Pandora in the Car

Pandora can be controlled directly through the dash of nearly 200 models. If you don't have one of these models, you can still listen to Pandora in your car by connecting your mobile device via AUX cord or Bluetooth.

For more information about manufacturers we’ve partnered with that allow controlling Pandora from the dash, click here.

Otherwise, learn how to connect Pandora in your car with the instructions below:

Getting started in the car
Connect with Bluetooth on iOS
Connect with Bluetooth on Android
Disable Auto Launch Notifications on Android
Use Waze with Pandora

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Getting started in the car

1. Download the Pandora app on your Android or iOS smartphone.
2. Connect your smartphone to the vehicle’s audio system:
   • iOS devices via USB (newer models may allow connection via Bluetooth)
   • Android devices via Bluetooth (Android phones may not be compatible with all audio systems)
3. Open the Pandora app on your phone.
4. Select the Pandora icon from your screen.

Note: If you launch Pandora through your Apple CarPlay system, you can use Siri to control what you listen to. For more information about Siri and Pandora, check out this help article.

*Use your mobile device only when conditions allow and as permitted by applicable law.

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Connect with Bluetooth on iOS

1. Open your phone's Settings.
2. Find Bluetooth, and toggle Bluetooth ON.

The device you're connecting to should then be detected and appear under the Bluetooth setting.

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Connect with Bluetooth on Android

Make sure you have Bluetooth for devices checked in the Settings menu of the Pandora application.

1. Go to the Profile tab and tap the Settings gear in the top right.
2. Select Advanced.
3. Under Bluetooth for devices, make sure there is a check next to Launch from car. 

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Disable Notifications on Android

To disable notifications, turn off the Launch from car setting within the Pandora app.

1. Go to the Profile tab and tap the Settings gear in the top right.
2. Select Advanced.
3. Under Bluetooth for devices uncheck the box next to Launch from car.