Everything You Need to Know about the Upcoming Sonos Platform Changes

If you haven’t heard, starting July 8, 2025, Sonos will begin rolling out updates to its platform to comply with new EU Radio Equipment Directive (RED) Regulations. While these regulations originate in the EU, the upcoming platform changes will affect all Sonos users globally, including those using SmartThings integrations.

Read on for a breakdown of what’s changing, how it may impact you, and what you may need to do to keep everything working smoothly.

What’s Changing?

Sonos is introducing a new feature in its app that allows users to require authentication for third-party control integrations, like SmartThings. This is a user-controlled, opt-in change. Which means, if you don’t take any action, your existing Sonos integrations with SmartThings will continue to work as usual.

However, if your speakers were connected through the Sonos app and you decide to  opt in to the new third-party authentication requirement: 

• You’ll need to link your Sonos and SmartThings accounts to keep your integration running. Once linked, everything will continue to work as normal, including routines and automations.
  
• SmartThings will send a notification via the SmartThings app prompting you to connect your accounts.

If you use an EOL hub and wish to continue using your Sonos speakers, do not opt in to the third-party authentication requirement in the Sonos app. 

Not sure if the update will affect you? Use this chart to double-check. 

How to Link a Device Account in the SmartThings App

Follow these steps to link your Sonos account to SmartThings seamlessly. 

Step 1: Open and sign in to the SmartThings app.

Step 2: Tap the “+” sign in the upper right corner.

Step 3: Tap “Add Device.”

Step 4: Search for the service by brand or category.

Step 5: Tap “Link Account” or a similar option.

Step 6: Sign in to your account with the third-party service.

Step 7: Authorize SmartThings to access your account. Your devices or services will appear in SmartThings under Devices or Linked Services.

Visit the SmartThings blog to learn more about SmartThings and partner updates.