How to Link Spotify to Rekordbox [Latest]

💡 Quick Answer (TL;DR):

Since Rekordbox only supports streaming from Beatport, SoundCloud, and TIDAL, the only way to use Spotify music is to download Spotify tracks as local audio files (MP3, WAV, FLAC) using a reliable third-party converter, and then import those local files directly into your Rekordbox library.

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Want to mix Spotify tracks in Rekordbox? Here is the hard truth: you cannot directly link Spotify to Rekordbox. In July 2020, Spotify officially revoked its integration with all third-party DJ software.

But don’t worry. You don’t have to give up your carefully curated Spotify playlists. In this guide, we will show you the most effective workaround to use Spotify on Rekordbox across Windows, Mac, iPhone, and Android devices.

• Part 1. Does Rekordbox Work with Spotify
• Part 2. How to Make Rekordbox Spotify Work – Best Tool
• Part 3. How to Use Spotify on Rekordbox for Windows/Mac
• Part 4. How to Connect Rekordbox to Spotify for iPhone/Android
• Part 5. FAQs about Rekordbox Spotify
• Part 6. Conclusion

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Part 1. Does Rekordbox Work with Spotify

No, Rekordbox does not have native support for Spotify.

If you open Rekordbox’s streaming tab today, you will find options for Beatport LINK, SoundCloud, and TIDAL. Spotify is entirely absent. Furthermore, Spotify encodes its streaming music in an encrypted Ogg Vorbis format, which Rekordbox cannot read. Rekordbox strictly requires standard, DRM-free audio formats like MP3, WAV, AAC, and AIFF.

To bridge this gap, you must download your Spotify playlists locally and convert them into a DJ-friendly format.

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Part 2. How to Make Rekordbox Spotify Work – Best Tool

To unlock Spotify music for your DJ sets, you need a dedicated tool to bypass the format restrictions. AudKit Spotify Music Converter is widely regarded as one of the best solutions for DJs.

This software allows you to download and convert Spotify songs directly into MP3, WAV, AAC, or FLAC. For club DJs, we highly recommend exporting in WAV or FLAC, as AudKit maintains the 100% original lossless audio quality required for professional sound systems.

Crucially, it also preserves raw metadata (ID3 tags). This means when you load the tracks into Rekordbox, the track title, artist, album, and artwork will display perfectly, keeping your DJ library organized.

How to Convert Spotify Music to Rekordbox Compatible Audio

AudKit Spotify Music Converter will help you to convert the Spotify music for DJing on Rekordbox. It is available for both Mac and Windows users for the conversion of Spotify songs at an extremely fast speed with lossless quality. Here are detailed steps to make Rekordbox Spotify integration. 

Preparation Download and Register to the converter

Go to AudKit’s main site and download it for your Mac or Windows device. Then click the icon to launch it. Meanwhile, the Spotify app will open automatically. Now you have to register to the AudKit converter to experience its all features. Go to the menu and then click the ‘Register‘ option. Enter your licensed email and registration code and activate the full version.

Step 1 Add songs from Spotify to AudKit SpotiLab

You can browse and choose Spotify songs from the Spotify app. When you have chosen, then right-click on it. Choose the ‘Share‘ and then ‘Copy Song Link‘ option. Paste the copied link into the search box on the converter’s interface. Click on the ‘+‘ tab to import it. You can also drag and drop the songs from the Spotify app to the AudKit converter.

Step 2 Customize the output parameters for Rekordbox

After adding music files to the converter, you can customize the settings according to the device. From the top taskbar, go to the ‘Menu‘ and choose the ‘Preferences‘ > ‘Convert‘ option. You can choose the output format such as MP3, AAC, FLAC, WAV, M4A, or M4B, and also edit the parameters like bit rate, sample rate, channel, or codec. It also allows you to reset the speed for a more stable conversion.

Step 3 Convert Spotify to Rekordbox Supported Audio Files

Once you have set all the parameters, you can start the conversion. Click the ‘Convert‘ button from the bottom-right corner so that the AudKit Spotify Music Converter will convert Spotify to MP3 or other Rekordbox-supported format. When it is done, the downloaded files will be saved in the local folder. You can locate it by smashing the folder icon on the bottom.

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Part 3. How to Use Spotify on Rekordbox for Windows/Mac

Now that you have your Spotify tracks saved as local audio files, getting them into Rekordbox is incredibly straightforward. Choose one of the three methods below:

Method 1. Import via the File Menu

Step 1. Open Rekordbox on your desktop and switch to Performance Mode or Export Mode.
Step 2. Click on “File” in the top menu bar, then select “Import” > “Import Folder”.
Step 3. Locate the folder where AudKit saved your Spotify music, and click Open. The tracks will populate your collection.

Method 2. Drag and Drop to Create Playlists

Step 1. Look at the left panel in Rekordbox.
Step 2. Right-click “Playlists” and select “Create New Playlist”. Name it (e.g., “Spotify Mix”).
Step 3. Open your computer’s file explorer. Drag your converted Spotify audio files and drop them directly into the new playlist.

Method 3. Sync via iTunes/Apple Music

Step 1. If you already added your local Spotify music to iTunes, Rekordbox can read it automatically.
Step 2. Open Rekordbox, look at the left tree view, and click the iTunes dropdown.
Step 3. Find your Spotify playlist, right-click, and select “Import Playlist”.

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Part 4. How to Connect Rekordbox to Spotify for iPhone/Android

Mixing on the go? The Rekordbox mobile app allows you to prepare tracks and DJ from your phone. Here is how to transfer your converted Spotify songs to the mobile app.

Step 1. Connect your iPhone or Android to your computer via USB (or ensure both are on the same Wi-Fi network for wireless sync).

Step 2. Open the Rekordbox desktop software. Click “Search Mobile” at the bottom left, and select your connected device.

Step 3. On your phone, open the Rekordbox app. Tap the Connect to Mac/Windows icon.

Step 4. Right-click the converted Spotify tracks on your desktop Rekordbox, and select “Mobile Library Sync” > “Transfer to mobile device”.

Step 5. Open the “Collection” tab on your mobile Rekordbox. Your Spotify tracks are now ready for mobile mixing!

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Part 5. FAQs about Rekordbox Spotify

Q1: Can I use Spotify music on Rekordbox without downloading it?

A: No. Because Rekordbox lacks official Spotify integration, you cannot stream directly. You must use a tool like AudKit to download the tracks locally first.

Q2: Will Spotify ever return to DJ software like Rekordbox?

A: It is highly unlikely in the near future. Spotify changed its terms of service to restrict third-party DJ platforms from using its catalog to prioritize standard user listening experiences.

Q3: What streaming services DO work with Rekordbox natively?

A: If you strictly want to stream without downloading, you will need a premium subscription to Beatport Streaming, Beatsource, SoundCloud Go+, or TIDAL.

Q4: Can I export these Spotify songs to a USB for CDJs?

A: Yes! Once you convert the Spotify tracks to MP3 or WAV using AudKit, they act as normal audio files. You can use Rekordbox Export Mode to sync them to a USB stick and play them on Pioneer CDJs/XDJs at any club.

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Conclusion

Directly connecting Spotify to Rekordbox is no longer possible, but it doesn’t mean your DJing has to stop. By using the AudKit Spotify Music Converter, you can easily download your entire Spotify library into standard audio formats like MP3 or WAV.

Not only does this workaround let you mix Spotify tracks on Windows, Mac, and mobile, but it also gives you permanent offline files. You will never have to worry about a bad club Wi-Fi connection ruining your set again. Download the AudKit tool today and start building your ultimate Rekordbox collection.

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