How to Connect Alexa to a Computer: Windows & Mac

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Quick ways to access and use Alexa from a computer

Written by Rain Kengly

Last Updated: October 9, 2024 Fact Checked

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Using the Alexa App

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Connecting to a PC

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Connecting to a Mac

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Using Alexa for PC

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Troubleshooting

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Whether you have a PC or Mac, you can use an Alexa-enabled speaker for your computer. If your laptop or computer has the built-in Alexa for PC feature, you can use the AI right from your desktop. Here's how to connect Alexa to a computer using a Windows PC or Mac.

Quick Steps

Turn on your Alexa device.
On your Windows PC, open your Bluetooth settings.
Click Add Bluetooth or other devices.
Click Bluetooth.
Click your Amazon Alexa device.

Section 1 of 5:

Using the Alexa App

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Download the Amazon Alexa app. When it's downloaded, you'll need to log into your Amazon account.
- Amazon Alexa is available for iOS in the App Store and for Android in the Google Play Store.
- Currently, you must use the Alexa app on a mobile device to set up and use your Alexa and all its features. If you don't set up Alexa using the app, you'll only be able to use it as a Bluetooth speaker on your PC or Mac.
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Go to https://alexa.amazon.com/ in a web browser. If you aren't already signed in, enter your login information to do so now.
- You should see a QR code.
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Scan the QR code with your phone. Open the Camera on your iPhone or Android, align the code in the viewfinder, and then tap the link that appears.
- The link may also appear as an alert banner at the top of the screen.
- The Amazon App will open, and you should be redirected to a new page on your browser.
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Complete the setup on the app. If this is your first Alexa device, do the following:
- Tap Devices in the bottom-right corner.
- Tap +.
- Tap Add Device.
- Tap Amazon Echo.
- Tap your device.
- Put your device in setup mode.
- Tap Yes on the app to pair it.

Section 2 of 5:

Connecting to a PC

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If you don't pair your device with the app, you'll only be able to use your Alexa as a Bluetooth speaker without the other features.
On your computer, enable Bluetooth. Open the Start menu and type in "Bluetooth". Click the first option and toggle on Bluetooth.
This is at the top of the window.
This is the first option.
Make sure your Alexa device is on and in range.
This will finish pairing your Alexa device to your computer. You can now use it to listen to music.

Section 3 of 5:

Connecting to a Mac

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If you don't pair your device with the app, you'll only be able to use your Alexa as a Bluetooth speaker without the other features.
Click the Apple Menu and select System Preferences/Settings. Click Bluetooth in the sidebar and make sure Bluetooth is turned on.
It should be in the list of discovered devices.
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Click Connect. You may be asked to click Accept.
- Your Alexa device is now paired with your computer.

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Using Alexa for PC

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Launch Amazon Alexa. Click the Start menu and select Amazon Alexa from the app list.
- Use this method if you have Alexa for PC, a built-in feature in select computers and laptops.^{[1]
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This will accept Amazon's Terms and Conditions.
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Enter your email address or phone number and password. If you don't have an account, you'll need to create one.
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Use Alexa. Say "Alexa" along with a command, such as "play music", "tell a joke", etc.
- Make sure you have a connected microphone.

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Troubleshooting

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If you're having trouble activating the pairing process on your computer, download the Amazon Alexa app. Once you start the pairing process on the app, try connecting your computer again.
If the device isn't connecting, try turning off other devices that have Bluetooth turned on. The devices could be interfering with each other.