So I was having the same problem. I finally got mine to work after many trial and errors. So I don't know if any of this makes a difference but I have an android and I also already have an account through Starbucks. And already have the app on my phone. But here's what worked for me.. make sure you don't have spotty internet also or that messes with it.
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