How to Get Tidal BMW Working in 4 Ways

Way 1. How to Get Tidal BMW Working via Apple CarPlay or Android Auto

The easiest and most integrated way to play Tidal on BMW is through Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. Both systems allow you to connect your smartphone to your car's infotainment system, providing access to Tidal's entire library right from the dashboard. If you are not sure whether your BMW integrates with CarPlay or Android Auto, please find relevant information on this page: Tidal Car Integrations.

Now, let's see the steps to make Tidal BMW Integrated.

For Apple CarPlay Users:

Step 1. Connect your iPhone to your BMW using a USB cable or wirelessly (if supported).

Step 2. On your iPhone, go to 'Settings' > 'General' > 'CarPlay'. Then, choose your BMW from the 'Available Cars' list.

Step 3. Launch Tidal on your phone and then control Tidal using your car's touchscreen or voice commands.

See also: How to Use Tidal in CarPlay

For Android Auto Users:

Step 1. Connect your Android phone to your BMW.

Step 2. Open the Android Auto app, then select Tidal from the list of compatible apps.

Step 3. Browse playlists, songs, and albums using your car's dashboard screen or voice commands.

See also: How to Get Tidal on Android Auto

Way 2. How to Make BMW Tidal Work via Bluetooth

You also can get BMW Tidal working together via Bluetooth. While this method may not give you full in-dash control, it's a simple and effective way to enjoy your music.

Step 1. Pair your smartphone with your BMW's Bluetooth by going to the 'Bluetooth' settings on both devices.

Step 2. Once paired, open the Tidal app on your phone and start playing music.

Step 3. You can use the car's controls to adjust the volume and skip tracks, but navigation through playlists will need to be done on your phone.

See also: How to Play Tidal on Bluetooth across Your Devices

Way 3. How to Integrate Tidal with BMW via USB/AUX Connections

If you prefer a wired connection or sometimes your Bluetooth is not working, you can still enjoy Tidal on BMW using a USB or AUX connection. Here's how:

Step 1. Connect your phone to the car's USB port using a USB cable or plug an AUX cable into both your phone and car.

Step 2. Now, open the Tidal app on your phone. You can play your favorite tunes.

Step 3. While you won't be able to navigate Tidal directly on your car's screen, you'll benefit from better sound quality compared to Bluetooth.

Way 4. How to Get Tidal BMW to Work Offline via USB Flash Drives

If you cannot open the Tidal app, you are unable to access Tidal tracks, even the downloaded files. Because Tidal music is only available within the Tidal app and Tidal web player. In this case, using a USB drive to play local Tidal tracks on BMW offline is a great option. How can you save local music on USB drives?

You need AudFree Tidal Music Converter. This tool can help you download Tidal songs as local files and store them on your computer. You can download Tidal music in different formats like MP3 and AAC. Different from cache files, local files can be moved to most devices, including USB flash drives. If your BMW or other cars don't support Tidal, you also can use this method (upload songs from a USB drive to your car) to solve the problem.

4.1 How to Download Music from Tidal via AudFree Tidal Music Converter

Step 1Load Tidal music into AudFree Tidable

If you have already downloaded AudFree Tidable, simply open it. If not, you can click the green 'Download' icon above. Once you have opened the tool, the Tidal app will also be launched. Now, copy the Tidal music link from the Tidal app and paste it into Tidal's link box in AudFree. Click the '+' icon to start the loading process.

Step 2Set download formats for Tidal audio

From the top-right line of Tidable, you will see a 'Menu' logo. Just click it and select 'Preferences'. Then, go to the 'Convert' part to choose your needed formats. We recommend selecting 'MP3' as the download format cause it is the most commonly supported format for USB drives. Hitting 'OK' will save your choice.

Step 3Download Tidal music for BMW

Now, you can click the 'Convert' button to make AudFree Tidal Music Downloader download music. Afterwards, you can find the downloads by hitting 'Converted' on the bottom-left side.

Video GuideDownload music from Tidal for BMW

Follow the video demo to download music from Tidal on computers.

4.2 Transfer Tidal HiFi Downloads to USB Drives

In this step, you can put the downloaded Tidal music on BMW to make Tidal BMW integrated. Please insert your USB flash drive into your PC. Then, copy and paste the Tidal downloads into the folder of the USB drive. Disconnect the USB drive from your device and then insert it into your BMW. You have now linked Tidal to BMW. Simply find and enjoy the local Tidal tunes.

In Conclusion

From this article, 3 ways can make Tidal BMW integrated. You can enjoy HiFi music on your BMW online or offline. However, they all need the Tidal app. Using a USB flash drive, you can enjoy Tidal music offline without Tidal forever. This way can't be done without AudFree Tidal Music Converter's help because this AudFree tool can export music from Tidal. With the help of AudFree Tidal Music Downloader, you can transfer Tidal audio to most devices you own or you plan to buy. Don't miss it!