First, you need to make sure that you can share files from iTunes:. Open iTunes and go over to Preferences under the Edit tab. After you have completed the above steps, you need to convert iTunes audios to MP3 within iTunes for adding to Spotify.
Launch Spotify on your computer and choose the Settings option from the Menu bar. Then scroll down to find iTunes and switch iTunes on. Now go to choose the iTunes folder where you save your iTunes audios and upload them to Spotify. So, if you want to add Spotify songs to the iTunes library, you need to convert your tracks into one of the iTunes-supported formats.
Then you can play and manage Spotify songs on iTunes after handling the conversion of Spotify songs. After you sync local files from your desktop app, you could create a new playlist to add those local files. How can we help you? Payment Help Manage payments Payment methods Charge help. Home Features Local files Use the app to play music files stored on your device, which we call local files. Spotify can play any audio files that your device supports.
Note : Files or downloads from illegal sources are not permitted. Add the files to a playlist. Log in on your mobile or tablet using the same WiFi as your desktop. Note : You need to allow Spotify to find devices in the prompt that shows. From the help article :. Also, at first the Local Files playlist will show as empty in the iOS app. Now you can still see songs even if they are not available on Spotify or for local files -- not synced over yet.
View solution in original post. Could you please confirm that you tired all the steps that Katerina listed here? If that doesn't fix things it's a good idea to also remove all playlists with imported files and start the whole process from scratch using the instructions in this guide.
It's a good idea this time do it over another internet connection, e. Keep in mind that only files in specific formats and from official sources are supported. Go to solution. All forum topics Previous Topic Next Topic. Syncing Local Files from Desktop app to Mobile app. Casual Listener.
Step 5: Once the desktop application identifies the connected device, it will show you a pop-up asking whether you would like to sync the device with Spotify. Click on the button to open the sync window. Step 6: The app will list all the playlists you have created in your Spotify account along with local files you have imported from your hard disk. If you would like to sync the entire local library, check Local Files. The sync process will start instantaneously and all the tracks will sync to your iPod for offline playing.
The syncing might take time depending on the number of tracks you are trying to sync. So that was how you can sync local files that you have purchased from different sources to the Spotify mobile app. As far as free users are concerned, I feel that you can listen to locally synced songs on your mobile. According to Spotify TOS, only on-demand mobile streaming requires premium account.
As I am on a premium account, I cannot test the functionality for basic users, but I was hoping you guys can let me know if it works. Search for:.
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