How to Cut Music from Spotify: Step-by-Step Guide

Part 1: Why You Can't Cut or Trim a Song Directly in Spotify

If you've ever wanted to grab just a small part of a song, you've probably noticed there's no way to do it inside the app. Spotify is a streaming service, so all songs are protected and locked to the platform by DRM. DRM protects music from being copied, altered, or redistributed. That means even if the songs are already downloaded to your device, there's no trimming, no clipping, and no saving audio for editing unless DRM is safely removed.

You need outside tools like ViWizard to get custom clips into a flexible format like MP3. Later, you can use audio cutters and editors like Adobe Audition, GarageBand, or others to make personal projects—custom ringtones, shorter intros, or the perfect five-second clip for a video. Converting and downloading is the first step, because it gives you the freedom to personalize your favorite music.

Part 2. Download, Convert, and Import a Spotify Song Using ViWizard Music Converter #Tool

Alright, you've learned it's impossible to cut music directly in Spotify. If you want the cleanest, most flexible way to cut or trim any songs you find on the platform, this is it. ViWizard Spotify Music Converter lets you take any track and convert it into a standard format like MP3 or WAV, which nearly every audio cutter or editor supports. You choose your tracks, output format, and other customizations, then click Convert. In just a few moments, you'll have DRM-free music files you can actually cut. Best of all, there's no loss in fidelity — bitrates go up to 320kbps, so your edits won't sound muddy or distorted. The music stays crisp, clean, and ready for customization.

Once you've got your files, import them into your editor of choice. Audacity? Adobe Audition? Doesn't matter — they'll all recognize the file now. Just remember: these edited files are for personal use only. But if you're into customizing your music experience, this method opens the door.

Key Features of ViWizard Spotify Music Converter

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• Download Spotify songs, playlists, podcasts, and audiobooks extremely fast at up to 15x speed
• Convert Spotify into MP3, FLAC, WAV, AIFF, M4A, and M4B losslessly
• Lets you play Spotify tracks offline on any device without restrictions
• Works seamlessly on Windows and macOS, supporting the built-in Spotify Web Player

Part 3. Record, Cut, and Trim a Spotify Song Using ViWizard Audio Capture #Tool

ViWizard Spotify Music Converter is perfect for anyone who wants the full-length track in a format they can cut or trim, but what if you prefer a more DIY approach? Or maybe you only need one small section of a song, not the whole thing? ViWizard Audio Capture works differently by recording the music in real time, and it includes a built-in splitting feature, so trimming is as easy as dragging the sliders to keep the part you want. It's not as powerful as a full editor like Audacity, but it automates the recording process, and even beginners can make clean cuts fast. Meanwhile, you get both the original full recording and the after-cut versions.

Key Features of ViWizard Audio Capture

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• Record any audio from streaming services, live broadcasts, and system sounds easily
• Support multitrack recording and save files in MP3 and more formats
• Automatically detect and retain ID3 tags while allowing manual editing
• Offer flexible audio splitting and merging tools for full customization

Part 4. Record, Cut, Trim, and Edit a Spotify Song Using Audacity #Tool

Once you have the audio—either converted or recorded—Audacity is a strong free tool for deeper editing. It's an open-source option that works on Windows, Mac, and Linux — and best of all, it can also record Spotify. We don't recommend using Audacity for recording because the sound may not be as clean as the originals provided by ViWizard. However, it really lets you make precise cuts, smooth fades, and polish your clip in any way you want.

Setup involves configuring the right input settings so Audacity can record your system audio. Once that's in place, recording is straightforward. Afterward, Audacity shows your audio as a waveform. Use the selection tool to highlight unwanted parts — like long intros or ads — and delete them. For more detailed edits, tools like fade in/out or noise reduction are available, but they're not essential for basic cuts.

When your edits feel right, export the final version in any format Audacity supports — MP3, WAV, and more. Just don't forget to save your progress after a cut.

