We've all been there. You capture an amazing clip or video, ready to make it look great. But one of the most challenging parts is that it won't sound as good without the right music—like your favorite track from one of the biggest music services. So, what now?
GoPro's Quik app is free to try, works with videos from any camera on your phone, and you don't need to own a GoPro or subscribe to a paid service to start editing. Like most other software, it encourages you to use its built-in music library. But Spotify can be a better choice. If you want to bring in your own tracks from Spotify, you'll need a workaround—but doing so opens up millions of song options to match your footage perfectly. This post will show you how, without any complicated steps.
Part 1. How to Convert Spotify Music for GoPro Quik (Most Common Way)
If you want a specific track from Spotify, you'll need a workaround. All Spotify songs are protected with DRM and stored in a format that Quik doesn't recognize, so you can't import them directly. However, converting Spotify tracks for use in GoPro Quik can feel like unlocking a new level of freedom for your videos.
The tool I use, ViWizard Spotify Music Converter, handles the tricky DRM and formats, turning songs into MP3, WAV, or M4A files that Quik can read. You can leave the conversion settings as they are, or tweak them to get the best output for your projects. I usually stick with MP3, and it works perfectly for most videos. For many users, this is a minor step that's well worth it to get the exact track they want.
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Step 1Launch ViWizard and Log In
Download and install a reliable Spotify music converter for Windows or Mac. Open the program and log in to your Spotify account. Both free and Premium accounts work. The converter usually has a built-in Spotify interface, so you can browse and play songs without switching apps.
Step 2Install a Spotify Music Converter on Your Computer
Use the search bar to find your favorite songs, albums, or playlists, or paste the Spotify link directly into the converter. Click the add button to queue tracks for download. You can add individual songs or entire playlists, depending on what you want to include in your video project.
Step 3Set MP3 as the Output Format
Go to the program's settings or preferences and select MP3 as the output format. MP3 is widely supported and works with most devices and video editors. You can also adjust the audio quality or organize your files by artist, album, or playlist to keep them neat and easy to find.
Step 4Convert and Save the Tracks
Click Convert to start. The converter will remove DRM protection and save the tracks to your computer in MP3 format. Once finished, open the output folder to access your music, ready to import into Quik or any other video editor.
Part 2. How to Import Spotify Music into Quik on Mobile
You can drop a track into any video without worrying if it will work. On iOS or Android, it only takes a few taps to pick a song, match it with your clips, and swap it out if you want something different.
- Transfer your converted Spotify songs to your phone.
- Open the GoPro Quik app.
- Tap Add to create a new project.
- Tap Music on the bottom toolbar.
- Tap the media icon, then select My Music and tap Import my music.
- Choose Files and locate the folder containing your converted Spotify songs.
- Browse your songs and select the track you want to use as background music.
- To import via iTunes, first upload your converted Spotify tracks to your iTunes library.
- In Quik, tap the media icon, select My Music, then choose iTunes Library.
- Browse your iTunes library and select the track you want to add to your project.
Part 3. How to Import Spotify Music into Quik on Desktop
Since Quik doesn't really work on desktop anymore, other editors can do the job. Tools like Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or simple desktop video apps let you add converted songs right away. You also get more control over syncing music and fine-tune editing, which is great if you like editing on a bigger screen.
- Convert your Spotify songs to a compatible format such as MP3, WAV, or M4A.
- Open the Splice app on your computer.
- Click New Project and import your video clips.
- Click Music in the left sidebar.
- Click Import Music or drag your converted audio file directly into the timeline.
- Adjust the track timing, trim, or volume as needed.
- Preview your project and export when ready.
- Convert your Spotify tracks to MP3, WAV, or M4A.
- Open Adobe Premiere Pro and create a new project.
- Click File > Import and select your video clips.
- Click File > Import again and select your converted Spotify audio files.
- Drag the audio track from the Project panel to the timeline below your video clips.
- Adjust timing, volume, or trim as needed.
- Click File > Export > Media to save your finished video.
- Convert your Spotify songs to MP3 or M4A.
- Open iMovie and start a new project.
- Click Import Media and select your video files.
- Drag your video clips into the timeline.
- Click Import Media again and select your converted Spotify track.
- Drag the audio file into the timeline under your video clips.
- Adjust volume, fade, or trim as needed.
- Click File > Share > File to export your final video.
- Convert your Spotify tracks to MP3, WAV, or M4A.
- Open DaVinci Resolve and create a new project.
- Go to the Media Pool and import your video clips.
- Drag your video clips onto the timeline.
- Import your converted Spotify audio into the Media Pool.
- Drag the audio track onto the timeline under your video clips.
- Adjust timing, volume, or trim as needed.
- Click Deliver to export your finished video.
- Convert your Spotify songs to MP3, WAV, or M4A.
- Open Shotcut and start a new project.
- Click Open File and select your video clips.
- Drag your video clips into the timeline.
- Click Open File again and select your converted Spotify track.
- Drag the audio track into the timeline under your video clips.
- Adjust timing, volume, or trim as needed.
- Click Export to save your final video.
Part 4. How to Upload and Manage Spotify Music in GoPro Cloud
Putting your songs into GoPro Cloud makes them available everywhere. Once uploaded, they stay with your videos and photos, ready to use on any device you log into. It saves you from moving files around and keeps everything in one place for easy editing.
- Open GoPro Quik on your mobile or desktop device.
- Create a new project or open an existing project that contains your imported Spotify tracks.
- Tap Upload to Cloud on mobile or click Sync Project on desktop.
- Wait for the upload to finish. Your project, including videos and music, will be accessible on any device with Quik installed and your GoPro account logged in.
- Organize your projects in the cloud by renaming them or updating them with new music or video clips.
- Make sure all uploaded tracks are converted and compatible, because DRM-protected files will not sync.
Part 5. Best Tips for Editing with GoPro Quik
Turn Off Auto-Edits: Quik can cut clips the wrong way. Tap the pencil, choose Trim, and switch off auto highlight and beat sync to edit clips yourself.
Lower Music Volume: Tap the music track and slide the volume down so voices or real sounds are easy to hear.
Fade Music In or Out: Add a fade at the start or end of your song so it doesn't begin or stop too suddenly.
Line Up Video with Music: Use beat sync for auto-matching or check the sound wave to trim clips so actions match the beat.
Use Ready-Made Templates: Quik has templates with effects and text that make quick social videos easier.
Free Up Space: In the Media tab, delete local files once they're uploaded to GoPro Cloud to save phone storage.
Avoid Lag with Big Files: Very high-quality clips like 5.3K may lag on phones. Try lower resolution or edit on a computer.
Choose the Right Size: Pick 16:9 for YouTube, 9:16 for TikTok/Reels, or 1:1 for Instagram before exporting.
Conclusion
GoPro Quik offers you the ability to make any photo or video saved in the media library of your smartphone into a video. With the help of ViWizard Spotify Music Converter, you can download any track you prefer from Spotify. Then you can add them to your video in GoPro Quik even though Spotify is not available on GoPro Quik. Look forward to your amazing videos, and just have a try at ViWizard Spotify Music Converter.
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Adam Gorden, the digital media specialist at ViWizard, is dedicated to providing the best solutions for digital media management, including audio and video conversion, file optimization, and media workflow enhancements.
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