How To Turn Off Explicit Filter On Alexa? [2 Methods]
The multiple unwanted songs can frustrate the listening routines.
The worst podcasts and songs may also cause you annoyance, while your favorite songs may disappear into another world.
Well, no more worries, because I have got the solution about how to turn off explicit filters on Alexa.
- Go to the Alexa app and then the Settings Option.
- Now click on Music & Podcasts.
- Click on Explicit Language Filters.
- From here, you can Turn the feature On or Off.
We’re not done yet!
This blog post will cover more information about explicit filters.
Plus, some solutions if explicit filters don’t turn off.
How To Turn Off Explicit Filter On Alexa? Explained
You can turn off the explicit filter on Alexa by using two methods.
These two methods are connected with each other so you don’t need to put much effort into completing this process.
- By giving the voice command
- Using the Alexa app
Let’s take a look at these two methods so that you can choose one that you feel better.
Method 1: Turn Off Explicit Filter On Alexa Through Voice Command
Using the Alexa voice command “Alexa, unblock explicit songs” OR “Alexa, Turn off explicit songs” your Echo device will automatically stop playing explicit music.
However, if your Explicit/Profanity filter is On, Alexa may not play some music services.
At the same time, you can turn this feature on by giving the command “Alexa, turn on the Explicit filter”.
Meanwhile, this method will only work if the Voice commands are allowed in the Explicit Filter menu.
To turn the voice commands on, follow the below method and you’ll find the Voice Activation button under the Explicit Filter button.
Method 2: Turn Off the Explicit Filter On Alexa Using the Mobile App
Before getting down to this method, make sure your Alexa app has the latest version otherwise the filter may not work.
Here are short steps to turn off this filter.
- Open the Alexa app on your smartphone and go to the Menu Section just at the bottom right corner of the app.
- Then, Click on the Settings option located just above the Activity section.
- After clicking on Settings, you’ll see many options. Click on this option under the Alexa Preferences for Music and Podcasts.
- In the Music and Podcasts section, you’ll see many streaming options. Click on Explicit Language Filter.
- Once you click on ELF, you’ll land on the next tab where you’ll see two options, Explicit Filter and Voice Deactivation. Using the Explicit Filter button you can turn this feature On or Off.
Why Is the Explicit Filter Not Turning Off?
Problems in the Alexa app are common, and hopefully, the solutions below will help you fix this issue if the Explicit filter is not turning off.
Do it manually
If you’re trying to turn off the explicit filter on Alexa via voice commands, and it’s not working.
That means you need to make sure that voice deactivation is disabled.
For this purpose, you need to follow the above steps and turn the voice activation on.
Outdated Software
If Alexa or the music and podcast service you’re using for example Spotify, has outdated software then this feature may not work.
To fix this issue, you need to update the software of both apps.
The music service doesn’t allow turning off explicit songs
Sometimes it happens, the music and podcast service you’re using is not allowing Alexa to turn off the explicit filter.
To fix this issue you can restart Alexa.
Another solution is to disconnect the music service from Alexa and then reconnect it.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Do all music services work with Explicit Filtering?
Only Amazon Music, Pandora, and TuneIn music services will play songs when the Alexa explicit filter is On.
However, to listen to Spotify, Apple Music, etc.
you need to turn the Explicit Filter off in the Alexa App.
Why is Alexa not turning off the Explicit Filter on voice commands?
Because Voice Deactivation is On.
Turn this feature off by going to the Explicit Filter option in the Alexa app.
Another reason can be you’re not giving the right command. The correct command is “Alexa, turn off the explicit filter.”
Why does Alexa’s profanity filter not turn off?
If you tried with the voice, then the voice deactivation feature may be on.
However, you can turn off the profanity filter by going into the Music & Podcasts section, and then switch this feature on and off.
Conclusion
Whether you want to turn off the explicit filter on Alexa or leave it on is your personal choice.
However, if the filter is On, you can only enjoy three music services.
Most users prefer Spotify and Apple Music, and both require you to turn off the explicit feature to play the music.
However, you can turn off the voice deactivation feature so that you can control the Explicit filter at any time without needing the Alexa mobile app.
But for this, you need to give Alexa the right command so that she can process your command.
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Hi! I’m David — a writer, blogger, and proud owner of Smarterve. I’ve been using smart home gadgets and in the home industry for about a decade. I love to solve problems, give suggestions, and create ease for people to enjoy life. This blog is where I can share tips and provide solutions to everyone using smart gadgets.
I’m grateful for this content. The methods to turn off the explicit filter on Alexa were straightforward and worked perfectly. Thanks.
Love you dear,
It’s great, but it would be even better if there were instructions on customizing the explicit filter to a specific level. Some users might want more control over it.
Next time, maybe.
In Method 1, I’m wondering if it affects all of the linked Alexa devices, or can apply it selectively to certain devices?
Read again,