Part 5. Fade In and Fade Out a Spotify Playlist Using Crossfade #Feature

If your goal is simply smoother playback, Spotify's Crossfade feature can help. It blends the end of one song into the beginning of the next, creating a soft fade-in and fade-out effect across your playlist. This won't cut a song, but it creates a similar feel during listening. Useful for workouts, parties, or long playlists where you don't want sharp breaks between tracks.

Maybe you don't actually need to cut a playlist — you just want it to sound smoother. The Crossfade feature helps blend the end of one song into the beginning of the next, creating a soft overlap. This feature is available for both Premium and free users and can be easily found under Settings.

Go to Settings (or Settings & Privacy) > Playback > Crossfade, and switch it on. Slide the bar to choose how many seconds the songs will overlap. It won't trim a song, but it helps avoid long pauses or slow intros.

Part 6. Split a Spotify Playlist Using Blank Tracks #Trick

This clever trick feels a little old school: add silent or blank tracks to your playlists to create natural breaks. We found this tip from a Reddit post by the user use_vpn_orlozeacount, and some users rely on it in the real world to organize their lists by mood, album, or artist. And now I'm one of them.

Part 7: Best Practices for Cutting and Trimming Spotify Songs

Different tasks often need different kinds of edits, so this part helps you choose the right method depending on what you're making. For example, ringtones need short, clean clips, while alarm sounds can go a bit longer. And there're some considerations:

Tip 1: For Ringtones

If you want a Spotify track as a ringtone, pick a short, recognizable part—usually 20–30 seconds. Use an audio editor like Audacity or ViWizard Audio Capture to cut the section you want. Export it as MP3 (or M4R for iPhone) so it works perfectly as a ringtone.

Tip 2: For Alarm

Short, energetic clips make the best alarm sounds. Trim a 10–15 second section that will wake you up without being too long. Export it in a format your alarm app accepts. On Android, move it to the Alarm folder; on iPhone, convert to M4R and sync via iTunes.

Tip 3:For Offline Listening

Cut long intros or silent parts when saving tracks for offline use. This reduces storage space and avoids unnecessary pauses between songs. Export in MP3 or another compatible format.

Tip 5: For DJ Software

Highlight beats or loops by trimming your songs. Add fade-ins and fade-outs for smooth transitions. Export in MP3 or WAV so your DJ software can handle them easily.

Tip 6: For Video Editing

Trim sections that match the length of your video. Focus on beats or specific hooks that enhance the visuals. Export in MP3 or WAV and import into your video editor to sync the music perfectly with your clips.

Part 8: Best Audio Cutters and Editors for Spotify Songs

Once you have your track in a standard format, you can edit it in almost any audio editor. This part introduces some of the best ones:

1. Adobe Audition

For precise, professional audio editing

Adobe Audition is a top choice for editing Spotify songs you've downloaded locally. With its spectral frequency display and advanced effects, you can easily trim intros, outros, or even remove silence. It's ideal for musicians, podcasters, and audio editors who want full control.

2. GarageBand

For Mac users looking for simple editing

GarageBand is great for cutting songs quickly, especially if you're on a Mac. It's simple enough for beginners and powerful enough for hobbyist producers. Just drop the track in, trim what you don't need, and export your custom version.

Read More: How to Add Spotify Music to GarageBand on Mac & iPhone

3. Pro Tools

For high-end studio-quality audio editing

Pro Tools is used in music and film studios worldwide. If you're serious about cutting and processing your audio from Spotify downloads, this is one of the best tools out there — just be ready for a steeper learning curve.

4. Ferrite Recording Studio

For mobile editing on the go

Ferrite is perfect if you want to trim songs directly on your iPhone or iPad. It's fast, intuitive, and especially handy for spoken-word edits or slicing up downloaded music without needing a desktop.

Conclusion

Although you're not allowed to directly cut music from Spotify, ViWizard Spotify Music Converter can help you download Spotify music then you can cut Spotify music on your computer or phone with ease. If you don't find a possible way to cut Spotify music, just try using ViWizard Spotify Music Converter, and you'll find it out.