How to Connect Spotify to Serato DJ Lite & Pro [Full Guide]

Part 1. Does Serato Work with Spotify

"Does Serato DJ Lite work with Spotify?" Serato is a professional-grade software trusted by DJs around the world to mix and manipulate digital music files. It comes in two versions: Serato DJ Lite and Serato DJ Pro. The former is the free option ideal for beginner DJs or those on a budget, while the latter is the full-featured version for more advanced users.

Spotify is a favorite among DJs due to its vast library of music. But can you use Spotify on Serato DJ Lite or Pro? Unfortunately, no. In fact, Serato DJ currently supports streaming services like Beatsource LINK, Beatport LINK, SoundCloud and TIDAL, but not Spotify.

Another key reason is that Spotify uses a proprietary streaming format (OGG Vorbis), which is not compatible with Serato DJ software. So, you can't import Spotify tracks into Serato DJ software directly. In this case, how can you still use your favorite Spotify songs in Serato? Let's move on to the following parts to learn how to make it.

Part 2. How to Get Spotify for Serato DJ - Best Tool

It is worth mentioning that Serato DJ does not support any protected Spotify music files. This means that to import Spotify music into Serato DJ Pro & Lite, you must first remove the protection on those Spotify tracks. To do this, you need to use a third-party tool like AudFree Spotify Music Converter to convert Spotify music to a format supported by Serato DJ.

The table below outlines the audio file formats supported by Serato DJ and AudFree program. Just check them out now.

Serato DJ for Windows	MP3, OGG, FLAC, AIF, WAV, WMA, AIFF
Serato DJ for Mac	MP3, OGG, AIF, FLAC, AIFF, WAV, M4A, and AAC
AudFree Spotify Music Converter Output Formats	MP3, FLAC, AIFF, Lossless, WAV, M4A, M4B

AudFree Spotify Music Downloader does a great job of removing all the protections and allows you to download Spotify music locally. Besides, it can convert Spotify music to plain audio files supported by Serato, like MP3, FLAC, WAV, AIFF, Lossless, M4A, and M4B.

AudFree Spotify Downloader is available for all Spotify users, including free Spotify users. With it, you can download Spotify files without a premium account. Also, this tool will save Spotify music files with full ID3 tags kept and without touching the original audio quality. After the conversion, you can import Spotify music to Serato DJ for use without any restrictions.

How to Convert Music from Spotify for Serato DJ Pro/Lite Supported Formats

You need to download and install AudFree Spotify Downloader on your Windows or Mac computer via the "Download" button above. Then you can refer to the following tutorial to download Spotify music to Serato DJ-compatible audio files. After that, it's easy to use Serato with Spotify music and mix music.

Step 1Add music from Spotify to AudFree Spotify Music Converter

Open the AudFree Spotify Music Converter and log in to your Spotify account within the built-in Spotify web player. Then you can find and start to add Spotify tracks to AudFree Spotify Downloader for conversion. There are two ways for you to do that. You can directly drag and drop songs to AudFree's '+ ♫' section. Or, you can press the Spotify audio content and press the '+ ♫' icon. Later, click the 'Add to list' button to load Spotify playlists.

Step 2Set Spotify output audio parameters for Serato DJ

On Mac, please click the AudFree Spotify Music Converter from the top menu bar and enter 'Preferences' and 'Conversion' option. Or on Windows, tap Menu icon on AudFree program, choose 'Preferences' > 'Conversion'. To enable Serato DJ Spotify, you can set Spotify output format as MP3, FLAC, WAV, AIFF and other Serato DJ-compatible audio formats. You can also define output quality (bit rate as 320 kbps, 256 kbps, 160 kbps, etc.) and change the destination folder as you prefer. Once done, touch 'OK'.

Step 3Download Spotify music for Serato DJ

When the customization is finished completely, please click the 'Convert' button at the bottom-right corner on the Converting window to start the converting process. This smart software will download Spotify songs for free and convert them to compatible audio files with Serato DJ. Until now, you are all ready to import Spotify to Serato free.

Part 3. How to Connect Spotify to Serato DJ Lite/Pro

After the conversion, it could be easy to DJ with Spotify Serato. Now, follow the two methods below to learn how to add the downloaded Spotify songs to Serato DJ software from the destination folder on your computer library.

Way 1. How to Get Spotify on Serato DJ Lite/Pro Library

Step 1. Launch Serato DJ Pro or Serato DJ Lite on your Windows or Mac computer. Then touch the 'Files' option to open the files panel.

Step 2. On the left panel, please navigate to the folder location where you save the converted Spotify audio files.

Step 3. Drag and drop the target folder or Spotify files from Windows Explorer or Mac Finder you'd like to mix on Serato DJ software to the 'All…' icon.

Step 4. Just wait for a while, all Spotify tracks will be imported to Serato DJ software from your local drive. Then you can use Spotify on Serato DJ for mixing new masterpieces.

Way 2. How to Connect Spotify to Serato DJ Lite/Pro from iTunes/Apple Music Library

Step 1. Open iTunes or Apple Music app on your computer, click on the "File" menu in the top-left corner of the screen.

