How to Download Spotify Music to USB Free for Offline Playback

Part 1. Can You Download Music from Spotify to USB Free?

The answer could vary based on your different purpose. If you just want to save downloaded Spotify songs to a USB flash drive instead of your computer's internal storage to free up your storage, the short answer is yes. Follow these steps to do it:

How to Change Spotify Storage Location to USB

Step 1. Insert your USB drive into the computer. If prompted, format the drive to the correct file system (usually FAT32).

Step 2. Open the Spotify app on your desktop. Go to "Settings" > "Storage". Scroll down to Offline storage location.

Step 3. Click "Change location" and select your USB drive as the new storage destination.

Step 4. Click the "Download" button next to each item to put it directly on your USB drive for free.

Can You Transfer Music from Spotify to USB Stick for Playback?

While Spotify Premium allows you to download Spotify songs to a USB for free, when you locate them on your device, you can find that they are cache files with unknown data. The files saved on the USB are encrypted and only playable by the Spotify app on that specific device while the USB drive is connected.

To download Spotify playlists to a USB drive for offline listening, there is no a straightforward, official way. You need a Spotify to USB converter, like DRmare Spotify Music Converter that can remove DRM protection and convert the songs into a compatible local format. You can read the following part to achieve this goal.

Part 2. How to Download Spotify Music to USB for Free Directly

To get around the DRM restrictions and download Spotify songs to USB, you can use DRmare Spotify Music Converter. It allows you to easily download and convert Spotify songs into formats like MP3, FLAC, or WAV, making them compatible with USB drives and external hard drives. The software preserves the original audio quality, maintains metadata such as artist information, and supports batch conversion for efficiency.

DRmare Spotify to USB Converter

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• Remove DRM to enjoy Spotify music on any device via USB
• Export Spotify tracks in MP3, M4A, FLAC, and more formats
• No premium account needed to download Spotify playlists
• Simple interface for drag-and-drop Spotify conversions

This tool allows you to set the output folder for downloaded Spotify music. You can insert a USB drive into your computer's USB port, and choose your USB drive as the destination, enabling you to download music from Spotify to your USB stick for free directly.

How to Download Spotify Playlist to USB Free

Step 1Add Spotify music to DRmare Spotify to USB Converter

After inserting the USB flash drive, wait for the computer to recognize it. Then open DRmare Spotify Music Converter, you can see the built-in Spotify Web Player within the main interface. You can browse your favorite songs and click the "Add" > "Add to List" button to load them. Alternatively, copy and paste Spotify music links into DRmare's search box at the top and click the "Download" button to import them.

Step 2Set Spotify output folder as USB

DRmare Spotify to USB Converter lets you change the output destination folder. Simply click the Menu > Preferences > "Output" box to choose your USB folder. Afterward, all your downloaded Spotify songs will save directly to your USB folder. You can also click the Conversion to customize the audio format, channels, sample rate, and bitrate of Spotify tunes.

Step 3Download Spotify music to USB free

Finally, you can press the "Convert" button to start saving all added songs from Spotify to your USB folder. Once the download is complete, you can find your offline Spotify music in the "Converted" section with a red tip. You can also check them by going directly to the USB folder on your computer. These Spotify music files are available for you to save and use anywhere.

Part 3. How to Put Music on a USB from Spotify from Computer

If you prefer to store Spotify music files on your computer first and then copy them to a USB drive, DRmare Spotify Music Converter makes it easy to do so. Below, we provide detailed steps to put Spotify songs and playlists on a USB stick from both Windows computer and Mac.

Prepare Your USB Drive for Universal Compatibility

This is the step most people skip, leading to the "File Not Supported" error on car dashboards. Most hardware players, including car stereos, DJ decks, and smart TVs, require a specific file system to read data correctly.

• Format to FAT32: This is the most compatible file system for audio hardware.
• Capacity Limits: Windows often struggles to format drives larger than 32GB to FAT32 natively.
• Third-Party Tools: If you have a 64GB or 128GB drive, use a tool like Rufus to force the FAT32 format.

Before moving your downloaded Spotify music, right-click your USB drive in "This PC", select "Format", and ensure "FAT32" is selected under the File System dropdown. Be aware that formatting will erase all existing data on the drive.

How to Copy Spotify Playlists to USB Stick from Windows PC

Step 1. Insert a USB memory stick into the USB port of your Windows computer. Wait for the device to be recognized and show up in your local file system.

Step 2. Use DRmare Spotify Music Converter to download your favorite Spotify songs and playlists to your computer. The software will remove DRM protection and save the files in your preferred format.

Step 3. Open the "Output" folder from the DRmare interface to find your converted Spotify music files. Alternatively, you can search for "Converted" in your computer's file explorer to locate the saved music.

Step 4. Simply copy and paste the downloaded Spotify music files into the USB flash drive folder. Alternatively, drag and drop the files from your computer to the USB folder. Once complete, you can enjoy offline Spotify music from your USB drive wherever you go.

Transfer Spotify Songs to USB Drive from Mac

Step 1. Insert the USB drive into an available USB port on your Mac.

Step 2. Launch a new Finder window by clicking on the Finder icon in the Dock (the smiling face icon).

Step 3. Go to the location where your Spotify music files are stored. This is usually the output folder set up in DRmare Spotify Music Converter. Locate the converted music you wish to transfer.

Step 4. Click and drag to select the Spotify music files or folders you want to copy. Drag them to the USB drive listed in the Finder under "Devices," or simply use copy and paste.

Step 5. Once the transfer is complete, right-click (or Control-click) on the USB drive icon on your desktop or in the Finder sidebar, and select "Eject" to safely disconnect the USB drive.

Part 4. How to Play Spotify Music through USB on Different Devices

Now, all Spotify songs are saved on your USB flash drive, and you can start to play music through USB on a compatible device, such as cars, gaming consoles, smart TVs, and other portable devices. Here is how to:

Step 1. Prepare Your USB Drive: Before plugging the USB stick into your audio device (like a car stereo, home theater system, or portable speaker), it must be formatted with a file system that your audio device can read. The most universally supported formats are FAT32 or exFAT.

Step 2. Connect USB Stick to Your Device: After that, you can plug the USB flash drive into the appropriate USB-A port on your audio device, such as a car stereo or home system.

Step 3. Select the USB Source: Turn on your device, and you can press a Source or Mode button to cycle through inputs (Radio, CD, Bluetooth, AUX, USB) and select the USB input. The device will automatically read and index the Spotify music files on the drive.

Step 4. Play Spotify through USB: Browse the Spotify music by artist, album, folder, or playlist using the device's controls or remote. Press Play to begin listening.

Part 5. FAQs about Downloading Spotify to USB Free

Part 6. In Conclusion

While it might seem straightforward to simply change the Spotify storage location to a USB drive, this method does not allow you to play the downloaded Spotify music through USB on other devices.

For the purpose of playing Spotify music on a USB drive in your car or other devices without the Spotify app, using DRmare Spotify Music Converter is the recommended approach. This software can convert Spotify songs and playlists into widely compatible formats such as MP3, allowing you to then easily transfer these DRM-free files to a USB drive for playback on any USB-enabled device. This provides a more versatile solution for enjoying your Spotify library across different platforms.