In a world where every swipe, tap, and scroll competes for attention, your app needs more than functionality — it needs soul. The difference between an app users tolerate and one they love often comes down to those magical moments when the perfect song drops, when a sound effect makes them smile, or when they discover they can create something extraordinary without leaving the platform. That’s where Artlist changes everything.
Not all libraries are created equal
While others rely on generic, algorithm-generated tracks, Artlist’s catalog features original songs crafted by real musicians, footage shot by leading filmmakers, pro sound designers who understand the art, and graphic designers who know what works. Every track, every sound effect, every piece of footage, and template is born from authentic creative vision, not churned out by AI.
Our artists aren’t just making background noise. They’re creating emotional landscapes that can transform a simple video edit into a cinematic experience, turn a meditation app into a spiritual journey, or make a fitness routine feel like an epic adventure. This is the difference between sounding like every other app and having a voice that’s unmistakably yours.
When you integrate Artlist’s exclusively licensed content, you’re not just adding assets — you’re adding authenticity that users can feel.
Three ways to harness this creative power
1. In-app creative assets: Empower user creativity
Video editing apps engage users to spend more time in-app when they have access to quality music libraries. Why? Because great audio makes everything feel more professional, more engaging, more… worth sharing.
Transform your app into a creative playground where users can access music, SFX, footage, and templates. With quality creative assets in their hands, you are helping your users’ creativity, discover the perfect track for their travel vlog, find the exact sound effect that makes their meme go viral, or access cinematic footage that elevates their presentation from amateur to professional.
The magic happens when a creator finds a hauntingly beautiful piano piece that perfectly captures their story’s emotion, or when a small business owner discovers the upbeat track that makes their product demo impossible to scroll past. These aren’t just assets — they’re creative breakthroughs waiting to happen.
Perfect for: Video editing apps, social media platforms, presentation tools, podcast creation apps, story-building platforms, educational content creators, live streaming apps, and any platform where users generate content.
2. The Artlist Music API: Where discovery meets technology
For music-forward apps — whether you’re building the next Spotify, a DJ mixing platform, a podcast creator, or a video editor with advanced audio needs — our Music API unlocks the full potential of professional audio discovery.
Rich metadata means users can search by mood, energy, genre, instruments, or even specific narrative themes. Want tracks that feel like “sunrise over mountains” or “late-night city drive”? Our cataloging makes the impossible search possible.
Perfect for: Music discovery apps, DJ software, advanced video editors, podcast platforms, music streaming services, social audio apps, and any platform where audio is the star, not just the supporting act.
3. Enhance your app with sound and visuals: Create a sonic brand identity
Sonic branding is the strategic use of sound and visuals to reinforce your brand’s identity. Think of it as your app’s audio logo. Just like a visual logo or color scheme, a distinctive sound can create instant recognition and emotional connection with your users.
The best brands already do this. Netflix’s iconic “ta-dum”, Apple’s startup chime, or Slack’s satisfying notification tones — these aren’t just sounds; they’re part of the brand experience. They signal familiarity, trust, and quality.
Most apps treat audio as an afterthought, but when done right, the sound becomes your brand. With Artlist’s catalog of quality sound effects, you can create a strong sonic brand. Meditation app can feature exclusive, professionally-composed soundscapes that deepen the experience and set your brand apart. Fitness apps can deliver curated tracks that energize, motivate, and feel tailor-made for your users.
Perfect for: Gaming apps, meditation and wellness platforms, fitness apps, dating apps, productivity tools, news apps, shopping platforms, food delivery apps, travel apps, financial apps, and any digital experience where atmosphere and emotion matter.
Why this matters more than ever
Every major platform is fighting for creator attention. YouTube Shorts competes with TikTok, which competes with Instagram Reels, which competes with Snapchat. What makes creators choose your platform over the giants?
Often, it’s the details. It’s having that exclusive track that makes the content stand out. It’s the sound design that makes the app experience feel premium. It’s knowing that the audio you’re using won’t get their content flagged or taken down because of licensing issues.
Artlist’s global commercial licensing means your users create with confidence. No copyright strikes, no takedown notices, no legal headaches. Just pure creative freedom backed by authentic, professionally-crafted content that can’t be found anywhere else.
Why Canva chose Artlist
When Canva integrated Artlist’s music and footage directly into their editor, they weren’t just adding features — they were solving a fundamental business challenge. As Tanya Raheja, Head of Content at Canva, explains: “Most business leaders are now investing in visual platforms and prioritizing design literacy for all of their employees. The need to create content is no longer limited to designers and creatives, but is something all teams need to navigate to communicate ideas effectively, stand out, and achieve their goals.”
This shift means your marketing coordinator, your HR manager, and your sales team all need to create compelling visual content. But here’s the problem: giving everyone design tools isn’t enough if they don’t have access to professional-quality assets to work with.
Recognizing this need, Artlist and Canva partnered to democratize creativity by providing access to Artlist’s high-quality music and footage directly within Canva’s platform. Now, millions of users can add that perfect background track to their video presentations without ever leaving Canva, removing the friction that previously separated good ideas from great execution. The result? Users create more, stay longer, and upgrade more frequently.
Ready to transform your app’s creative DNA?
Whether you’re building the next viral video platform, designing a meditation app, or creating tools that help small businesses tell their stories, Artlist’s in-app solutions can elevate every interaction.
Our integration team works with you to understand your users’ creative journey, then tailors a solution that feels native to your platform. Because great integration doesn’t feel like integration at all, it feels like it was always meant to be there.
Ready to give your app the creative edge it deserves? Contact our team to explore how Artlist’s exclusive, professionally-crafted catalog can help make your app unforgettable.
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