How to Play Spotify on PS4 Online or Offline

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“Can I play Spotify on PS4 while gaming?”

Yes, you can! With PlayStation Music powered by Spotify, PS4 and PS5 users can stream Spotify songs, playlists, and albums directly on their consoles.

Part 1: Set Up Spotify on PS4

Good news for gamers! With Spotify now available on PS4 and PS5, you can stream your favorite tracks in the background while gaming. And yes, Spotify is free on PS4 for both Premium and Free users. Here’s how to set it up:

  1. Turn on your PS4 and go to the PlayStation Store.
  2. Search for “Spotify” and download the app.
  3. Open the Spotify app from your main menu.
  4. Log in with your existing Spotify account.
  5. Click “Link Accounts” to connect Spotify with your PS4.

:sparkles: Tip: Free users will experience ads, similar to regular Spotify use. For an ad-free experience and offline play, check out the solution in Part 3.

Part 2: Play Spotify on PS4 While Gaming

Once Spotify is linked to your PS4, you can stream music online in two main ways: using the app or Spotify Connect.

Method 1: Play Spotify via the Spotify App

  1. Launch the Spotify app from the PS4 home screen.
  2. Start playing your desired playlist or song.
  3. Press the “PS” button to return to your game while Spotify continues playing in the background.

Controlling Spotify While Gaming:

  1. Access the Quick Menu by holding the “PS” button on your controller.
  2. If “Spotify” isn’t in the Quick Menu:
  • Open Spotify, play a song, exit to the home screen, and return to your game.
  • Head to the “Music” section in the Quick Menu.
  • Customize the Quick Menu by selecting Menu Items and checking the Music box.
  1. Use the Quick Menu to switch songs, adjust volume, and scroll through playlists.

Method 2: Play Spotify via Spotify Connect

  1. Ensure your PS4 and the device with the Spotify app (phone, tablet, or computer) are on the same Wi-Fi network.
  2. Launch the Spotify app on your device.
  3. Play a song or playlist.
  4. Tap the device icon on the Spotify app.
  5. Select your PS4 from the list of available devices.
  6. Enjoy your music through your PS4 while gaming.

Part 3: Play Spotify on PS4 Offline

Internet issues can interrupt Spotify playback, but you can avoid this by playing Spotify offline using the PS4 Media Player. To do this, you’ll need to convert Spotify songs to a PS4-compatible format.

Tool Needed: AudiFab Spotify Music Converter

AudiFab Spotify Music Converter is a popular solution for both Spotify Premium and Free users. It allows you to download and convert Spotify playlists to formats like MP3, AAC (M4A), ALAC (M4A), FLAC, WAV, or AIFF while maintaining original sound quality. Once converted, you can enjoy your Spotify playlists on PS4 Media Player or other devices without ads, ensuring a seamless and uninterrupted listening experience.

How to Download Spotify for PS4 Offline Playback

Here’s how to convert Spotify music to MP3 or AAC using AudiFab Spotify Music Converter on Mac/Windows so you can play them on PS4:

  1. Import Spotify Songs into AudiFab
  • Open AudiFab Spotify Music Converter.
  • Drag and drop songs into the conversion window or copy and paste the song URL into the search box.:sparkles: Tip: Use the “Converted Filter” to avoid converting repeated songs.
  1. Set MP3 or AAC as the Output Format
  • Click the gear icon in the top right corner to enter Settings.
  • Select MP3 or AAC as the output format. You can also customize the output parameters.
  1. Convert Spotify to MP3
  • Click the “Convert” button to start downloading and converting the Spotify music. The process will be swift with up to 10x faster conversion speed.
  1. Check Converted Spotify Files
  • After conversion, go to the “Converted” section to find your MP3 files. Click the “Folder” icon to open the output folder with the Spotify MP3s.

How to Play Spotify on PS4 Offline Without Premium

  1. Transfer Spotify Songs to USB Drive
  • Plug your USB drive into your computer.
  • Create a folder named “Music” on the USB drive.
  • Drag and drop the converted Spotify MP3 files into the “Music” folder.
  • Safely remove the USB drive from your computer.
  1. Play Spotify Music Offline on PS4
  • Plug the USB drive into a USB port on your PS4.
  • Open the PlayStation Media Player app.
  • Browse and select the Spotify songs from the USB.
  • Enjoy your favorite Spotify tracks offline while gaming on your PS4.