How to Play Tidal on Galaxy Watch (All Models) [Best 3 Ways in 2026]

Quick Answer: How to Connect Tidal to Galaxy Watch

• For Galaxy Watch 3 & 4 (Tizen OS): You can install the official Tidal Wearable App from the Galaxy Store and link your active Premium account.
• For Galaxy Watch 4, 5, 6 & 7 (Wear OS): Use the Samsung Internet Browser app to access the Tidal Web Player directly on your wrist.
• Best for Offline Listening (All Models): Use a secure audio converter like AudKit Tidal Music Converter to download Tidal tracks to MP3. Transfer them to your watch to listen while running or working out—no phone or Premium subscription required.

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“I have recently purchased the new Galaxy smartwatch from their series 4. Before that, I was using an Apple watch. In my previous smartwatch, I could play Tidal music through it. But, now even after exploring the Galaxy Watch, I am unable to connect Tidal to it. Is there a way to use the Tidal Wearable app on the wrist? Please help!” – A User from Reddit.

This is a frequently discussed question among new Samsung smartwatch users. Because Samsung transitioned from Tizen OS to Wear OS, app compatibility has caused some confusion. Luckily, this guide provides the definitive answers on how to play Tidal on Galaxy Watch across all models.

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Way 1: Use the Official Tidal Wearable App (Galaxy Watch 3/4)

Samsung and Tidal previously collaborated to make it easy for users to stream music straight from the Tidal wearable application. If you are using an older model running Tizen OS, you can still use this method.

Note: This method requires an active Tidal HiFi or Premium subscription and a continuous internet connection.

Step-by-Step: Link Tidal to Galaxy Watch

Step 1. From your connected mobile phone, launch the Galaxy App Store.

Step 2. Search for the Tidal application and install the wearable version onto your phone and watch.

Step 3. Ensure your phone is connected to your watch, then launch the Tidal app on your wrist.

Step 4. From your mobile browser, navigate to link.tidal.com and log in to your Tidal account.

Step 5. Enter the authorization code displayed on your smartwatch into the website to finish the setup.

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Way 2: Access the Tidal Web Player (Galaxy Watch 4/5/6/7)

Because the Tidal Wearable app is generally limited to Tizen OS devices, users with newer Wear OS watches (like the Galaxy Watch 5, 6, or 7) might not find the app in the Google Play Store. The best workaround is to stream music via the Tidal Web Player.

How to Stream Tidal via Samsung Internet Browser

Step 1. Download and install the Samsung Internet Browser app from the Google Play Store on your watch.

Step 2.  Open the browser and navigate to listen.tidal.com.

Step 3. Sign in using your Tidal account credentials. You can now stream your favorite playlists directly from the online player on your wrist.

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Way 3. How to Play Tidal on Galaxy Watch All Models Offline for Free

While the official app and web player work fine, they have massive drawbacks: they drain your watch’s battery quickly, require an active internet connection, and demand a monthly Premium subscription.

If you want to leave your heavy phone at home while running or working out, your best option is to download Tidal tracks as local MP3 files and transfer them directly to your Galaxy Watch’s internal storage.

The Ultimate Solution: AudKit Tidal Music Converter

The AudKit Tidal Music Converter is a straightforward utility that allows you to convert and download Tidal HiFi music in three simple steps. The software lets you convert Tidal music to MP3, M4A, AAC, and other Galaxy-supported audio formats.

AudKit Tidizer software removes the protection from Tidal music. Also, it converts and downloads the Tidal music in HiFi quality without losing the originality and the ID3 tags.

Steps to Use AudKit Tidal Music Converter to Download Tidal Music

Step 1 Reset the output format and other parameterss for Tidal songs

After downloading the AudKit Tidizer Music Converter from its official website, run it on your computer. Then go to Preferences and choose Conversion from the drop-down box under Conversion. You’ll be sent to a new window where you may adjust the Tidal music output format, including sample rate, bit rate, and channel rate.

