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