Step 2. Select "Add File to Library" from the drop-down menu on iTunes on Windows. Or, tap "File" > "Import" on Apple Music app on Mac. Then navigate to the location on your computer where your Spotify music is stored.

Step 3. Select the Spotify songs you want to add and click "Open" to add the selected Spotify music to your iTunes Library.

Step 4. Now, go to "Edit" > "Preferences" > "Advanced" on iTunes or Apple Music program. Then check the "Share iTunes Library XML with other applications" and "Keep my files organized" boxes to sync iTunes library to iCloud.

Step 5. In the Serato DJ interface, click on the "Files" button in the top-left corner.

Step 6. Click on the "Music" button in the left sidebar and select "iTunes" from the drop-down menu.

Note: If you can't find the iTunes option, then click on the 'gear' icon on Serato DJ app. Next, tap the 'Library + Display' option. Later, check the 'Show iTunes Library' box under the 'LIBRARY' section.

Step 7. Your iTunes Library will now appear in Serato DJ, and you can use Spotify music in your Serato DJ sets.

Part 4. How to Use Spotify on Serato DJ Lite/Pro

Serato DJ allows you to mix and blend tracks together - including your favorite Spotify songs - in a way that feels natural and intuitive. Whether you're an experienced DJ or just getting started, mastering the art of seamless transitions is essential to taking your DJ skills to the next level. Now, we'll explore some practical tips for creating smooth and effective transitions using Spotify tracks in Serato DJ Lite or Pro.

Step 1. Open Serato DJ on your computer and connect your DJ controller or mixer.

Step 2. Load the first Spotify song you want to mix onto one of the decks by dragging and dropping it onto the deck.

Step 3. Press the "Play" button to start playing the song. Then locate the second Spotify song you want to mix and load it onto the other deck.

Step 4. Use the "Crossfader" feature to fade between the two songs, gradually increasing the volume of the second song while decreasing the volume of the first song.

View also: How to Crossfade on Spotify

Step 5. Use "EQ controls and effects" to enhance the mix and create a smooth transition between the two songs.

View also: Best Spotify Equalizer

Step 6. Once you have successfully mixed the two Spotify songs together, you can repeat these steps to mix in additional songs and create a longer DJ set.

Part 5. FAQs about Serato and Spotify

Q1: What Are Serato DJ Pro and Serato DJ Lite?

A: Serato is a company dedicated to developing cutting-edge software for digital music and DJ mixing. Its flagship product, Serato DJ, is a set of digital tools for DJ music mixing. And it has two versions: Serato DJ Pro and Serato DJ Lite. The former was formerly known as Serato DJ and the latter as Serato DJ Intro.

Serato DJ Lite is a free version of Serato DJ Pro with basic features for beginners. On the contrary, Serato DJ Pro comes with many powerful extensions for professional DJs. Both versions are available for Mac and Windows operating systems.

Q2: What DJ Software Works with Spotify?

A: As of July 2020, Spotify announced that it no longer supports third-party DJ apps. There are only a handful of DJ apps that work with Spotify. In this case, you can seek help from AudFree Spotify Downloader to use Spotify with any DJ app. With it, you can download music from Spotify and then import the downloaded music into your DJ app for use without any limits.

Q3: How to Add Music to Serato DJ?

A: 1. Buy music. There are many online digital music stores where you can purchase complete music and albums. All purchased files can be added to your DJ library. You can purchase music from iTunes, Beatport, Amazon Music, Traxsource, Boomkat and Juno Download and use it in Serato directly.

2. Free music. There are 2 online music sites where you can get music for free, SoundCloud and Bandcamp. You can find songs you like and add them to Serato DJ for mixing QR codes.

3. Streaming music. Subscribe to a Serato DJ-compatible streaming music service. Then you can access the corresponding music library in Serato DJ.

Q4: Can You Use Spotify with Serato DJ?

A: In general, you can't use Serato with Spotify directly as there is no Spotify Serato integration. Yet, you can use AudFree Spotify Music Converter to convert Spotify music to Serato DJ supported audio files first. Then you can import Spotify to Serato DJ Lite or DJ Pro for use.

Q5: How to Add Music from Spotify to Serato DJ Lite or Pro?

A: You can use the Files button to add Spotify music to Serato DJ. Also, you can drag and drop Spotify songs to Serato from your computer into Serato DJ library. Or, you can use iTunes option in Serato DJ to load Spotify music. But before that, you need to convert Spotify music to Serato compatible files and add them to iTunes first.

Part 6. In Conclusion

Can you use Spotify on Serato DJ Lite or Pro? Unluckily, there is no integration of Serato and Spotify. But there is a workaround. You can still get Spotify for Serato DJ software with the help of AudFree Spotify Music Downloader. It allows you to easily download and convert Spotify music to a format compatible with Serato DJ software, such as MP3, FLAC or WAV. Once converted, you can connect Spotify to Serato DJ Lite or Pro and start creating your favorite tunes with Serato. What's more, you can transfer these downloaded Spotify songs to your desired device for playback anywhere, anytime.