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If you use Last.fm to track the music you listen to, it makes sense to connect the program to Spotify when you use the streaming provider.
How to connect Last.fm and Spotify
Music lovers know that Last.fm and Spotify are an ideal combination for tracking your music taste and discovering new recommendations. Last.fm is known for its “scrobbling” feature, which allows you to record songs you’ve listened to, while Spotify, as a music streaming service, offers millions of tracks. By linking the two platforms, users can not only analyze their listening habits, but also receive personalized playlists and recommendations.
- If you don’t already have a Last.fm account, visit the website and register. Existing users can simply log in with their login details.
- After logging in, click on your profile picture in the top right corner and select “Settings” from the drop-down menu.
- Switch to the “Connections” tab in the settings and search for Spotify. Click “Connect”.
- You will be redirected to the Spotify page. Log in with your Spotify account and allow Last.fm to access your listening data.
- Once you have authorized the connection, you will be redirected back to Last.fm. You should now see a message that Spotify has been successfully connected.
Benefits and how to use them after connecting
Once connected, all songs you play on Spotify will be automatically added to Last.fm. This applies to desktop, mobile and web players.
- Last.fm analyzes your listening data and compiles detailed statistics about your favorite artists, genres and listening times. This gives you interesting insights into your musical tastes.
- Based on your listening habits, Last.fm recommends similar artists and songs to you that match your taste.
- In your Last.fm profile, you can not only view your own listening history, but also discover which songs and artists are currently trending.
- Last.fm is not just an analysis tool, but also a social platform. You can add friends, explore their music tastes and get inspiration.
