Linux · Audio, Video & Music
Riff
Stream Spotify without distraction
by Diego Augusto
Official site: flathub.org
About Riff
Riff is a Spotify client that puts your music library front and center. It features a clean, minimal design that lets you listen distraction-free.
Note: Riff requires a Spotify Premium account. Some accounts may not work due to Spotify's new PlayPlay DRM, which is proprietary and cannot be implemented externally.
Features:
Modern GTK4 and libadwaita interface with light/dark themes and a responsive layout
Play, pause, skip, seek, shuffle, and repeat with gapless playback
Like tracks and follow artists, albums, and playlists
Browse your saved albums, playlists, liked tracks, and followed artists
Create and edit your own playlists and add tracks to them
Search for albums, artists, tracks, and playlists
Share and open Spotify links with your friends using automatic link detection
Fine-tune your sound with a built-in DSP engine featuring a 10-band equalizer, stereo pan, and pitch shift
Advanced desktop integration: media keys (MPRIS), inhibits session suspend while playing, and secure credential storage
Keyboard shortcuts and touch gestures
How to install Riff
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With Flatpak you can install and update it with: flatpak install flathub dev.diegovsky.Riff
- Open Riff once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Riff free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where Riff is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install Riff from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub dev.diegovsky.Riff. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is Riff safe?
Riff downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
