How to Add Spotify Music to iMovie Free on iPhone/iPad/Mac

Part 1. Why Is iMovie Spotify Integration Not Available?

As is well known, iMovie is not compatible with any streaming platform, including Spotify, and not even with Apple's own Apple Music. The core issue with Spotify and iMovie integration lies in how Spotify delivers music and what iMovie expects.

Even with a Spotify Premium subscription, the offline Spotify tracks are encrypted cache files that can only be read by the Spotify app. It prevents Spotify playlists from being used in other applications.

iMovie, on the other hand, needs standard, unprotected audio files to work with. It readily accepts formats like MP3, AAC, M4A, WAV, and AIFF, stored locally on your device or in iCloud. To get your desired Spotify songs into iMovie, you need to perform two essential steps: remove the DRM protection and convert the audio track into an iMovie-compatible format. This might sound technical, but specialized software can handle this process smoothly.

Part 2. Best Tool to Add Spotify Music to iMovie

Even a Premium subscription doesn't provide common files that iMovie can read. To make this work, you can use DRmare Spotify Music Converter to navigate the hurdle. It's well-designed to download Spotify songs to MP3, AIFF, M4A, M4B, WAV and FLAC local files. It doesn't require a Spotify Premium account and downloads music at 15X faster speed. With just one click, you can get iMovie-supported audio files from Spotify saved on your computer.

It maintains lossless sound quality and complete ID3 tags such as title, album cover, etc. Even better, you can customize the output quality, including channels, sample rate, bitrate, and more. Once you get Spotify songs, you can add Spotify songs to iMovie projects without any restrictions.

How to Convert Spotify Music for iMovie

The following is the complete tutorial for using DRmare Spotify Music Converter to get protected-free music from Spotify on your Mac computer. With the help of this tool, you can easily convert Spotify to MP3, etc. and put Spotify music on iMovie and set it as background music for your video projects.

Step 1Access and select your desired Spotify content

Launch the newest version of DRmare Spotify Music Converter on your Mac. Unlike the previous version, you'll now see an integrated Spotify web player directly in the interface, no separate Spotify app needed. Sign in to your Spotify account within DRmare and browse to find the perfect soundtrack for your iMovie project. When you've discovered the tracks you want, simply click the green "Music" icon in the bottom-right corner and select "Add to list" to import your selections. The software will quickly process your chosen content, displaying all tracks in the main interface.

Step 2Optimize your audio settings for iMovie compatibility

For Mac users, click the "DRmare Spotify Music Converter from the Apple menu bar, then select "Preferences" to access the conversion settings. Within the "Conversion" section, select an iMovie-friendly format such as MP3 or M4A for optimal compatibility. You can further refine your audio by adjusting the bit rate (higher values for better quality), sample rate, and channel configuration. These customizations ensure your Spotify tracks will integrate perfectly with your iMovie project while maintaining excellent audio quality. After configuring your settings to match your project requirements, click "OK" to apply your changes.

Step 3Transform your Spotify music for iMovie integration

With your tracks selected and settings optimized, navigate to the "Converting" tab and click the "Convert" button to begin processing your Spotify music. The software will efficiently transform your selections into DRM-free audio files that work seamlessly with iMovie. When conversion completes, find your processed tracks under the "Converted" tab. These files are now stored locally on your Mac as unprotected audio files, ready for import into iMovie. For quick access to your newly converted tracks, click the folder icon to open the destination directory, then simply drag and drop these files into your iMovie project to create the perfect soundtrack for your video creation.

Part 3. How to Add Music to iMovie from Spotify on iPhone/iPad

If you are using iMovie for iOS devices, you need to first sync the downloaded Spotify music files to your iPhone or iPad. Now follow the below steps to learn how to add music from Spotify to iMovie on iPhone and iPad for free.

Sync Spotify Music to iPhone/iPad

Step 1. Connect your iPhone or iPad to your Mac with a USB cable or Wi-Fi connection.

Step 2. Open Finder and then select your device in the sidebar.

Step 3. Click on the 'Music' tab and then select 'Sync music onto [your device name]'.

Step 4. You can choose 'Selected artists, albums, genres, and playlists' and then choose the folder that contains your converted Spotify songs. Then click 'Apply'.

