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Request to Restore Access to preview_url in API Responses for UGC App Use

Request to Restore Access to preview_url in API Responses for UGC App Use

Dear Spotify Team,

I hope you're doing well.

I'm developing a user-generated content (UGC) app that allows users to create and view short-form videos, somewhat similar to TikTok or Instagram Reels. As part of this experience, each video may feature background music tied to a specific track, which is displayed alongside relevant metadata (track name, album cover, artist).

Previously, we planned on relying on the preview_url field in Spotifyโ€™s Web API to provide a short, 30-second preview of a track. This was ideal for our use case: a lightweight, non-commercial clip that enhances discovery and user expression without full track playback. However, it seems this field has been deprecated for newer API clients. 

Weโ€™re not seeking full track streaming, only the return of the preview_url in search and track data responses for integration in a limited, non-downloadable way. Is there any way to request an exception or re-enable access for approved clients like ours?

Thank you for your consideration, and Iโ€™d be happy to share more about our implementation if needed.

Best regards,
David Fall

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Hi @david-fall 

Thank you for posting in the Spotify Community, and Welcome!

The idea you shared sounds like a lot of fun and definitely creative. That said, we wanted to let you know that the Spotify Developer Terms donโ€™t allow combining Spotify content with media from other sources. They also donโ€™t permit syncing Spotify music with video or other visual elements.

 

If you have any other questions or ideas, feel free to reach out; the Spotify Community is here to help!

 

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