How to Put Spotify Music on iPod Shuffle Easily

The iPod Shuffle, beloved for its simplicity and compact design, remains a favorite among music enthusiasts even in the era of smartphones and streaming services. For Spotify users, you may wonder how to put the streaming music from Spotify on iPod Shuffle. However, the iPod Shuffle doesn't support the Spotify app. And it can't play Spotify music directly due to format incompatibility. This is because Spotify downloads files in OGG-protected format, while iPod Shuffle do not support this format. These two reasons make it difficult to play Spotify music on iPod Shuffle.

But, don't be upset! In this comprehensive guide, you can find out a workable way to convert Spotify music to a compatible format and transfer it to your iPod Shuffle effortlessly. Without further ado, let's read on!

Part 1. Convert and Download Spotify Music as MP3 Files

As mentioned, Spotify music can not be played on iPod Shuffle directly due to the unavailability of the Spotify app and format incompabilitiy. To overcome the limitations, you'll need to convert Spotify music into a format compatible with the iPod Shuffle. This is where TuneFab Spotify Music Converter comes in handy.

TuneFab Spotify Music Converter, a dedicated tool, can help you convert Spotify’s OGG music to MP3 so that you can enjoy your favorite music on your iPod Shuffle without any problem. This way, you can easily have smooth playback of your music. Besides, with its built-in web player, you can easily complete the download task, save Spotify songs in M4A, FLAC, WAV, AIFF, AAC, and ALAC at 35X faster speed, and keep them losslessly as the original.

Besides, TuneFab Spotify Music Converter offers a straightforward interface, enabling you to complete the conversion within a few clicks. Now, let's turn to the steps of using this amazing software.

STEP 1. Download and Install TuneFab Spotify Music Converter

First, download and install TuneFab Spotify Music Converter. After launching it, you will be led to log in to your Spotify account. This step is important if you want to use iPod shuffle with Spotify, so that the converter can have access to your Spotify library and then convert the tracks.

STEP 2. Select Spotify Songs, Playlists, or Albums to Convert

Once logged in, you can browse your Spotify library within the TuneFab interface. Find the Spotify songs, playlists, or albums you want to convert. You can add them by dragging and dropping them into the conversion list.

STEP 3. Choose MP3 as the Output Format

Next, go to "Settings" > "Preferences" > "Output Format" section and choose "MP3" or other output format options. You can also choose to change the sample rate (up to 48000 Hz) and the bitrate (up to 320 kbps).

STEP 4. Start the Conversion Process

After selecting the output format, in the converting list, click the "Convert" button to begin the conversion process. TuneFab Spotify Music Converter will start converting your selected Spotify tracks to MP3 format.

Once the conversion is complete, you can access the converted Spotify MP3 files on your computer. For this, TuneFab provides an output folder where all the converted files are stored. You can now proceed to transfer these files to your iPod Shuffle.

Part 2. Sync Converted Spotify Music to iPod Shuffle

After converting your Spotify music to MP3 format, the next step is to transfer these files to your iPod Shuffle. There are two primary methods to do this: via iTunes (for Windows 11/10/8/7 and macOS Catalina or before) or via Finder (for macOS Catalina or later). In the following sections, we will walk you through these 2 ways respectively.

How to Transfer Music from Spotify to iPod Shuffle via iTunes

STEP 1. Use the USB cable to connect your iPod Shuffle to your computer. iTunes should launch automatically. If it doesn’t, you can open it manually.

STEP 2. In iTunes, you will see your iPod Shuffle listed under "Devices." Click on your iPod Shuffle to select it.

STEP 3. Go to the "Music" Tab. In the device menu, click on the "Music" tab. This will show you the music options for syncing.

STEP 4. Locate the converted Spotify MP3 files on your computer. Drag and drop these files into the iTunes library. If you prefer, you can create a new playlist in iTunes to organize these songs.

STEP 5. Once the MP3 files are in your iTunes library, check the option to sync music and select the playlist or specific songs you want to transfer to your iPod Shuffle. Click the "Apply" or "Sync" button to sync Spotify iPod shuffle.

How to Transfer Music from Spotify to iPod Shuffle via Finder

STEP 1. Connect your iPod Shuffle to your Mac using the USB cable. If Finder doesn’t open automatically, open it manually.

STEP 2. In Finder, you will see your iPod Shuffle listed under "Locations." Click on your iPod Shuffle to access its settings.

STEP 3. Get to the "Music" folder on your iPod Shuffle. Locate the converted Spotify MP3 files on your computer and drag and drop them into this folder.

STEP 4. Once you have transferred the Spotify MP3 files, make sure to eject your iPod Shuffle safely. Click the eject button next to your device in Finder before disconnecting the USB cable.

Conclusion

In summary, while the iPod Shuffle doesn't support Spotify directly due to unavailability of the Spotify app and format incompatibility, you can still enjoy your favorite Spotify tracks on this classic device by converting the music to a compatible format and transferring it. It is possible to access Spotify and ipod shuffle together.

TuneFab Spotify Music Downloader provides an effective solution for this, enabling high-speed, high-quality conversion of Spotify music to MP3 format. Whether you use iTunes or Finder, syncing these converted files to your iPod Shuffle is straightforward. Just try it, and enjoy your favorite tunes hassle-free, wherever you go.