How to Download Songs on Spotify Using Cellular Data

There are times you need to download Spotify music without WiFi and with data instead due to being far from a WiFi connection or experiencing unstable WiFi signal.

In this guide, we’ll explore how to download songs on Spotify using cellular data. If you think this blog post is only for Premium members, you’re mistaken. We’ve also included steps for those sticking with a free account. Yes, even free users can download and access Spotify music offline in certain ways. Beyond that, we’ve tackled common roadblocks, with fixes that ensure smooth Spotify downloads over mobile networks.

How to Download Songs on Spotify Using Cellular Data

Spotify provides the "Download Using Cellular" option which is turned off on all mobile devices by default. You can enable the feature before downloading music or confirm using mobile data during the downloading process. However, toggling the setting in advance will streamline the process and let Spotify remember your preference for future downloads.

Do note that this setting is not universal: each device requires the option to be enabled separately. Plus, reinstalling the app will reset the toggle and require you to set it up again.

Here are the steps to download music using cellular on Spotify:

Step 1. Tap your profile icon in the top-left corner to access Spotify Settings page. Navigate to Data Saving and Offline (on Android) or Data Saver (on iPhone).

Step 2. Look for the Download Over Cellular toggle under the Downloads section. Slide it to make it green.

Strep 3. Return to your favorite playlist and tap the download icon. Your tracks will be saved without any interruptions.

How to Listen to Spotify Songs without Mobile Data and Wi-Fi

Listening to Spotify Songs without any network is simple if you know the right steps. Spotify subscribers can download songs directly from Spotify and enjoy them via the inbuilt feature. For free users of Spotify, the path is different but just as rewarding. We’ll show you a tool that allows you to convert Spotify tracks into regular audio files and carry them anywhere for offline listening. Let’s look at both methods in detail:

Way 1. Enable Offline Mode [Premium Required]

The Spotify app can function without the internet with no constant connections. Just the songs you’ve downloaded will play as if they were local files. Offline Mode makes this possible and turns Spotify into something closer to a traditional media player.

Still, there’s a catch. This privilege to listen to songs belongs to Premium users alone. Even then, it doesn’t last indefinitely: Spotify will expect you to reconnect at least once every 30 days to refresh your downloads. And if you do not, your saved content will vanish. Here’s how to make Offline Mode work for you once you’ve downloaded all your favorite content:

Step 1. Go to the Data Saving and Offline menu on the Android Spotify app (or Playback on iOS).

Step 2. Find the Offline Mode toggle and switch it on.

Pros

• Seamless playback without ads and  interruptions.
• Allow up to 10,000 downloads per device.
• Easy to toggle and use within the app.

Cons

• Require a Premium subscription to use.
• Download expire if you’re offline for more than 30 days.
• No true file ownership: songs stay within Spotify's ecosystem.

Way 2. Download Spotify Music Locally [For Free/Premium Users]

Another way to enjoy your music and arguably the simplest is to download music from Spotify as local files and listen to them without Spotify app. StreamFox for Music, the Eassiy All-in-one Music Converter makes this possible.

StreamFox is an all-in-one downloader that allows you to save your favorite Spotify songs in universal formats like MP3, AAC, WAV, or FLAC within its integrated Spotify web player. Each download retains the original quality, ensuring no details are lost. Even the ID3 tags of song downloads are retained. 

Moreover, it doesn’t matter whether you’re on a free account or Premium.Login Spotify within StreamFox for Music and hit the download button. The songs will be saved as playable files on your computer’s local storage.

Once the tracks are on your computer, they will be entirely yours. You can play them offline, transfer them across devices, or listen through any media player of your choice.

How to Download Spotify Songs with StreamFox for Music:

Pre: Download the appropriate installer of StreamFox based on your device OS, Windows or Mac. Then install the software within minutes.

Step 1. Run StreamFox, you’ll find Spotify on the home screen. Tap into it and you’ll step directly into the Spotify browser.

Step 2. In the familiar Spotify interface, locate the Log in button at the top-right. Input your credentials: free or premium to unlock your Spotify library.

Step 3. Drag your desired songs, playlists or albums for offline listening and drop them on the red + icon in the upper-right corner.

Step 4. Within the converting tab, you can fine-tune your preferences. Decide on individual file formats for each melody, or lean on simplicity with the Convert All Files To option at the top-left for all added audio. Press Convert All in the bottom-right corner to download Spotify tracks locally.

Step 5. Switch to the Finished tab. From there, click View Output File to locate your downloads on your computer. You can now transfer it to any device for offline listening, as they are available in open formats.

