How to Play Apple Music on Google Home (Easy Guide)

Part 1. Can You Play Apple Music on Google Home?

Yes. Google Home officially supports Apple Music since 2020, allowing you to link your Apple Music account and play music on compatible Google Home and Google Nest devices. With an active Apple Music subscription, you can connect it to Google Home and set it as your default music service.

Supported Google Home and Nest Devices

Apple Music works with Google Home and Google Nest devices that support Google Assistant, including:

Part 2. How to Set Up Apple Music on Google Home

To use Apple Music on Google Home or Google Nest devices, you need to connect your Apple Music account through the Google Home app. Sign in with your Apple ID, allow access, and set Apple Music as your default service if you want Google Assistant to use it automatically. Google Home does not store Apple Music songs. It only streams music from Apple's servers, so you need an active subscription and internet connection.

Step 1Set Up Google Home with the Google Home App

Set up your Google Home or Google Nest device in the Google Home app. Sign in with your Google account, add your device, and connect it to Wi-Fi. This makes sure your speaker appears in the app before connecting Apple Music.

01Open the Google Home app on your iPhone or Android device.

02Sign in with your Google Account.

03Tap + in the top-left corner.

04Select Set up device > New device.

05Follow the on-screen instructions to add your Google Home or Google Nest speaker.

06Connect your speaker to Wi-Fi and complete the setup process.

Step 2Connect Apple Music to Google Home

Option 1: Using the Google Home App

Open the Google Home app, select Apple Music under music settings, and sign in with your Apple ID. Once connected, you can play Apple Music on Google Home.

01Open the Google Home app.

02Tap your profile picture or initial in the top-right corner.

03Confirm that the Google Account connected to your speaker is selected. If needed, switch accounts by selecting another account or adding a new account.

04Tap Assistant settings.

05Select Music under Google Assistant settings.

06Choose Apple Music from the available music services.

07Tap Link Account.

08Sign in with the Apple ID linked to your Apple Music subscription.

09Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the connection.

Option 2: Using Bluetooth Pairing

Pair your phone or tablet with Google Home through Bluetooth, then play music from the Apple Music app. Your device controls playback, while Google Home acts as a Bluetooth speaker.

01Open the Google Home app.

02Tap Devices.

03Select the Google Home or Google Nest speaker you want to connect.

04Tap Settings.

05Select Audio > Paired Bluetooth devices.

06Tap Enable pairing mode.

07Open Settings on your mobile device.

08Turn on Bluetooth.

09Select your Google Home or Nest speaker from the available devices.

10Open the Apple Music app and start playing music.

Step 3Set Apple Music as the Default Music Service on Google Home

Set Apple Music as your default music service in the Google Home app. Then, you can ask Google Assistant to play music without mentioning Apple Music each time.

01Open the Google Home app.

02Tap your profile picture or initial in the top-right corner.

03Select Assistant settings.

04Tap Music.

05Choose Apple Music as your default music service.

Step 4Disconnect Apple Music from Google Home (Optional)

You can remove Apple Music from Google Home in the Google Home app. This only disconnects the account and does not affect your Apple Music subscription or library. You can link it again anytime.

01Open the Google Home app.

02Tap your profile picture or initial in the top-right corner.

03Select Assistant settings.

04Tap Music.

05Choose Apple Music from the linked services.

06Tap Unlink.

07Confirm your selection to remove Apple Music from Google Home.

Part 3. How to Play Apple Music on Google Home with Google Assistant

After connecting Apple Music, you can use Google Assistant to play songs, albums, artists, playlists, and stations with voice commands. You can also control playback by asking Google to pause, resume, skip tracks, shuffle music, or adjust the volume. Google Assistant sends your requests to Apple Music and plays the music through your selected Google Home or Nest device.

Supported Apple Music Features on Google Home

You can use Apple Music on Google Home to:

• Play songs, albums, artists, playlists, and stations.
• Control Apple Music with Google Assistant.
• Pause, skip, shuffle, and adjust volume.
• Play music on multiple speakers.

01Say "Hey Google" to activate Google Assistant.

02Use a voice command to request music playback.

Part 4. How to Play Apple Music on Multiple Google Home Devices

You can play Apple Music across multiple Google Home or Nest speakers by creating a speaker group in the Google Home app. Select the speakers you want to combine, name the group, and ask Google Assistant to play Apple Music on it. This multi-room playback is managed through Google Home rather than Apple AirPlay 2.

