How to Combine Spotify Playlists: 3 Easy Ways

Combining Spotify playlists lets you merge two or more playlists into one, which is handy when you want to consolidate your favorite tracks or create a shared playlist for a road trip. You don’t need any special software—just a Spotify account (free or premium) and access to the app or web player. Below are three straightforward methods, including using a third-party tool for more control.

What You’ll Need

A Spotify account (free or Premium)
The Spotify app (desktop or mobile) or access to open.spotify.com
If using a third-party tool, a stable internet connection and a web browser

Step-by-Step

Method 1: Manually Copy Tracks (Desktop or Mobile)

Open Spotify on your computer or phone.
Go to the playlist you want to copy tracks from (the source playlist).
Select the first song, then press Ctrl+A (Windows) or Cmd+A (Mac) to select all tracks. On mobile, tap the three-dot menu on a song and choose “Select,” then tap all songs.
Right-click (or long-press on mobile) and choose “Add to playlist”.
Select the destination playlist (the one you want to merge into). The tracks will be added.
Repeat for each source playlist you want to combine.

Method 2: Use the “Add to Playlist” Feature (Mobile)

Open the Spotify app on your phone.
Navigate to the source playlist.
Tap the three-dot menu (⋯) at the top.
Select “Add to other playlist”.
Choose the destination playlist. All tracks from the source will be added.
Repeat for other playlists.

Method 3: Use a Third-Party Playlist Merger (Web Tool)

Open a reputable playlist merger website (e.g., Playlist Merger, Soundiiz, or TuneMyMusic).
Log in with your Spotify account and grant the necessary permissions.
Select the playlists you want to combine. You can usually choose multiple at once.
Choose a destination: create a new playlist or add to an existing one.
Click “Merge” or “Combine” and wait for the process to finish.
Open Spotify to see your new combined playlist.

Common Mistakes

Selecting all tracks accidentally: When using Ctrl+A, you might select tracks from the entire library if the playlist isn’t focused. Make sure you’re inside the playlist view.
Duplicating tracks: If you merge playlists that already share songs, you’ll end up with duplicates. Some third-party tools offer a “remove duplicates” option.
Using a third-party tool that requires payment: Many free tools have limits on the number of tracks or playlists. Read the fine print before proceeding.
Not checking privacy: If you create a new playlist, it may be public by default. Change the privacy setting in the playlist settings if you want it private.

Tips

Create a new playlist first: Before merging, create a new empty playlist to serve as the destination. This keeps your original playlists intact.
Use the “Enhance” feature: Spotify’s Enhance feature can add recommended songs to your combined playlist, but it’s not a merge tool.
Sort after merging: After combining, sort the playlist by artist, album, or date added to organize it better.
Check for duplicates: Use a third-party tool that automatically removes duplicate tracks, or manually scan after merging.
Collaborative playlists: If you want to merge with friends, make the destination playlist collaborative so others can add tracks too.

Troubleshooting

Tracks not appearing after merge: Wait a few minutes and refresh the playlist. If using a third-party tool, check if the tool reported any errors.
Third-party tool not working: Try a different tool, or clear your browser cache and cookies. Some tools may have temporary outages.
Playlist order changed: Spotify may not preserve the original order when merging. You can manually reorder tracks by dragging them.
Some tracks are greyed out: This usually means they’re unavailable in your region or removed from Spotify. They won’t play but will remain in the playlist.
Merge tool asks for payment: Look for free alternatives or use the manual method. Many tools offer a free tier with limitations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I combine playlists on Spotify without a third-party tool?

Yes, you can manually select all tracks from one playlist and add them to another using the “Add to playlist” feature. It’s a bit tedious for large playlists but works perfectly.

Will merging playlists duplicate songs?

Yes, if the source playlists share songs, those songs will appear multiple times in the merged playlist. You can remove duplicates manually or use a tool that offers deduplication.

Can I merge playlists on the Spotify mobile app?

Yes, you can use the “Add to other playlist” option on mobile. It works similarly to the desktop version.

Is there a limit to how many tracks I can merge?

Spotify playlists can hold up to 10,000 tracks. If your combined playlist exceeds that, you’ll need to split it into multiple playlists.

Can I merge playlists from different Spotify accounts?

Yes, you can merge playlists from different accounts if you have access to both (e.g., you’re logged in on one device and the other account is shared). Third-party tools also allow you to log in with multiple accounts.

Will merging playlists affect my Spotify recommendations?

Merging playlists itself doesn’t directly affect recommendations, but the combined playlist’s content will be considered in your listening history, which may influence future recommendations.

General steps for current mainstream versions; menus can differ by device and version. See the disclaimer or report an error.

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