If you want to listen without an internet connection, you can download songs if you have a Spotify Premium subscription.

, as the platform removed its download store years ago to focus exclusively on streaming.

Open an album or playlist and tap the Download (downward arrow) icon.

To truly "buy" and own a song (e.g., to burn to a CD or use in other apps), you must use a dedicated digital music store:

The most common platform for buying individual tracks or albums. Amazon Music: Offers a vast catalog of MP3s for purchase.

A reliable alternative for high-resolution digital downloads. 3. Use Third-Party "Store Link" Tools Solved: How to buy songs? - The Spotify Community

These are not permanent MP3 files; they only work inside the Spotify app and will disappear if your subscription ends. 2. Purchase Permanent Files Elsewhere

While you can't own the files through Spotify, you have three primary alternatives depending on your goal: 1. Download for Offline Listening (Streaming Only)