Pros

• Work with both free and Premium Spotify accounts.
• Convert songs to universal formats like MP3.
• Ensure high-quality downloads with no loss.
• Full control over downloaded songs, like editing or transferring them.

Cons

• Doesn’t work on mobile devices directly.

Why Won't Spotify Download Songs on Cellular Data [Fixed]

Even with Premium access and cellular data option configured, Spotify users could fail to download music on Spotify with mobile data. Misaligned phone settings, app glitches, or even conflicts caused by dual SIM cards can cause this issue. In all, we’ve outlined the most common causes and practical fixes to ensure the Spotify app perform music downloads smoothly over mobile data.

Reason 1. Haven't enabled Spotify to use data on phone settings

Spotify, by default, doesn’t get free rein over your mobile network. Your phone might block Spotify from accessing cellular data entirely, especially if you use Wi-Fi extensively. And this restriction often comes from your system settings rather than Spotify itself. So, without the necessary permissions from your phone settings, even if you enable Download Over Cellular in Spotify, the app won’t proceed.

Fix: Turn on mobile data for Spotify

The solution is straightforward: Grant Spotify permission to access your cellular data. Both Android and iPhone have their own methods, so let’s tackle them one at a time.

iPhone:

Step 1. Open the Settings app and locate Cellular (or Mobile Service, depending on your location).

Step 2. Scroll down to the Mobile Data section and tap Show All to view all the apps. Check the toggle next to Spotify. If it’s off, turn it on to allow mobile data access.

Android:

Step 1. Head to Settings and select Connections. Alternatively, search for Data Usage in the search bar to go directly to the section.

Step 2. Look for a label like Allowed Networks for Apps or App Data Usage. Tap on it to open a list of installed apps.

Step 3. Find Spotify and tap on it. A small menu will pop up: ensure Mobile Data and Wi-Fi option is selected. This will allow Spotify full access to your network.

Reason 2. System Glitches

Even when both Downloading Using Cellular and mobile data permissions are in place, there’s a chance your phone won’t apply these changes immediately. This minor delay can prevent Spotify from downloading songs over cellular.

Fix: Restart Phone

A restart will force your device to register the settings properly.

• Turn off your phone completely. Avoid just restarting, let it power down fully.
• Power it back on.

Once your phone is back on, Spotify should work as intended.

Reason 3. Software bugs

Corrupted files, a simple bug, or even a simple miscommunication within the Spotify app can lead things to break down unexpectedly. There are two simple ways to deal with this.

Fix 1: Clear the Cache

Spotify collects temporary files to make streaming smoother, but sometimes these files end up being the problem. Clearing them out won’t delete your downloads but will reset the app’s temporary data. Here’s how:

For iPhone users: Go to your Spotify’s Settings page, tap Storage and select the Clear Cache option.

For Android users: Open Spotify, navigate to Settings, and find Data Savings and Offline. Scroll down to the Storage section and tap Clear Cache.

Fix 2: Reinstall the App

When the problems run deeper, it’s time for a fresh reinstallation. However, this fix comes with a warning: uninstalling Spotify will delete all your downloaded songs. However, your Spotify library and account will stay intact.

On iPhone: Hold down the Spotify icon on the home screen, tap Remove App and confirm. Then, install it again from App Store.

On Android: Long press the Spotify icon, choose Uninstall, confirm, and reinstall it from the Play Store.

Reason 4. There are 2 SIM cards on your phone

Two SIM cards on a single device can confuse Spotify. The app struggles to lock onto one active SIM for its downloads. So, it is unable to connect to data and process the download requests properly.

Fix: Temporarily Remove one SIM card

The steps to fix this are simple. You’ll have to temporarily remove one SIM card to make Spotify recognize the network properly:

Step 1. Power off your phone completely. Remove the SIM card you don’t want Spotify to use for its data connection.

Step 2. Restart the phone with only the preferred SIM card inserted. Launch Spotify and download the desired playlist using a mobile network.

Step 3. Turn off the device again. Reinsert the removed SIM card into its slot.

Step 4. Restart the phone once more. Spotify will now recognize the primary SIM for its downloads. This way you can keep both SIM cards and make Spotify uses the right network.

Conclusion

That’s it: your guide to Spotify downloads with cellular. Offline Mode may work for Spotify Premium users, but its limitations like in-app downloads can leave you wanting more seamlessness on Spotify song downloads.

StreamFox for Music must be what you need. With StreamFox, you can convert songs, playlists, podcasts and audiobooks from Spotify as MP3 without premium. At last, you can listen to them in high crystal-clear quality on any device or media player.