How to Add Spotify Music to OneDrive

Part 1. Can You Transfer Spotify Music to OneDrive Directly?

Before we fix the problem, it helps to understand why it exists. When you hit "Download" on Spotify Premium, you aren't downloading an MP3 file that you can play anywhere. You are downloading a cached, encrypted file (usually in Ogg Vorbis format) that is locked inside the Spotify app.

If you try to locate these cache files on your computer and add Spotify music to OneDrive by simply copying them, they will be useless. OneDrive won't know how to play them, and neither will your phone.

The Myth of OneDrive Spotify Integration (Zapier & IFTTT)

You might have seen search results suggesting tools like Zapier or IFTTT to "connect" the two services. It is crucial to understand what these tools actually do:

• What they DO: They can create a text document in your OneDrive folder every time you save a track on Spotify (e.g., MySavedSongs.txt).
• What they DO NOT DO: They cannot transfer the actual audio file.

To successfully save Spotify music to OneDrive, we need a bridge—a tool that can unlock the encrypted cache and convert it into a standard format like MP3 or FLAC.

Part 2. How to Download Music from Spotify to OneDrive

Since we cannot move the encrypted files, we need to convert them first. This is where a dedicated tool like DRmare Spotify Music Converter becomes essential.

I recommend this specific tool for OneDrive backup because of how it handles ID3 Tags (Metadata). When you upload 1,000 songs to the cloud, you don't want a mess of files named track01.mp3. You need the Artist, Album, Year, and Cover Art embedded in the file so that OneDrive (and other cloud players) can organize them correctly.

Step-by-Step: Convert and Add Spotify Music to OneDrive

Step 1Log In and Customize Output Settings

Launch DRmare Spotify Music Converter and log into your account using the built-in Spotify web player. Before selecting songs, click the menu icon in the top-right corner and go to Preferences > Convert. Here, set the output format to MP3 (recommended for OneDrive compatibility) and adjust the quality settings to your preference.

Step 2Add Your Playlists to the Converter

Browse the web player to find the specific songs, playlists, or albums you want to transfer to OneDrive. Drag and drop the content directly onto the green "Music" icon located at the bottom-right corner of the screen. A list will appear; simply click "Add to list" to confirm your selection.

Step 3Convert and Locate Your Audio Files

Click the "Convert" button to begin downloading the tracks. The software will strip the encryption and save them as standard audio files on your computer. Once finished, go to the "Converted" tab to view your songs—these files are now fully unlocked and ready for your OneDrive upload.

How to Upload Spotify Music to OneDrive Folder

Now that you have the actual files, the rest is straightforward, but there is a specific way to organize them to avoid future headaches.

Step 1. Locate the output folder where DRmare saved your converted music. You should see that the software has automatically organized your songs into folders by Artist and Album (if you kept the default settings).

Step 2. Open your OneDrive folder in File Explorer (Windows) or Finder (Mac). If you don't have the desktop app installed, you can open OneDrive in your web browser, but the desktop app is much faster for large transfers.

Step 3. Create a dedicated folder named "Music" or "Spotify Backup" in your OneDrive.

Step 4. Drag your converted folders into this directory. Watch for the OneDrive sync icons (usually small blue arrows) to turn into green checkmarks. This indicates the Spotify music download is complete and safe in the cloud.

Using Your OneDrive Music Library

Congratulations! You now have a permanent OneDrive backup of your music. But apart from safety, here are two powerful ways to actually use these files.

Scenario A: Sync Spotify Local Files via OneDrive

This is a feature many people misunderstand. You can use OneDrive to sync your "Local Files" between two computers (like your Desktop and Laptop) and play them inside the Spotify app.

However, there is a technical trap you must avoid when you connect Spotify and OneDrive this way:

Step 1. On your second computer (the one you want to sync to), open the OneDrive folder containing your music.

Step 2. Crucial Step: Right-click the folder and select "Always keep on this device".

If you skip this, OneDrive might keep the files as "Online-only" placeholders to save space. Spotify cannot play "Online-only" files; it needs the actual file to be physically on the hard drive.

Step 3. Open Spotify, go to Settings, toggle "Local Files" on, and add your OneDrive music folder as a source. Your converted songs will now appear in your Library, synced perfectly via the cloud.

Scenario B: Stream OneDrive Music on Android or iPhone

OneDrive's built-in web player is very basic—it plays one song at a time and often stops. It is not great for listening to albums.

Since you now have standard MP3s in the cloud, you can use third-party "Cloud Player" apps on your phone, such as CloudPlayer, Astiga, or BubbleUPnP.

These apps connect directly to your OneDrive account, scan the Spotify music you just uploaded, and build a beautiful library with cover art and playlists. It essentially creates your own private streaming service with zero monthly fees, and you never have to worry about Spotify removing your favorite tracks again.

Part 3. Final Thoughts

Spotify music to OneDrive transfer isn't as simple as a drag-and-drop, but the effort to set it up is worth it. By converting your library with tools like DRmare, you move from "renting" your music to "owning" it.

Whether you want to save storage space on your phone, create a secure backup, or just have the freedom to use different music players, you now have total control over your digital collection.