Get Spotify Music on iMovie on iPhone/iPad

Step 1. Open iMovie on your iPhone/iPad and add your video clip.

Step 2. Select the '+' button to start to import music from Spotify to iMovie.

Step 3. Tap the 'Audio' button. Then you can hit 'My Music' to select songs that are stored in your device.

Step 4. Select the Spotify songs you want to add to iMovie. Then tap it for previewing.

Part 4. How to Add a Song to iMovie from Spotify on Mac

It would be easier to add songs to iMovie from Spotify on Mac. Because you have got local Spotify songs on your Mac computer. Here are two ways to get songs from Spotify to iMovie on Mac.

Part 5. How to Add Music from Spotify to iMovie on iPhone/iPad via Screen Recording

Your iPhone allows you to record audio directly using the Screen Recording function under the Control Center. It makes it possible to record Spotify music with videos for use in iMovie projects. Let's see how to get music on iMovie from Spotify on iOS device directly via this function.

Screen Record Spotify Music on iPhone/iPad

Step 1. Open Settings on your iPhone or iPad and navigate to Control Center. Under More Controls, locate Screen Recording and tap the 'Add (+)' button to move it to the included controls.

Step 2. Open the Spotify app and select and play the track you wish to record and use in iMovie. Swipe down or up to open the Control Center again and click the 'Record' button to begin recording.

Step 3. Tap the 'Record' button again or tap the 'Red' icon at the top of screen to stop recording process. The Spotify file will be saved automatically in your Camera Roll.

Add Recorded Spotify Music to iMovie on iPhone/iPad

Step 1. Launch iMovie on your iPhone or iPad, and open an existing project or start a New Project.

Step 2. Tap 'Add (+)' button, then go to 'Video'. Locate the recorded Spotify file in your Camera Roll.

Step 3. Select the screen video with Spotify music recording and tap the 'More (three dots)' button. Choose 'Audio Only' to extract the soundtrack. The extracted Spotify music will now appear in your iMovie timeline.

Part 6. How to Use Spotify Music in iMovie

Once your Spotify tracks are successfully imported, the real magic happens in the editing phase. iMovie offers several intuitive tools to make your music feel like a professional soundtrack rather than just background noise. Here are the essential tips for mastering your Spotify audio in iMovie:

1. Precision Trimming and Splitting

Sometimes you only need a specific hook or chorus from a song. You can tap the audio clip in the timeline and simply drag the yellow edge handles to shorten it. If you want to remove a section in the middle, move the playhead to the desired spot, tap the clip, and select Split. You can then delete the unwanted segment or move it elsewhere.

2. Perfecting the Volume (Ducking)

If you don't want your music to drown out the dialogue or important sound effects, you can tap the audio clip and select the Volume icon. You can slide the percentage up or down (up to 400% if the original file is too quiet).

Besides, iMovie for Mac has a "Lower volume of other clips" feature that automatically lowers the music whenever someone is speaking in the video track.

3. Smooth Transitions with Fades

A sudden stop in music can feel jarring to the viewer.

• Fade Handles: On Mac, hover over the beginning or end of an audio clip to find the small gray circles (fade handles). Drag them horizontally to create a smooth fade-in or fade-out.



• On iOS: Tap the audio clip, then tap the Filters/Audio icon to find the "Fade" option. This ensures your video ends on a polished, professional note.

4. Aligning Beats with "Audio Markers"

For high-energy videos (like travel vlogs or montages), you want your video cuts to match the beat of the music. While listening to the song in iMovie on Mac, press the M key to drop a marker on the beat. You can then easily "snap" your video clips to these markers for a rhythmic, TikTok-style edit.

5. Detach Audio for More Control

If you decide to use the audio from a music video you've imported, you can right-click (or tap) the video and select Detach Audio. This turns the audio into a separate green bar, allowing you to move the music independently of the visuals.

Part 7. FAQs about Putting Music on iMovie from Spotify

Part 8. In Conclusion

With a user-friendly interface and versatile features, iMovie is the go-to platform for creating captivating videos for Apple fans. Now with the assistance of DRmare Spotify Music Converter, you can seamlessly incorporate your favorite Spotify tunes into your iMovie video creations.