Spotify is one of the most popular music streaming services globally, and besides its vast music library, it allows you to add local files to Spotify. This feature is great for those who want to combine their personal music collection with Spotify's tracks for a seamless listening experience. In this guide, we'll walk you through how to upload local files to Spotify app on computer and mobile, as well as how to sync local files from computer to Spotify on your phone.
Part 1. How to Add Local Files to Spotify on Windows and Mac
The Spotify desktop app allows you to import music from iTunes, Windows Media Player, and other music folders on your computer. The process to get local files to Spotify is the same across desktop platforms. Let's explore how to add local files to Spotify on Windows here, you can follow the pattern on a Mac.
Step 1. Launch the Spotify app from your Windows or Mac computer. If it is the first time you use it, please sign in with your account name and password or sign up for a new account.
Step 2. On the top right corner, click on the profile icon, and select "Settings" in the dropdown menu.
Step 3. Scroll down the settings window until you see the "Local Files" menu. You should see the sources of music "iTunes", "Downloads", and "Music Library". If you don't want them to show up, just switch the toggle buttons off. Also, please turn on the 'Show Local Files' button.
Step 4. To add a new folder of songs, please click the "ADD A SOURCE" button. Then browse to select the folder where you saved your local music and click "OK".
Step 5. Go back to the left sidebar of Spotify, click "Local Files" playlist and you should see local files on Spotify on desktop here.
Note:
Spotify only supports to import MP3, M4P and MP4 music files. If your files are in other formats or with DRM encryption, they won't be supported.
Part 2. How to Add Local Files to Spotify on iPhone and Android
To use local files on Spotify on your iPhone or Android device, follow these steps:
How to Import Local Files to Spotify on Android
Step 1. Open Spotify app on your phone.
Step 2. Swipe left or tap on your profile icon, and tap on "Settings and privacy".
Step 3. Select "Apps and devices".
Step 4. Then under "Other devices" section, toggle on "Local audio files".
Now the local music files on your phone would be listed in your "Local File" playlist, you can play these local files on Android.
How to Upload Local Files to Spotify on iPhone
To add local files to Spotify on your iPhone:
Step 1. Open the Spotify app and access your profile settings
Step 2. Navigate to "Settings and privacy"
Step 3. Find and select the "Local Files" option
Step 4. Enable "Show audio files from this device" or " Local audio file".
Check "Your Library", you should now see a "Local Files" folder in your playlists, your local files would be listed here.
Part 3. How to Sync Local Files from Computer to Phone Spotify
If you want to transfer the music files from your computer to Spotify on iPhone/Android. The easiest way is to sync them from your computer to Spotify on your phone directly.
How to Sync Local Files to Spotify on iPhone and Android
Step 1. On your Spotify desktop app, click the "New Playlist" menu. Then insert a name and description for the playlist and click the "Create" button to generate it.
Step 2. To add the local songs you want to sync, right-click the songs under your "Local Files" playlist. And then choose "Add to Playlist" > select the playlist you have just created.
Step 3. Ensure your phone and computer are connected to the same Wi-Fi network or hotspot.
Step 4. Log in to the same Spotify account on your Android or iPhone device.
Step 5. Locate and open the playlist containing the local files. Then toggle the 'Download' button on.
After the downloading finishes, you can now play synced local files on iPhone or Android.
Part 4. How to Keep Spotify Music as Local Audio Files
We've covered how to add local songs to Spotify on various devices. But what if you want to save Spotify songs as local files? By default, Spotify downloads are encoded in a special format and stored as cache files within the app. To save Spotify tracks as local files, you'll need a specialized tool.
DRmare Spotify Music Converter is such a tool. It converts and stores Spotify songs as local audio files. With DRmare, you can easily download and decode Spotify tracks, converting them to common formats like MP3 and FLAC. You can also adjust audio settings such as channel and bit rate.
DRmare Spotify Converter works quickly, allowing for rapid conversion of Spotify music. It maintains the original sound quality and complete metadata of Spotify tracks. Once converted, the Spotify audio is saved as local files on your computer. You can then transfer and use these files on various platforms and devices without restrictions, even offline.
How to Convert and Save Spotify Music as Local Files Forever
- Step 1Load Spotify playlists to DRmare
Download and install the DRmare Spotify Music Converter on your computer, then launch it. You'll see the main interface of the DRmare tool. The Spotify app will automatically open when you start the DRmare program. Next, use the Spotify app to search for the songs you want to convert. Simply drag and drop your chosen tracks into the DRmare tool to begin the process.
- Step 2Choose the right output format for Spotify music
DRmare allows you to change the audio format of Spotify files, enabling you to use Spotify songs on various platforms without issues. To do this, click the Menu icon in the DRmare tool and select 'Preferences'. A new window will appear. Navigate to the 'Convert' tab to access audio parameter options. Here, you can choose the audio format, sample rate, and other settings for your Spotify music files.
- Step 3Download and save Spotify music as local files
Finally, click the 'Convert' button to start downloading and converting Spotify tracks to local files. You'll then find the converted audio files from Spotify on your computer. Click the 'history' icon to view the Spotify songs in both the DRmare tool and on your computer. Afterward, you can freely transfer and add these local Spotify files to other devices or platforms for offline playback.
Part 5. FAQs about Uploading Music to Spotify
Q1. Why the Songs on My iTunes Library Don't Show up on Spotify?
A1. In general, the iTunes playlists should show up well on the local files tab on your Spotify. If they don't, maybe you haven't shared the library files with other apps or your files are DRM-protected. You can launch iTunes > click "Preferences" > "Advanced". Then select the option "Share iTunes Library XML with other applications". For DRM-protected files such as Apple Music, you should get rid of any DRM protection first.
Q2. What Formats of Local Music Are Supported by Spotify?
A2. Spotify supports MP3, M4P and MP4 audio files. Also, MP4 with video track won't be supported. And the other formats FLAC, WAV, M4A, and OGG are not supported either. If you have other formats of files, you can use tools like DRmare Spotify Music Converter to convert these files easily.
Q3. Why Are Local Files Not Showing on a Mobile Phone on Spotify?
A3. If you can't see your local files on your mobile device, ensure that:
1. Show Local Files is enabled in your mobile Spotify app settings. 2. Both your computer and phone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. 3. Your local files are in a supported format (MP3, MP4, or M4A).
Also, check if your Spotify app is up-to-date on both your computer and phone.
Q4. Do I Need Spotify Premium to Add Local Files?
A4. You do not need a Spotify Premium subscription to add local files to Spotify on your desktop. However, to sync and play these local files on your mobile device, a Spotify Premium subscription is required.
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