Transfer Navidrome playlists
to YouTube Music
Move your entire Navidrome library — playlists, albums, liked songs, artists — to YouTube Music in minutes. No manual work needed.
Try for freeFree transfer up to 200 tracks · No credit card
Switching from Navidrome to YouTube Music takes 2-5 minutes for about 500 tracks. Whether you're chasing a better music catalog, more useful features, or a cheaper subscription, you don't have to leave your library behind.
Forget the headache of recreating every playlist by hand. With modern sync tools, you can port over your entire collection of tracks and albums in a few clicks.
In this guide, you'll learn how to move your music library from Navidrome to YouTube Music, what differences exist between the two platforms, and which one might be the better choice depending on your listening habits.
How it works
Transfer in 4 easy steps
Step 01
Download MusConv
Install the app on Windows, macOS, iOS, Android or use the Web version.
Step 02
Select Navidrome as source
Open MusConv and connect your Navidrome account as the source service.
Step 03
Choose what to transfer
Select playlists, albums, liked songs or followed artists you want to move.
Step 04
Transfer & done
Select YouTube Music as destination, hit Transfer, and grab a coffee while we do the work.
What transfers
Everything in your Navidrome library
Playlists
All your Navidrome playlists — public, private, and collaborative — transferred to YouTube Music with track order preserved.
Supported
Albums
Move your saved and followed albums from Navidrome to YouTube Music. Artist name, release year and album artwork are matched automatically.
Supported
Artists
Keep following your favorite artists after switching. MusConv transfers your full followed artists list so you never miss new releases.
Supported
Liked tracks
Your full "Liked Songs" library from Navidrome is transferred to YouTube Music automatically — every saved track, in the right order.
Supported
Albums
How to transfer albums from Navidrome to YouTube Music
Before transferring albums, ensure you have the MusConv app downloaded. Then follow these steps:
1
Select Navidrome as source
Open MusConv and connect your 
Navidrome account.
Navidrome account.2
Select albums you want to transfer
Switch to the Albums tab and choose which saved albums to move.
3
Select YouTube Music as destination
Choose 
YouTube Music as the destination and press Transfer.
YouTube Music as the destination and press Transfer.4
Enjoy your albums in YouTube Music
Once complete, all transferred albums appear in your YouTube Music library, ready to play.
Artists
How to transfer followed artists from Navidrome to YouTube Music
Keep your artist subscriptions intact when switching platforms:
1
Select Navidrome as source
Open MusConv and connect your Navidrome account.
Navidrome account.2
Select artists you want to transfer
Switch to the Artists tab and select which followed artists to move to YouTube Music.
3
Select YouTube Music as destination
Choose YouTube Music as the destination and press Transfer.
YouTube Music as the destination and press Transfer.4
Follow artists in YouTube Music
Your followed artists now appear in YouTube Music — new releases from them will show up automatically.
Liked tracks
How to transfer liked songs from Navidrome to YouTube Music
Your saved songs library moves with you — here's how:
1
Select Navidrome as source
Open MusConv and connect your Navidrome account.
Navidrome account.2
Select your liked tracks
Open the Liked Songs tab and select all saved tracks you want to transfer.
3
Select YouTube Music as destination
Choose YouTube Music as the destination and press Transfer.
YouTube Music as the destination and press Transfer.4
Find your songs in YouTube Music
All transferred tracks appear in your YouTube Music Liked Songs library — ready to play instantly.
Alternative method
Transfer via CSV backup
Use this method to create a full backup of your music data before importing to YouTube Music.
1
Select Navidrome as source
Open MusConv and connect your Navidrome account.
Navidrome account.2
Export to CSV
Select the content you want to export, then choose CSV as the destination. This creates a full backup file.
3
Import CSV to YouTube Music
Select CSV as the new source, open the saved file, then choose YouTube Music as the destination and press Transfer.
YouTube Music as the destination and press Transfer.About the services
What is Navidrome and what is YouTube Music
Navidrome
Your music. Your server. Your rules.Navidrome is a free, open-source music server designed for standalone installation that converts your personal music collection in FLAC, MP3, or lossless formats into a Spotify-style streaming service. It is developed in the Go programming language and is fully compatible with the Subsonic API. It works with dozens of third-party apps for iOS, Android, desktop computers, and web browsers.
Pros
- Completely free and open-source
- True lossless streaming with no compression
- Full ownership, your library never disappears
- Compatible with the entire Subsonic client ecosystem
Cons
- Requires self-hosting, no official cloud-hosted option
- No official mobile apps
- No built-in music discovery or recommendation algorithm
- Initial setup requires basic technical knowledge
YouTube Music
Streaming powered by YouTubeYouTube Music combines a music catalog with a vast number of music videos. It gives users access to official releases, remixes, live performances, and downloads for offline listening. The service offers a sound interface for listening to music.
Pros
- YouTube integration
- Large catalog including remixes, covers and user tracks
- Good recommendations
- Background playback and offline listening
Cons
- Confusing interface
- Low sound quality
- No lossless audio
- Very limited free version
Comparison
Navidrome
VSYouTube Music
Lossless FLAC, ALAC, WAV, AIFF, plus MP3, AAC, OGG, OPUS, WMA
Audio quality
256 kbps, AAC
Unlimited — your own personal library
Catalog
100M+ Tracks & Videos
Smart Playlists, Instant Mix, Last.fm & ListenBrainz Scrobbling
Features
Personalized Mixes, Mood Mixes
Free, open-source (GPL 3.0) — only cost is your own server or hosting
Price
Free (Ads), Premium $10.99/mo
Self-hosted Web UI
Platforms
Mobile, Web, Smart TVs, Android Auto/CarPlay
If you have to choose between Navidrome and YouTube Music, you should consider how the two platforms handle music streaming.
Navidrome is well known for self-hosted lossless streaming with full library ownership, which makes it a strong choice for listeners who appreciate streaming a personal FLAC/lossless music collection.
On the other hand, YouTube Music is more about music video catalog and YouTube integration, so it's great for people who like users who listen to both official tracks and videos.
When it comes to finding new tracks, Navidrome offers Last.fm and ListenBrainz scrobbling integration plus smart/instant mix generation, while YouTube Music is all about video-based recommendations and trending content.
Both platforms give you pretty much all the music in the world, but they feel totally different once you start using them. It really comes down to which interface clicks with you, how well it plays with your other gadgets, and how much you care about high-end sound.
Ultimately, the best platform depends on whether you prioritize control of your own music library, with no monthly fees or licensing restrictions or rare tracks, remixes, and live performances.
Ready to make export? Switching from Navidrome to YouTube Music is a breeze, so you can dive into a new app without losing your entire music collection. Whether you're moving for better sound, cooler features, or because it just works better with your gear, moving your playlists means your favorite tracks are always right there with you.
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