iPod Touch with Spotify: How to Listen to Songs Offline

iPods were once the most popular portable music player with millions of users around the world. Although Apple stopped producing iPod models, a lot of people are still using them to listen to music. However, many users have found recently that they can't enjoy music on iPod Touch with Spotify. Are you also troubled by this problem? If you do, this blog is made for you. Here we will teach you 2 effective ways to get Spotify songs on your iPod Touch. Let's dive into the article now!

Part 1. Can You Get Spotify on iPod Touch?

Before we show you how to listen to Spotify songs on iPod Touch, there is one thing that needs to be clarified: Can you get Spotify on iPod Touch? Well, the answer depends on which iPod Touch model you have.

• If you are holding an iPod Touch in the 5th, 6th, or 7th generation with iOS 15 or later, then the Spotify app can be installed and accessed on your iPod Touch. Hence, you can directly play songs on the official app or even download music to enjoy offline. If your iOS is old, you can just update it to the latest version to get the Spotify app.
• If your iPod Touch is of the 4th generation or earlier, you won't be able to get the Spotify app on your device. In this case, Spotify songs and playlists can't be accessed directly on iPod Touch. You will need some tools to get the music on your iPod.

Part 2. How to Get Spotify on iPod Touch Directly

This method is for iPod users whose devices are the 5th-7th generation with at least iOS 15 running, where the Spotify Music app can be directly installed. Let's see how to play Spotify on iPod Touch with the Spotify app.

Step 1. Open the App Store to search for and download the Spotify app on your iPod Touch. Then launch it and log into your account.

Step 2. On the main interface of the Spotify app, search for your favorite songs, albums, podcasts, or audiobooks, and then tap on the Play icon. Then you can enjoy them on iPod Touch with Spotify.

Step 3. If you want to download Spotify songs on iPod Touch, tap on the Download icon at the top of any album or playlist. Then listen to your Spotify downloads by going to Settings and toggling on Offline Mode in the Playback tab.

Part 3. How to Download Spotify Songs as Local Files

If you are using an iPod Touch of 4th generation or earlier, then you can't install the Spotify app on your device, not to mention listening to songs or downloading them offline. Does that mean Spotify music is completely unavailable on your iPod? Of course not. TuneFab Spotify Music Converter is ready to help.

As a powerful tool, TuneFab Spotify Music Converter can convert Spotify music to common audio formats, such as MP3, M4A, and FLAC. The conversion removes DRM restrictions from Spotify songs so that you can transfer audio files to your iPod Touch or any other device without limitations. Besides, it can save music in high quality of up to 320kbps and 48kHz, ensuring the best listening experience.

Let's see how to download Spotify songs to local files with TuneFab Spotify Music Converter.

Step 1. Install and Run TuneFab Spotify Music Converter

Download TuneFab Spotify Music Converter and install it on your Windows/Mac. Then launch it and log in to your Spotify free/premium account.

Step 2. Choose Spotify Songs/Playlists to Convert

Browse the web player to choose your target songs or playlists to convert. Once you've decided, drag them to the floating "+" icon on the right side of the screen. Then TuneFab Spotify Music Converter will add them to the conversion list.

Step 3. Choose an Output Format for Spotify Songs

In the Converting tab, select an output format for Spotify songs. You can also customize the sample rate, bitrate, and output location according to your needs.

Step 4. Convert Spotify Music to MP3 Files

When all the settings are finished, click the "Convert All" button to start the conversion. After this process, you can check converted Spotify songs in the Finished tab or click the File icon to access them in the local folder.

Part 4. How to Transfer Spotify Songs to iPod Touch

When all the Spotify songs are converted to MP3, you are able to sync them to your iPod Touch. To achieve the goal of listening to Spotify offline on iPod Touch, this post will provide you with 3 methods based on what device you are using. Scroll down and check out the tutorial below.

1. Syns Spotify Songs with iPod Touch via iTunes

For Windows or Mac running macOS Mojave or earlier, iTunes could be a perfect tool to sync the Spotify songs converted just now. Let's see how to put Spotify music on iPod Touch with iTunes.

Step 1. On your computer, launch iTunes. Then click on the menu "File" > "Add File to Library" to import your downloaded Spotify music as MP3 files.

Step 2. Connect your iPod Touch to your computer with a USB cable. After that, click the "iPod" icon to load your iPod information.

Step 3. Turn to the Settings list on the left of the main interface of iTunes. Click on "Music" > "Sync Music" to finish your customization settings. You can select playlists, artists, albums, and genres.

Step 4. Turn to Playlists, and click on "Recently Added" to check whether all your favorite songs are uploaded and saved. Click the "Apply" button in the lower-right corner of the window. Just wait for the process to finish and you'll be able to enjoy your Spotify music on your iPod Touch!

2. Put Spotify Songs on iPod Touch by Finder

For macOS Catalina, it is feasible to use the Finder to put Spotify music on iPod Touch, which is similar to moving Spotify music to the device with iTunes. Here is the detailed tutorial:

Step 1. Connect your Mac to your iPod Touch with a USB cable/Wi-Fi connection.

Step 2. On your Mac, open the Finder and choose your iPod Touch under the "Locations".

Step 3. On the Finder screen, click "Music", and then select "Sync music onto (your iPod Touch's name)".

Step 4. On the Finder window, check the Spotify music file you want to sync. Then tap the "Apply" button to start Spotify on your iPod Touch.

3. Get Spotify Songs on iPod Touch via Apple Music

If you have subscribed to Apple Music, you can just transfer your Spotify songs to Apple Music. Then the songs can be easily accessed on your iPod Touch. Below are the specific steps on how to do that.

Step 1. Connect your iPod Touch to your MacBook with a USB cable. Then launch Apple Music on your Mac.

Step 2. From the menu bar, select "Music" > "Preference". Then go to the "General" tab and turn on the "Sync Library" option.

Step 3. Now import your downloaded Spotify songs to Apple Music.

Step 4. On your iPod Touch, go to "Settings" > "Music" and enable the "Sync Library" option. Then you can download the songs from Apple Music on your iPod Touch.

Part 5. FAQs About iPod Touch and Spotify

Q1. Do You Need a Premium Account to Use Spotify on iPod Touch?

Spotify allows for online streaming of its content to all users. That means you don't need a premium account to listen to Spotify content online on your iPod Touch. But if you want to listen to it offline, then a premium account is required.

Q2. How to Fix iPod Touch Not Syncing with iTunes?

When you sync your iPod Touch with iTunes, the syncing process may not work well sometimes. The reasons for the syncing issue may vary in different cases. You can try the fixes below to see if the issue can be solved.

• Check USB connection: Make sure the USB cable works fine. Or change to a new one if needed.
• Reboot your iPod and computer: Sometimes a simple restart can solve the syncing issue.
• Update iTunes: If your iTunes is in an old version, update it to the latest one.

Conclusion

This article has introduced 2 workable ways to listen to songs on iPod Touch with Spotify. One is to install the Spotify app on your iPod Touch and play songs on it directly. But this method is limited to certain iPod models and the songs can only be played in the Spotify app. That's where the second method comes in. Using TuneFab Spotify Music Converter, you can save Spotify songs as common audio formats and then transfer them to your iPod Touch for listening more flexibly.

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