What makes a good Spotify Canvas video and how can I use it to increase streams?

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What Is a Spotify Canvas?

Spec

Details

Format

Vertical video (9:16)

Length

3 to 8 seconds

File Type

MP4 or JPEG sequence (looped)

No

Text, logos, or flashes of light that cause strobing


Canvas shows on Spotify mobile only. Users can share your song to IG Stories, where Canvas appears as a background.


 Why Use a Spotify Canvas?

  • Up to 200% increase in shares
  • 5–20% increase in track saves
  • 9% more likely to complete a stream
  • Increases professional perception of your brand
  • Helps build visual identity and storytelling around your song


 What Makes a Great Canvas Video?

  1. Loop-friendly motion
    • Use seamless transitions or boomerang-style movement
    • Avoid obvious “start” or “stop” points
  2. Keep it visually simple
    • Avoid clutter, flashy edits, or too many elements
    • Focus on one subject or consistent visual theme
  3. Match the mood of the song
    • Calm track? Use slow, ambient visuals
    • Hype track? Go bold, energetic, animated
  4. Reinforce your visual identity
    • Use matching color palettes, themes, or imagery from your single/album cover
    • Repeat your brand’s aesthetic across releases
  5. Use emotional or symbolic visuals
    • Abstract visuals can spark curiosity and replays
    • Dance, slow motion, animation, and visual metaphors all work well


 Pro Tips

  • Use free or affordable tools: CapCut, Canva (video), VEED.io, Adobe Premiere Rush
  • Shoot vertical with your phone in 4K for high quality
  • Use AI video tools to generate unique loops if you’re not a filmmaker


 Where to Upload It

  • Go to Spotify for Artists (desktop or mobile)
  • Choose your song → Tap "Add Canvas" → Upload the MP4
  • You can change or remove it at any time


A strong Canvas adds movement to your music—literally.
It creates a vibe, tells a story, and gives your audience one more reason to remember you.

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