Hello, I'm a smart home enthusiast and have been using Alexa for years. I'm happy to help you get Pandora working on your Alexa device.

Here are the steps on how to get Alexa to play Pandora:

1. Link Your Pandora Account

* Open the Alexa app: On your smartphone or tablet, open the Alexa app.
* Go to Settings: Tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the top left corner and select "Settings."
* Choose Music & Audio: Scroll down and select "Music & Audio."
* Select Pandora: You'll see a list of music services. Tap "Pandora."
* Sign in: If you haven't already, sign in to your Pandora account. If you don't have one, you can create a free account.
* Authorize: Allow Alexa to access your Pandora account.

2. Use Voice Commands to Play Music

Once your accounts are linked, you can use voice commands to play music on Pandora. Here are some examples:

* "Alexa, play Pandora." This will start playing your Pandora radio station, or if you were listening to a station earlier, it will resume playback.
* **"Alexa, play [artist name] on Pandora."** This will play music by the specified artist.
* **"Alexa, play [song title] on Pandora."** This will play the specified song.
* **"Alexa, play [genre] music on Pandora."** This will play music from the specified genre.
* **"Alexa, play [station name] on Pandora."** This will play your saved Pandora station.

3. Troubleshooting Tips

If you're having trouble getting Alexa to play Pandora, here are a few things to try:

* Check your internet connection: Ensure both your Alexa device and your phone have a strong internet connection.
* Re-link your accounts: Sometimes, the connection between your Pandora and Alexa accounts can become loose. Try re-linking your accounts following the steps above.
* Update the Alexa app: Make sure you have the latest version of the Alexa app installed on your phone.
* Restart your Alexa device: Turn off your Alexa device and then turn it back on.
* Check for Pandora updates: Make sure you have the latest version of the Pandora app installed on your phone.
* Contact Alexa or Pandora support: If none of these solutions work, you can contact Alexa support or Pandora support for further assistance.

4. Additional Tips

* Create custom stations: In the Pandora app, you can create custom stations based on your favorite artists, songs, or genres. This will provide you with more control over the music you hear on Alexa.
* **Use the "Thumbs Up" and "Thumbs Down" buttons:** While listening to music, you can use the thumbs up and thumbs down buttons on your Alexa device or in the Alexa app to tell Pandora what you like and dislike. This will help Pandora personalize your listening experience.
* Set up multiple profiles: If you have multiple people using your Alexa device, you can set up separate profiles for each person. This will allow each person to have their own Pandora listening experience.

That's all you need to know about playing Pandora on your Alexa device. If you have any more questions, feel free to ask!
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