Step 1Create a Speaker Group in the Google Home App

Create a speaker group in the Google Home app by selecting the Google Home or Nest speakers you want to use.

01Open the Google Home app and tap + in the top-left corner.

02Select Speaker group and choose the speakers you want to include.

03Tap Next, enter a name for your group, such as "Living Room" or "Whole Home," and tap Save.

For the best experience, make sure all speakers are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

Step 2Play Apple Music on the Speaker Group

Ask Google Assistant to play Apple Music on your speaker group. Google Home will sync the selected speakers and play the same music across your rooms.

01Say "Hey Google" to activate Google Assistant.

02Ask Google Assistant to play music on your speaker group, such as "Play Apple Music on Whole Home," "Play my playlist in the living room," or "Play relaxing music everywhere."

Step 3Manage Multi-Room Playback

You can manage your speaker group anytime in the Google Home app.

01Open the Google Home app and select the speaker group that is currently playing music.

02Use the available controls to adjust the volume, pause playback, or stop music across your connected Google Home or Google Nest speakers.

Part 5. How to Listen to Apple Music Offline on Google Home

Google Home and Google Nest devices do not support offline Apple Music playback because they cannot download or store Apple Music songs. Offline downloads are saved in the Apple Music app on supported devices like iPhone, iPad, or computers and are linked to your Apple ID and subscription. If you need offline listening, you can download songs through the Apple Music app on another device, but those downloads cannot be transferred directly to Google Home.

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Step 1: Install ViWizard and Add Apple Music Songs

Download and install ViWizard Apple Music Converter on your computer. Open the program and sign in with your Apple Account through the built-in Apple Music web player. Browse your Apple Music library and select the songs, albums, or playlists you want to convert.

Step 2: Choose Output Format and Audio Settings

Open the output settings and select a common audio format, such as MP3, for better compatibility. You can also adjust audio quality settings like bitrate and sample rate. Keep metadata options enabled to save song information, including titles, artists, and album covers.

Step 3: Convert Apple Music to Regular Audio Files

After selecting your music, add the songs to the conversion list and click Convert to start the process. ViWizard will convert Apple Music songs into standard audio files that can be saved and played on different devices without using the Apple Music app.

Step 4: Play Converted Apple Music Files with Google Home

Once conversion is complete, open the output folder and access your saved music files. You can store them on your computer, upload them to supported music services, or play them from your phone through Bluetooth. After connecting your device to Google Home, you can enjoy your converted Apple Music files through the speaker.

Part 6. How to Fix Apple Music Not Working on Google Home

Apple Music may stop working on Google Home due to account, connection, or device issues. Before trying advanced fixes, check your Apple Music link, Google Account settings, speaker connection, and Wi-Fi. The following steps cover the most common fixes, from reconnecting Apple Music to resetting your Google Home device.

Step 1Relink Apple Music

Open the Google Home app, go to Settings > Music, and unlink Apple Music. Restart your Google Nest or Google Home speaker, then link Apple Music again and try playing a song.

Step 2Check Your Google Account and Voice Match

Open the Google Home app and tap your profile picture to make sure you are using the correct Google Account. Then go to Google Assistant settings > Voice Match and set it up again if Google Home cannot recognize your voice correctly.

Step 3Restart Your Device and Wi-Fi

Unplug your Google Nest or Google Home speaker, wait about 30 seconds, and plug it back in. Make sure the speaker is connected to Wi-Fi, then try using Apple Music again.

Step 4Update Apps and Device Software

Update the Google Home and Apple Music apps from your phone's app store. Also check whether your Google Nest or Google Home speaker needs an update. After updating, restart the device and test Apple Music again.

Step 5Use Clearer Voice Commands

When asking Google Assistant to play music, include the song name, artist, and Apple Music. For example, say: "Hey Google, play Imagine by John Lennon on Apple Music." This helps Google find the correct song.

Step 6Remove and Add Your Speaker Again

Open the Google Home app, select the speaker that is not working, and remove it from your setup. Add the speaker again, reconnect Apple Music, and check if playback works.

Step 7Reset Google Home

If Apple Music still does not work, reset your Google Nest or Google Home speaker as a final step. Set up the speaker again in the Google Home app, connect Apple Music, and try playing music.

Part 7. Conclusion

Now you know how to play Apple Music on Google Home. As you can see, it is quite easy to connect Apple Music, use Bluetooth, or play music across multiple Google Home speakers. If you want more freedom when listening, ViWizard Apple Music Converter can help convert Apple Music songs to common formats, so you can play them on more devices anytime.