How to Embed a Spotify Playlist in Notion: Complete Tutorial

Introduction

Wondering how to embed a Spotify playlist in Notion? You're in the right place. Spotify playlists are one of the most popular embeds in Notion, perfect for creating study environments, work soundtracks, or curated music collections.

This focused tutorial covers everything about embedding Spotify playlists specifically-from basic embedding to advanced organization strategies.

The Quick Method

For those who just want the answer:

That's it! For more control and customization, read on.

Detailed Step-by-Step

Step 1: Find Your Playlist in Spotify

Open Spotify (desktop app or web player at open.spotify.com):

Step 2: Copy the Playlist Link

Desktop App:

Web Player:

Mobile App:

Step 3: Paste in Notion

In your Notion page:

Or use the embed block:

Step 4: Resize and Position

Embedding Different Playlist Types

Your Personal Playlists

Your own playlists embed the same way, but note:

Spotify-Created Playlists

Official Spotify playlists embed perfectly:

Collaborative Playlists

Shared playlists you contribute to:

Daily Mixes & Personal Collections

These don't embed because they're personalized:

Workaround: Create a regular playlist and add songs from these.

Organization Tips

Creating a Music Hub in Notion

Build a central music page:

<h1 id="-my-music-hub">🎵 My Music Hub</h1>
<h2 id="work-playlists">Work Playlists</h2>
[Embedded: Deep Focus playlist]
[Embedded: Lo-fi Beats playlist]
<h2 id="workout-playlists-">Workout Playlists  </h2>
[Embedded: Beast Mode playlist]
[Embedded: Running Hits playlist]
<h2 id="chill-playlists">Chill Playlists</h2>
[Embedded: Evening Acoustic playlist]
[Embedded: Jazz Vibes playlist]

Using Toggles for Clean Design

Hide playlists until needed:

> 🎧 Focus Music
  [Embedded playlist - hidden until toggle opens]
> 🏃 Workout Beats
  [Embedded playlist - hidden until toggle opens]

Synced Blocks for Multiple Pages

Place the same playlist across pages:

Now updates sync everywhere!

Linking to Databases

Create a music database:

Styling Tips

Complementary Design

Pair playlists with context:

Responsive Width

Page LayoutRecommended Width

Full pageFull width
Column layout100% of column
Side panelSmall width
DashboardMedium width

Troubleshooting

Playlist Won't Embed

Check: Is the playlist public?

Embed Shows Error

Try:

Playback Issues

Remember:

Advanced: Using Notion Embed

For enhanced Spotify embeds, Notion Embed offers:

Pricing starts free, with Pro at $7.90/month for full features.

FAQ

Can I embed my Liked Songs playlist?

No, "Liked Songs" is private by design and cannot be made public or embedded.

Do playlists update in real-time?

Yes! Add or remove songs in Spotify, and the embedded playlist reflects changes automatically.

Can others play my embedded playlist without Spotify?

They can see the playlist, but playback requires a Spotify account (free is fine for previews).

How many playlists can I embed on one page?

There's no strict limit, but many embeds slow page loading. Use toggles or Notion Embed for optimization.

Can I embed a playlist in a Notion template?

Yes! Embed in your template page, and every new page from that template includes the playlist.

Conclusion

Embedding a Spotify playlist in Notion takes seconds and transforms your workspace into a multimedia productivity hub.

Quick recap:

For the best experience, make playlists public, use toggles for organization, and consider Notion Embed for advanced features.

Start your music-powered workspace →

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