Step 2 Import Tidal music to the AudKit software

A Tidal application is included in AudKit Tidizer. Look for a playlist you wish to download using the built-in Tidal and click the Add Music button in the lower-right corner. You can add the music to the AudKit Tidizer by clicking on it. Let’s pretend you only want to listen to one song from a playlist. In that situation, you’ll need to open the playlist and select only one song to add.

Step 3 Download Tidal music for Galaxy Watch

The app will download Tidal music without premium subscription if you select the Convert tab. During the conversion, you can also add other music. After the transition is complete, click the Convert icon to access the Tidal HiFi music you’ve downloaded.

Once you are done with the above steps, you will have the Tidal music available for offline usage on your computer. These three steps are essential to proceed with the following steps that show how to transfer downloaded Tidal songs to Galaxy watches.

Steps to Transfer Downloaded Tidal Songs to Galaxy Watch

Step 1: Connect your phone with your computer and copy all the downloaded Tidal songs into your phone. You can transfer the downloaded songs by either Bluetooth or direct USB copy.

Step 2: From your phone, launch the Galaxy Watch app.

Step 3: In your Galaxy Watch, tap the ‘Add Content to Your Watch‘ option and then select ‘Add tracks‘.

Step 4: Just select all the downloaded Tidal songs and click the Done button. Those songs will be added to your wearable device afterward.

Step 5: Finally, open the Music app from your watch and directly start playing Tidal songs without the need for any subscription.

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FAQs About Playing Tidal on Galaxy Watch

1. Why can’t I find the Tidal app on my Galaxy Watch 5 or 6?

This is due to a change in the operating system. Older models like the Galaxy Watch 3 run on Samsung’s proprietary Tizen OS, which has an official Tidal wearable app in the Galaxy Store. However, starting with the Galaxy Watch 4, Samsung switched to Google’s Wear OS. Currently, there is no official Tidal app available in the Wear OS Google Play Store. For newer models, you must use the Tidal Web Player via a browser or transfer locally converted MP3 files.

2. Can I listen to Tidal on Galaxy Watch without my phone?

Yes, you can absolutely listen phone-free, which is perfect for running or working out. There are two ways to do this:

• Official Method: If you have an older Tizen OS watch and a Tidal Premium subscription, you can download playlists directly within the Tidal wearable app for offline listening.
• Alternative Method (All Models): Use the AudKit Tidal Music Converter to download your Tidal tracks as MP3s to your computer. Once you transfer these local files to your Galaxy Watch’s internal storage, you can pair your Bluetooth earbuds directly to the watch and leave your phone at home.

3. Can I play Tidal on my smartwatch without a Premium subscription?

Officially, no. Tidal requires an active HiFi or Premium subscription to access its wearable application and web player. However, if you use a third-party tool like the AudKit Tidal Music Converter, you can download and save Tidal music locally. Once the tracks are saved as standard audio files, you can play them on your Galaxy Watch forever, even if your Tidal subscription expires.

4. How much local storage does the Galaxy Watch have for music?

Most modern Galaxy Watches (like the Watch 4, 5, and 6) come with 16GB of total internal storage, though the OS and apps will take up a portion of that. Typically, you have about 7GB to 8GB of free space. Since a high-quality 320kbps MP3 song takes up roughly 8MB to 10MB, you can easily store around 800 to 1,000 offline tracks directly on your wrist.

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In Conclusion

Smartwatches are becoming just as essential as smartphones, and taking your music on the go is a must-have feature. While you can opt to play Tidal on your Galaxy Watch using the official wearable app or the web player, these methods tie you down to a continuous internet connection and expensive subscriptions.

For the ultimate freedom, we highly recommend using the AudKit Tidal Music Converter. By converting your favorite Tidal playlists to unprotected MP3 files, you guarantee permanent, offline playback on your Galaxy Watch—allowing you to crush your fitness goals with your favorite soundtrack, completely phone-free.

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