Ultimate Guide to Play YouTube Music on Alexa [Amazon Echo]

When you invest in a smart speaker, you expect your music to play hands-free and hassle-free. And for the most part, Alexa delivers. When you try asking Alexa to play a song on YouTube Music, Alexa will simply reply, “YouTube Music isn’t supported on this device”.

So does that mean your favorite playlists, liked songs, or daily mixes on YouTube Music are off-limits on Echo speakers? Not quite. We’ll show you the simplest ways to play YouTube Music on the popular Alexa device-Echo, regardless of the model you use, such as Echo Dot, Echo Show and Echo Studio.

How to Play YouTube Music on Alexa-enabled Echo via Silk Browser

Requirements:

• Any Echo Show models with a screen: Echo Show 5, 8, 10, and 15
• Internet speed: Minimum of 5 Mbps for smooth playback
• A Google account

You can stream YouTube Music directly on your Echo Show using the built-in Silk Browser. These touchscreen Echo models work independently, so there’s no need to pair with a phone or computer: just a stable internet connection is enough to get started. All Echo Show models supports Google sign-in, so you can open YouTube Music in the Silk Browser, log in to your account, and access your playlists, liked songs, and albums directly.

Also, keep your Echo firmware up to date by going to Settings > Device Options > Check for Software Updates.

Note: Silk Browser doesn’t retain cookies. Once the session ends or the app is closed, you'll need to sign in again.

Steps to Play YouTube Music on Echo Show:

Step 1. Say “Alexa, open Silk” to launch the browser. If that doesn’t work, swipe down from the top of the Echo Show screen, tap the Settings gear icon, go to Device Options, then select

Web Options, and choose Silk Browser. This will take you directly to the browser.

Step 2. Use the on-screen keyboard to type in music.youtube.com and load the site.

Step 3. Tap on the song you want to play, as voice commands like “Alexa, play” don’t work inside the Silk browser.

How to Play YouTube Music on Echo with Alexa Using Bluetooth

Most Echo devices don’t support the Silk browser, which rules out direct access to YouTube Music. That’s where Bluetooth steps in. By using your Echo as a Bluetooth speaker, you can play YouTube Music on your phone or computer and stream the audio directly to your Echo.

There’s a trade-off, though: Bluetooth connections also carry interruptions like notifications and calls. Still, it remains the most practical option across most Echo models. So, let’s break down the Bluetooth method: first with your phone, then with your computer.

For Phone

Requirements:

• Any Echo model with Bluetooth support, including Echo Dot, Echo Studio, and Echo Show.
• An Android or iPhone device with a stable internet connection.
• The Alexa app installed (optional, but makes pairing easier).

Whether or not your phone is already linked to Alexa, pairing and playing YouTube Music is quick and straightforward. You can connect using your phone’s native Bluetooth settings or through the Alexa app if you have already installed and paired with your Echo device.

Steps to Play YouTube Music on Echo Devices via Bluetooth from Phone

Step 1. Say: “Alexa, pair Bluetooth.” You’ll hear a confirmation  and your Echo will show up in your phone’s available Bluetooth devices list.

Alternatively, if you have installed the Alexa app on your Android or iOS device, tap Devices at the bottom, choose your Echo, and select Bluetooth Devices > Pair a New Device. Your phone will appear, just tap it to connect.

Step 2. Once paired, just open the YouTube Music app on your phone and hit Play. Your Echo will now stream the sound directly from your phone, just like a regular Bluetooth speaker.

To disconnect: You can either turn off Bluetooth from your phone or, in the Alexa app, open Bluetooth settings under your connected Echo and tap Disconnect Device.

For Computer

Requirements:

• Any Alexa-enabled speaker (Echo, Echo Dot, Studio, etc.)
• A Windows or Mac computer
• One-time internet connection to convert the songs

On a computer, you’ve got two choices: stream YouTube Music directly from the browser and send the audio to your Echo device, or take the smoother route: you can convert and save your music offline ahead of time with StreamFox for Music, the Eassiy All-in-one Music Converter.

StreamFox for Music allows you to convert any track, playlist, or album from YouTube Music in open formats like MP3, AAC, FLAC, or WAV, all in original quality. Once converted, you can just pair your Echo with computer via Bluetooth and play your collection even without an internet connection and avoid ads. StreamFox will also preserve full metadata for each converted song: title, artist name, album name, and cover art. So your library stays fully organized.

Steps to Play YouTube Music on Alexa via Computer with StreamFox for Music

Step 1. Download and install StreamFox for Music on your Windows or Mac computer. Once launched, choose YouTube Music as the source from the home interface.

Step 2. Sign in to your YouTube account within the tool. Whether you're using a free or premium account, StreamFox conversion function works just the same.

Step 3. Find the songs, playlists, or albums you want for offline listening and drag them to the red plus button on the right-hand side of the interface.

Step 4. Once your selections appear in the Converting tab, click Convert All to begin converting them on your computer in high-quality open formats.

Step 5. Say “Alexa, pair Bluetooth” to put your Echo device in pairing mode. Alexa will confirm it’s ready to connect.

Step 6. Finish the Bluetooth connection on your computer.

• Windows: Open Settings, go to Bluetooth & devices, click Add a device and choose your Echo from the list.



• On macOS: Open System Preferences, select Bluetooth from the sidebar, pair and connect your Echo device from the available list.

Once connected, open any media player and play the converted music. Instantly, the audio will now stream through your Echo speaker.

Why Does Alexa Not Support YouTube Music?

There’s no official word from Amazon or Google for this question, but let’s be honest: it’s the rivalry. Both are out to dominate the smart home space, so it’s no surprise YouTube Music doesn’t show up on Alexa. As Redditors often put it: it’s less about tech, more about turf. Yes, Amazon doesn’t even list Google Nest devices on its eCommerce platform.

What’s frustrating is there’s no sign this will change anytime soon. Amazon’s public roadmap for Echo devices doesn’t hint at any support for YouTube Music.

What Music Services Work with Alexa-supported Echo?

Echo devices support direct integration with a number of major music services. You can link and even set defaults for Amazon Music, Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer, Pandora, iHeartRadio, SiriusXM, and TuneIn.

However, you will need the Alexa app on your iPhone or Android to integrate these services. Once connected, Alexa remembers your account and playback can be fully voice-controlled: you can say things like “Play my chill playlist” or “Pause the music” without lifting a finger. And since these services are officially supported, everything runs smoothly without Bluetooth and screen workarounds.

Conclusion

That’s the workaround story behind getting YouTube Music to play on the popular Alexa device-Echo without waiting for official support. Whether you’re using a browser, Bluetooth, or desktop pairing, it’s all about finding the path that fits your device.

And when you’re looking for the best, as well as the simplest way to play YouTube Music on Alexa Echo, StreamFox for Music quietly stands out. It lets you convert your favorite YouTube tracks to MP3 files which you can play on any Echo device via Bluetooth without ads or background restrictions, or even without needing a Premium subscription.