spotify installation file, a conflict with another application or service on your computer, or a problem with your computer's registry. In most cases, this error can be resolved by uninstalling and then reinstalling Spotify, or by using a registry cleaner to repair any damaged or corrupt registry entries.

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1. Check for updates to your operating system and try installing Spotify again

  1. Open up your computer's operating system's update system by clicking on the Start button and typing "update."
  2. If there are any updates available, Windows will show you a list of them.
  3. If you want to install any of the updates, click on the "Install" button.
  4. When the update is finished installing, click on the "Close" button.
  5. Restart your computer if it is not already restarted.
  6. When your computer restarts, click on the "Spotify" icon on the desktop and try to install the Spotify software again.
  7. If the installation process still fails, please contact the support team for further assistance.

2. Uninstall and reinstall the Spotify app

The first step is to open the App Store on your device and search for "Spotify". Once you've found it, tap on the "Install" button. Once the app has been installed, you'll be taken to the main screen. On this screen, you'll need to tap on the "Settings" icon. Once you've opened the "Settings" menu, you'll need to tap on the "Apps" tab. Here, you'll need to find the "Spotify" app and tap on it. Once you've done this, you'll be taken to the "Settings" menu for the "Spotify" app. On this menu, you'll need to tap on the "Uninstall" button. Once you've done this, the "Spotify" app will be uninstalled from your device. Next, you'll need to go to the "App Store" again and search for "Spotify". Once you've found it, tap on the "Install" button. Once the app has been installed, you'll be taken to the main screen. On this screen, you'll need to tap on the "Settings" icon. Once you've opened the "Settings" menu, you'll need to tap on the "Apps" tab. Here, you'll need to find the "Spotify" app and tap on it. Once you've done this, you'll be taken to the "Settings" menu for the "Spotify" app. On this menu, you'll need to tap on the "Reinstall" button. Once you've done this, the "Spotify" app will be reinstalled on your device.

If the answers above didn't work then you should also try:

  1. If you're using Windows, try installing the Spotify app in a different location, such as your desktop or another drive.
  2. Try installing an older version of the Spotify app.
  3. If you're using a VPN, try disabling it and installing Spotify again.
  4. Get help from Spotify Support.