Can you add Spotify songs to Snapchat stories?

Yes, it is possible to add Spotify songs to Snapchat stories. There are a few different ways to do this depending on whether you are using an iOS or Android device. The main options are to record the song playing in Spotify with a screen recording app or use a third party app developed specifically for adding music to Snapchat.

Method 1: Screen Record on iOS

One way to add Spotify songs to Snapchat stories on an iPhone is to make a screen recording of the song playing in the Spotify app and then upload that video to your Snapchat story. Here are the steps:

1. Open the Spotify app and start playing the song you want to add.
2. Open the Screen Recording feature on your iPhone. To do this, swipe down from the top-right corner of the screen to open Control Center, then tap the Screen Recording icon which looks like a circle inside a square.
3. Tap “Start Recording” and your phone will begin recording your screen.
4. Let the Spotify song play for as long as you want it to be in your Snapchat story.
5. When finished, tap the red banner at the top of the screen to stop recording.
6. Open Snapchat and tap the circle button at the bottom to start a new story.
7. Tap the Music note icon and select the screen recording you just made of the Spotify song.
8. Trim the clip if needed and add any other effects/stickers.
9. Tap “Send To” and select “My Story” to post it.

The screen recording method makes it easy to capture any Spotify song on an iOS device. Just make sure to trim the video to the desired length for your Snapchat story.

Method 2: Screen Record on Android

The process for recording a Spotify song on Android is very similar with just a few small differences:

1. Open the Spotify app and start playing the desired song.
2. Open your Android’s screen recorder from the notification shade. For example, on a Samsung device you would swipe down from the top and tap the Screen Recorder icon.
3. Tap Start to begin recording your screen.
4. Let the song play for as long as you want it in your Snapchat story.
5. Stop the screen recorder when finished.
6. Open Snapchat, tap the circle button, and select the screen recording to add it to your story.
7. Trim and edit as needed before posting.

The steps are very similar. The only difference is accessing your device’s built-in screen recording function rather than using the iPhone’s Control Center.

Method 3: Use SoundCloud with iOS Workflow App

Here is another possible workaround for iOS users without having to do a manual screen recording:

1. First, upload the Spotify song file to SoundCloud. You can do this by downloading the song on your computer from Spotify, then uploading it to SoundCloud.
2. On your iPhone, download the Workflow app from the App Store. This helpful utility app can automate processes and actions on your iPhone.
3. Open Workflow and tap the search icon at the top right.
4. Search for “SoundCloud” and select the “Get SoundCloud Audio” workflow.
5. Tap it, then enter the link to the SoundCloud track you uploaded. It will now be downloaded to your iPhone.
6. You can now open Snapchat, tap the Music note icon, and select the downloaded SoundCloud clip to add to your Story!

While a bit more complex, this method avoids having to do a manual screen recording. The Workflow app lets you download any SoundCloud track right to your iPhone camera roll to then access in Snapchat.

Method 4: Use Spotify Story Feature (Unavailable for Some)

Some Snapchat users have reported seeing a new feature that allows you to add Spotify songs directly within Snapchat. However, this feature does not appear to be available to all users yet.

If you do have access, here is how it works:

1. In the Snapchat app, tap the circle button to start a new Story.
2. Swipe through the tabs at the bottom and look for the Spotify icon.
3. Tap the Spotify icon and you should be able to browse and select songs from your Spotify playlists and library to add to your Story.
4. Trim/edit the song how you want and post it to your Story!

This is the most seamless way to add Spotify music to Snapchat, but again it is not yet available to all users. Snapchat appears to be testing the feature slowly.

Method 5: Use Third-Party Apps

There are also a couple of third-party apps that offer the ability to add Spotify music to Snapchat:

TunedIn

TunedIn is an app made specifically for using music in Snapchat Stories. Here is how it works:

1. Download and install the TunedIn app on your iPhone or Android device.
2. Open the app and tap “Add Music to My Story.”
3. Search for a song or playlist on Spotify and select it.
4. Trim the clip as needed, then tap “Post To Snapchat.”

TunedIn will create a video clip with the Spotify song and automatically upload it to your Snapchat Story.

SnapJam

SnapJam is another option made by the parent company of Spotify. Here is how to use it:

1. Get the SnapJam app on your device’s app store.
2. Open SnapJam and log in with your Spotify account.
3. Search for songs/playlists and tap the plus button to add them to your SnapJam playlist.
4. Open Snapchat, tap the Music note icon, and select SnapJam to access your playlist.
5. Preview the clips and post the ones you want to your Story.

Apps like TunedIn and SnapJam provide easy ways to get Spotify music into Snapchat without having to do your own screen recording.

Things to Keep in Mind

When adding Spotify music to Snapchat Stories, keep the following in mind:

• Screen recordings may not have the highest audio quality, so the song may not sound as good.
• Uploading songs to SoundCloud and downloading with Workflow avoids quality loss but is more complex.
• The Spotify integration in Snapchat itself provides the best experience but is not yet widely available.
• Third party apps make it easy but often have limits on length of clips.
• Always check that you have the rights to share a song file before posting it publicly.
• Snapchat compresses videos, so very long clips can be degraded in quality.

In summary, it is possible to add songs from Spotify to your Snapchat Story, but the exact method depends on your device type and OS. Taking the time to do a high quality screen recording, use a third party app, or wait for Spotify integration leads to the best experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some common questions about adding Spotify to Snapchat stories:

Does Snapchat have a deal with Spotify to add music?

Not officially yet. Snapchat has been testing deeper Spotify integration in some markets, allowing adding songs straight within Snapchat. But there has been no widespread rollout or official partnership announced.

What are the best third party apps for Spotify and Snapchat?

Some top options are TunedIn and SnapJam. Both make it easy to grab music from Spotify and convert it into a video for Snapchat. SnapJam may provide better quality since it comes from Spotify’s parent company.

Can I add a whole Spotify playlist to Snapchat?

Unfortunately, no. Even with third-party apps you can only add one song at a time. The only current option is to manually screen record an entire playlist, then break it up into multiple Snapchat videos.

Is adding Spotify songs to Snapchat legal?

There are some copyright considerations if you do not own the rights to the music. Generally for personal use it should be fine, but public posting or monetization could get your Snapchat account flagged. Use music responsibly.

Will the quality be reduced?

Usually yes, especially for long clips. Screen recording then compressing in Snapchat can degrade audio quality somewhat. Using SnapJam or waiting for official Spotify integration will provide better results.

Conclusion

Adding Spotify music to Snapchat is possible on both iPhones and Android devices through screen recording, SoundCloud workflows, third party apps, or Spotify/Snapchat’s own integrations. Consider audio quality, copyrights, and clip length when posting music. While not yet available for all, deeper integration between the two apps is expected in the future as social media and music streaming continue converging.