If you’re thinking about switching from Spotify to Apple Music, you probably don’t want to lose your carefully crafted playlists. While the process isn’t simple, it is possible to convert a Spotify playlist to Apple Music if you want to. Here’s how to do it on desktop and mobile devices:
- Open the Spotify app on your desktop or mobile device.
- Click on the “Convert Playlist” button in the top left corner of the main screen.
- Enter a name for your new playlist and click on the “Convert” button.
- The playlist will be converted into an Apple Music playlist and will be available in your account under “My Playlists.”
Using SongShift to Convert a Spotify Playlist to Apple Music on iOS
There isn’t a built-in way to convert a Spotify playlist to Apple Music, but you can use an app called SongShift to do this on iOS. Similar apps like STAMP exist for Android users.
SongShift is a music transfer tool that allows you to move your music library between several different music streaming platforms. It supports Spotify and Apple Music, as well as other platforms like Deezer and YouTube Music. You can review song matches and cancel any mismatched songs during the transfer process.
To start, download and install SongShift from the App Store, then open the app. Tap the SongShift icon at the bottom of the screen to begin the transfer process.
Tap the Setup source option at the next screen. This will take you to a new screen where you can choose between two options:
- Use my Google account: If you have a Google account, this is the option you want to choose. You’ll be prompted to sign in, and then your device will be set up with the latest updates from Google.
- Use a new or existing wireless network: If you don’t have a Google account, or if you want to use an alternate wireless network, choose this option. You’ll be prompted for your network’s name and password. Once you’ve entered these details, your device will be set up using that network. ..
Tap the Connect more option to connect with people you know more easily.
Spotify is a music streaming service that you can use to listen to your favorite songs. To use Spotify, you need to connect your account with your Spotify account details. Once you have connected your account, use the Spotify option to listen to your favorite songs.
Apple Music by locating Apple Music and pressing Connect, then signing in with your Apple Music account details.
If you have both Spotify and Pandora connected to your account, return to the Shift setup screen and press Setup source again. Select Pandora as your setup source, then tap Playlist. ..
Copy the playlist or playlists you want to copy from Spotify to Apple Music from the Source Playlist screen.
To begin transferring your playlist to Apple Music:
- Tap Setup destination to begin transferring your playlist to Apple Music.
- Select Apple Music as the destination, then tap New Playlist.
Confirm the new playlist name and tap I’m Finished to begin the transfer process. ..
Converting Spotify to Apple Music Playlist Matches using SongShift
The SongShift app and service will allow you to copy your Spotify playlist options to Apple Music. Some songs will not transfer, but the app and service will have other artists and bands available for playback.
Apple Music requires you to create a playlist before it will allow SongShift to create playlists for you.
Once the playlist transfer is complete, tap your playlist in the SongShift screen, and under the Ready for Review section, to see if it’s ready for review.
The Match Review screen will list the various songs from your Spotify playlist and compare them with the matches SongShift has found on Apple Music. You can edit any song matches by tapping the edit icon next to an entry.
If you have any failed matches, press the Ignore button under the Failed Matches section to remove them from your new Apple Music playlist. If you have a SongShift Pro premium subscription, you can also tap Re-Match to manually search for an equivalent song.If you’re happy with the choices, tap the Confirm Matches button.
Apple Music will begin copying your new playlist to its own music service at this point. Once the process has completed, you’ll be able to play your playlist in the Apple Music app on your iOS device and on other platforms.
Converting Spotify Playlists To Apple Music Online
If you want to convert a Spotify playlist to Apple Music on other platforms, like Windows or macOS, you could use an online service like Soundiiz. This works in a similar way to SongShift, copying your playlists from one music streaming service to another. ..
Soundiiz, a music streaming platform, requires a premium Soundiiz subscription if you want to copy playlists from one platform to another. If this is a problem, consider using SongShift or STAMP instead.
Soundiiz is a new music streaming service that you can use to listen to your favorite songs offline. To use Soundiiz, you’ll need to register for a Soundiiz account and sign in. Once registered and signed in, head to the Soundiiz web app on your browser. Press the Spotify icon on the left, then press Connect.
To sign in to your Spotify account, you will need to use your login details. Once Spotify is connected, you can repeat the steps for Apple Music by pressing the Apple Music icon on the left and clicking Connect. Use your Apple Music account details to log in at this stage. ..
To play music from one service on another, you’ll need to connect your Spotify and Apple Music accounts. To do this, go to the Tools section of your Soundiiz account, and select the Platform to Platform option. This will allow you to play music from either service on the other. ..
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To transfer your playlists from Spotify to Apple Music, check the “Press the Playlists checkbox” and click “Confirm my selection.” ..
The Begin the transfer button at the final stage starts the playlist transfer.
If you’ve been using Spotify to listen to your music offline, all of your saved playlists will transfer over to Apple Music at this point. You can view the progress of this, including any missed matches, by pressing the My batches tab under the Automation section in the left-hand menu.
Switching Between Streaming Services
Thanks to the rise of platforms like Apple Music and Spotify, consumers have more choice in streaming services. If you don’t like one of these services, you can consider alternatives like YouTube Music. Apple users may want to stick with switching to Apple Music, however.
- Keep your music library organized If you’re a big fan of music, keep your library organized and easy to access. You can create a custom playlist or album playlist for each song or artist that you want to keep track of. This will make it easier to find the songs you want to listen to and make sure you never miss a beat.
- Listen to your favorite songs offline If you don’t have an Apple Music account, there are ways to listen to your favorite songs offline without having to sign in. You can use the built-in listening feature on your device or use an app like Spotify or Pandora. Just be sure that the song is available on both platforms so that you can get the full experience.