Dropbox is the most popular system that lets you save your files online and sync them to all your devices. Any changes you make to the files on Dropbox are automatically mirrored everywhere. You can then access them anywhere on the web and all your devices just with a click of a button. For this, many users are looking for how to upload Spotify songs to Dropbox. They'll be safe and easily accessible anywhere, anytime.
However, there is no official way to sync your songs to Dropbox directly. So, this guide lists two effective ways to transfer Spotify to Dropbox.
Part 1. How to Transfer Spotify to Dropbox via Automation Way
If you just want to save your Spotify music library as data, you can use automation platforms like Zapier or IFTTT to help you. These web-based tools act as a bridge between Spotify and Dropbox. They can monitor your Spotify account and, whenever you add a new track to a playlist, automatically create a text file in Dropbox containing that song's details.
This method saves the metadata (Artist, Track Title, Album Name) into a text/CSV file only. It does not save the actual audio file.
Now, we will take Zapier as an example to show you how to export Spotify playlist to Dropbox.
Step 1. Open the Dropbox platform and log in to your account. Then create a new folder to save your Spotify files.
Step 2. Visit Zapier.com and sign up for a free account. Then log in to your account.
Step 3. Tap the 'Create Zap' option on the screen. Then search for Spotify and choose the 'New Track in Playlist' and you will be asked to log in to your Spotify account to authorize access.
Step 4. Search for Dropbox and choose the 'Create Text File' option. Then choose the data format.
Step 5. Choose your newly created folder in Dropbox and give a file name to your Spotify files. Then select the data fields you want to save.
Step 6. Now, test the Zap and turn it on. Now, every time you add a song to that Spotify playlist, Zapier will save it to your Dropbox folder automatically.
Part 2. How to Convert and Upload Spotify Songs to Dropbox via AudFree Spotify Converter
While the automation method above is great for record-keeping, it doesn't help if you want to listen to the music. Since Spotify files are encrypted with DRM (Digital Rights Management), Dropbox cannot play them even if you manage to upload the raw cache files. To store playable music in Dropbox, you need to decrypt the songs and convert them to standard formats like MP3.
You just need a reliable converter named AudFree Spotify Music Converter. It works perfectly to remove the OGG Vorbis format that Spotify encapsulates its files in. Suitable for both Mac and Windows, this tool easily converts Spotify to various output formats, like WAV, FLAC, MP3, M4B, etc.
This high-end Spotify downloader adopts innovative decoding and recording technology enabling it to convert Spotify songs at 13X faster speed. It doesn't matter if you run a Premium or Free account. AudFree Spotify Music Converter app lets you listen to Spotify music offline without Premium on your computer and other devices, like Dropbox, game consoles, MP3 players, etc.
AudFree Spotify Music Converter for Dropbox
How to Download Spotify Music for Dropbox
Now, let's learn how to use this tool to download Spotify albums, playlists, songs, etc. into compatible output format for playing on Dropbox or any device offline.
- Step 1. Launch AudFree Spotify Music Converter
- Download AudFree Spotify Converter on your computer, then install and launch it. The built-in Spotify web player will automatically display on the AudFree tool's main screen once you launch it.
- Step 2. Import Spotify playlist to AudFree app
- Start to import Spotify playlist to the AudFree converter. You can find and tap the music track in the web player, then tap the big + icon on the AudFree's screen. Then press the "Add to list" button to load the playlist.
- Step 3. Customize output format and parameters for Spotify Dropbox
- On Windows, go to the "Menu" bar > "Preferences" option and wait for a new window to open. While on Mac, tap AudFree Spotify Music Converter at the top-left on your system and choose Preferences. Here, choose the Conversion option and choose the audio format you wish to convert your playlist into. Likewise, you can also customize other output parameters, like audio channel, sample rate, bit rate, etc. for Dropbox. You can as well organize the output music library by setting the output tracks by artists or albums.
- Step 4. Start to download and convert Spotify playlist for Dropbox
- Next, confirm your entries and then click on the "Convert" button to let the app start the conversion process. The app will convert your Spotify playlists to Dropbox compatible audio files. Finally, locate them in the "Converted" folder of your computer's local storage disk.
How to Backup Spotify Music to Dropbox as Local Files
The Spotify songs are finally free from restrictions and you can now play them offline. Check these steps on how to copy Spotify offline music files to Dropbox.
Step 1. First, log in to your Dropbox account on your computer or sign up for one if you haven't installed Dropbox yet.
Step 2. Next, open the Dropbox service on your computer. Then click on the "Upload" button and choose the "Create and Upload File" option.
Step 3. Start to browse the converted Spotify playlists on your computer.
Step 4. Finally, click on the "Upload files" option to add and save music from Spotify to Dropbox. You are now free to play your playlist on Dropbox offline anytime from either your computer or mobile phone.
Part 3. Tips: How to Add Local Dropbox Files to Spotify
Sometimes, you may want to upload local files from Dropbox to Spotify for playback within the Spotify app. Here is how to do that.
For Desktop (Windows/Mac):
Step 1. From the Spotify app, go to the "Settings" option.
Step 2. Then scroll to the "Show Local Files" section under 'Your Library' and toggle the button to green.
Step 3. Finally, click the 'Add a Source' button and select your Dropbox folder. Spotify will then begin to automatically scan all the sub-directories and add the Dropbox files to its library.
For Mobile (iOS/Android):
Step 1. Ensure you have downloaded files on Dropbox for syncing. Also, make sure that your mobile device is on the same WiFi network as your desktop.
Step 2. Open the Spotify app, go to the Settings screen and find the Local Files option. Then enable it.
Step 3. Go to the Spotify app on your computer, create a playlist and add your local Dropbox files to it.
Step 4. Finally, open the playlist that contains the Dropbox files and they should appear on Spotify. Then you can play them on your mobile device.
View also: How to Add Local Files to Spotify
Part 4. FAQs about Spotify to Dropbox
Is It Legal to Upload Spotify Songs to Dropbox?
It is legal to download the Spotify music you have legally accessed for personal archival use. However, sharing these Dropbox links with others or distributing the files publicly is a violation of copyright law.
Why You Should Backup Spotify to Dropbox?
The song in Spotify may be greyed out due to licensing agreements expiration. Besides, if your Spotify account get banned or hacked, you can't access your library anymore. Also, you can't use Spotify music on other devices or platforms directly due to its copyright restrictions. In this case, you need to backup Spotify music to Dropbox as local files for use forever.
Why Won't My Dropbox Files Sync to Spotify Mobile?
Make sure both devices must be on the exact same WiFi network (no guest networks or VPNs). Or, your computer's firewall might be blocking Spotify. So, check your Windows Defender/macOS Firewall settings to allow 'Spotify.exe' on public/private networks. Besides, Spotify only supports MP3, M4P, and MP4 (audio only). It does not support FLAC or WAV for local files. Ensure you have the right file format.
Part 5. Conclusion
While there is no Dropbox Spotify integration natively, bridging the gap is easier than you think. If you simply want a backup list of your Spotify library data, the free automation method using Zapier is perfect. If you want true Spotify music ownership, keep your songs forever, play them offline, and store them safely in the cloud, AudFree Spotify Music Converter is the professional choice. It unlocks your Spotify music library, ensuring that no matter what happens to your account, the music never stops playing.
Charles Davis
Chief Editor
