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How to Save a Spotify Daily Playlist: The Definitive Guide

So, you’ve stumbled upon Spotify’s Daily Mix, Discover Weekly, or Release Radar and found yourself nodding along to a collection of tunes so perfect, it’s practically psychic. The fear sets in: what happens when tomorrow comes? The algorithmic gods giveth, and the algorithmic gods taketh away, right? Wrong. Saving those ephemeral gems is simpler than you think. Here’s the lowdown:

The straightforward answer: The simplest way to save a Spotify Daily Playlist is to create a new, regular playlist and manually add all the songs from the Daily Mix (or Discover Weekly, Release Radar, etc.) to your newly created playlist. This ensures the songs are preserved beyond the playlist’s daily refresh cycle.

Preserving Your Precious Daily Mix: A Step-by-Step Breakdown

Let’s dive into a detailed walkthrough. Whether you’re on your desktop or mobile device, the process is quite similar, ensuring you never lose that perfect track again.

Saving on Desktop

Identify the Playlist: Locate the Daily Mix (or Discover Weekly/Release Radar) you wish to save. These are usually found under the “Made For You” section on the left-hand sidebar.
Create a New Playlist: Click the “+” icon at the top of the left-hand sidebar to create a new playlist. Name it something descriptive, like “My Awesome Daily Mix [Date]” or “Discover Weekly Gems.”
Select the Daily Mix Songs: Go back to the Daily Mix playlist. Select the first song. Then, hold down the “Shift” key and click the last song to select all tracks in the playlist. Alternatively, on some versions of the Spotify desktop app, you can click the three dots next to the playlist title and find an option like “Add to Playlist” and choose your newly created playlist.
Add to Playlist: Right-click on any of the selected songs. A menu will appear. Hover over “Add to Playlist” and then select the playlist you just created.
Verification: Go to your new playlist. You should now see all the songs from the Daily Mix safely stored there. Give yourself a pat on the back; you’ve successfully preserved your auditory treasure!

Saving on Mobile (iOS and Android)

Locate the Playlist: Open the Spotify app and find the Daily Mix (or Discover Weekly/Release Radar) within the “Made For You” section or by searching.
Create a New Playlist: Tap the “+” icon in the “Your Library” section to create a new playlist. Give it a memorable name, reflecting the playlist’s origin (e.g., “Release Radar Faves [Date]”).
Add to Playlist: There are a couple of ways to do this:
- Option 1 (Manual): Tap the three dots (…) next to each song in the Daily Mix. Select “Add to Playlist” and then choose your newly created playlist. Repeat for each song. Tedious, I know, but sometimes necessary!
- Option 2 (If available): Sometimes, Spotify offers an “Add All” function. Look for three dots next to the playlist title and see if there’s an option like “Add to Playlist” and choose your newly created playlist. If this exists, you are in luck!
Confirmation: Navigate to your newly created playlist. You should see all the songs from the Daily Mix patiently waiting for your next listening session.

Advanced Tips for Playlist Preservation

Date Your Playlists: Including the date in the playlist name helps you keep track of which Daily Mix or Discover Weekly you’ve saved. This is especially useful if you enjoy revisiting past discoveries.
Use a Third-Party App (Caveat Emptor): Some third-party apps claim to automate this process. Exercise extreme caution when granting third-party apps access to your Spotify account. Read reviews, understand their privacy policies, and only use reputable services.
Consider Spotify Wrapped: While not a direct saving method, Spotify Wrapped at the end of each year provides a retrospective of your listening habits, allowing you to identify tracks you might have missed saving.

FAQs: Your Burning Spotify Playlist Questions Answered

Here are some common questions about saving Spotify Daily playlists and related topics:

1. Can I automatically save my Daily Mix playlists?

Unfortunately, no, Spotify doesn’t offer a built-in automatic feature to save Daily Mix playlists. You need to manually create a new playlist and add the songs.

2. Will Spotify delete my saved playlists?

Spotify will not delete your saved playlists unless you violate their terms of service (e.g., engaging in bot activity to artificially inflate play counts). As long as you’re using Spotify legitimately, your playlists are safe.

3. How often do Daily Mix playlists update?

Daily Mix playlists are typically updated daily, as the name suggests. However, the specific update time might vary slightly depending on your listening habits and location.

4. How often do Discover Weekly playlists update?

Discover Weekly playlists are updated every Monday. Make sure to save your favorite tracks before the refresh!

5. How often does Release Radar update?

Release Radar playlists are updated every Friday. It’s your go-to source for new music from artists you follow.

6. Is there a limit to how many playlists I can create on Spotify?

While Spotify doesn’t explicitly state a hard limit, there are practical limitations. Creating thousands of playlists might impact performance. However, for typical users, the number of playlists is unlikely to be a concern.

7. Can I collaborate on a Daily Mix playlist with someone else?

No, Daily Mix playlists are personalized and cannot be collaborated on directly. However, you can share individual songs or create a separate collaborative playlist with the songs from your Daily Mix.

8. Can I download Daily Mix playlists for offline listening?

Yes, once you’ve saved the songs from your Daily Mix to a regular playlist, you can download that playlist for offline listening if you have a Spotify Premium subscription.

9. What happens if a song I saved is removed from Spotify?

If a song is removed from Spotify’s library, it will disappear from your saved playlists. This is due to licensing agreements between Spotify and music labels.

10. Can I recover a Daily Mix playlist after it’s been updated?

No, once a Daily Mix playlist has been updated, the previous version is gone. This is why it’s crucial to save your favorite tracks promptly.

11. How does Spotify choose the songs for my Daily Mix?

Spotify’s algorithm analyzes your listening history, followed artists, liked songs, and existing playlists to curate your Daily Mix. It’s designed to introduce you to new music that aligns with your tastes.

12. Can I influence the songs in my Daily Mix?

Yes, you can influence your Daily Mix by consistently listening to music you enjoy, liking songs, following artists, and creating playlists. The more data you provide, the better Spotify’s algorithm can tailor the playlist to your preferences. Disliking songs also helps the algorithm understand what not to include.

So there you have it: a complete guide to saving your Spotify Daily Playlists and mastering the art of musical preservation. Now go forth and never lose another perfectly curated tune!