What is Spotify Canvas and how do I use it to boost streams?

Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/artist/2dLKkyJWRjsNafzYEj6l9E

 Why Canvas Matters for Growth

  • Creates a visual identity for your track or artist brand
  • Keeps listeners on your song longer (reduces skip rate)
  • Increases the chance fans share your song to Instagram Stories
  • Adds a level of professionalism and polish that listeners notice


 How to Add a Canvas to Your Song

1. Use Spotify for Artists App (Mobile Only)

  • Go to the Music tab
  • Select a released track
  • Click “+ Add Canvas”
  • Upload your 9:16 video loop (720px tall minimum, .mp4 or .jpg)

2. Follow the Specs

  • Vertical format (9:16 aspect ratio)
  • 3–8 seconds max (will loop automatically)
  • No logos, text-heavy clips, or sudden flashes
  • Keep visuals loop-friendly and eye-catching

3. Use Canva, CapCut, or Adobe Premiere to Create Canvas Loops

  • Show a subtle animation of your cover art
  • Record a short performance loop or moody clip
  • Use abstract visuals or lyrics in motion


 Best Types of Canvas Loops

  • Slow-motion footage of you performing or in nature
  • Animated cover art (with subtle movement)
  • Cinematic loop (walking, driving, staring out a window)
  • Emotive lyrics on screen (if you want text)


 Avoid These Mistakes

  • Uploading a blank or irrelevant visual
  • Adding text that’s too fast to read or hard to see
  • Not updating Canvas after the release (you can change it anytime)


 Pro Tip

When fans share your song to Instagram Stories, the Canvas appears as a live motion background — making it more likely people click through to Spotify. Always include one!

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