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Shazam APK

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Apple Inc.
500M+

Name any song in seconds – even inside TikTok, Instagram and YouTube

Shazam is Apple’s free music recognition app. Identify any song in seconds, use it inside TikTok, Instagram and YouTube, follow synced lyrics and find concerts near you. 500M+ downloads, 4.8★ rating.

Shazam APKDownload for Android · Varies with device
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More about Shazam

NameShazam
Package namecom.shazam.android
CategoryMusic & Audio
Versionaries with device
SizeVaries with device
Requires AndroidVaries with device
DeveloperApple Inc.
Installs500M+
Last updated30 Oct 2026
Get it onGoogle Play

Shazam APK is the official Android download of Shazam: Find Music & Concerts, the famous app that names any song in seconds. Hold up your phone, tap the Shazam button and you get the song title, artist, lyrics and links to listen – even for music playing inside TikTok, Instagram or YouTube.

Below are the latest app details, all main features, how to use Shazam inside other apps, install steps and handy tips.

What is Shazam?

Shazam is a music recognition app owned by Apple. It listens to a few seconds of audio, compares it with a huge music database and shows you exactly what is playing. Tens of millions of people use it every day, and it is one of the highest rated music apps on Google Play.

Beyond naming songs, Shazam shows synced lyrics, music videos, global and local charts, and concerts near you. It is completely free with no in-app purchases.

Shazam APK identifying a song on Android
Identifying a song with Shazam (official screenshot)

Shazam APK Details

App nameShazam: Find Music & Concerts
DeveloperApple Inc.
Package namecom.shazam.android
Latest versionVaries with device (updated October 30, 2026)
RequiresVaries with device
CategoryMusic & Audio
PriceFree (no in-app purchases)
Downloads / rating500M+ · 4.8★ from 12M reviews · Teen

What’s New in the Latest Shazam Update

  • Faster performance and general improvements.
  • Bug fixes to make song recognition more reliable.

Shazam updates often, so keep the app updated from Google Play to get the latest features.

Key Features of Shazam

1. Identify Any Song in Seconds

Tap the big Shazam button and the app recognises the song playing around you – in a shop, a café, a car or a party.

2. Shazam Inside Other Apps

Turn on Pop-up Shazam to identify songs playing in TikTok, Instagram, YouTube or Snapchat without leaving the app you are using.

3. Auto Shazam

Long-press the button to keep Shazam listening in the background, so it catches every song while you go about your day.

4. Synced Lyrics and Videos

Follow the lyrics in time with the music and watch the official music video right inside the app.

5. Concerts Near You

Discover upcoming shows of artists you like and find concerts happening near your location.

6. Charts and Discovery

See the most Shazamed songs worldwide and in your city, and open any track in Spotify, Apple Music or YouTube Music.

How to Use Shazam in Other Apps

  1. Open Shazam and go to Settings.
  2. Turn on Pop-up Shazam (or Shazam from notification bar).
  3. Allow the permission to display over other apps.
  4. Play a video in TikTok, Instagram or YouTube and tap the floating Shazam button.

How to Download and Install Shazam APK

  1. Tap the Download button on this page to open Shazam on Google Play.
  2. Tap Install and open the app.
  3. Allow microphone access so Shazam can listen to music.
  4. Optionally sign in to sync your Shazams across devices.

Is Shazam APK Safe?

Yes. Shazam is published by Apple Inc. on Google Play and is completely free. There is no reason to download a “Shazam Pro” or modded APK – all features are already free in the official app, and fake versions can contain malware.

Requirements

  • Android phone or tablet with a microphone
  • Internet connection for recognition (songs captured offline are matched later)
  • Permission to display over other apps for Pop-up Shazam
Shazam lyrics and song details
Song details and lyrics in Shazam (official screenshot)

Handy Shazam Tips

  • Add the Shazam tile to your quick settings to identify songs with one swipe.
  • No internet? Tap Shazam anyway – it saves the recording and finds the song when you are back online.
  • Connect Spotify or Apple Music to add songs straight to a playlist.
  • Check your Library to see every song you have ever Shazamed.

Pros and Cons of Shazam

Pros

  • Very fast and accurate song recognition
  • Works inside other apps
  • Free, no ads in the main experience, no purchases
  • Lyrics, videos and concerts in one place

Cons

  • Needs internet to show results
  • Pop-up mode needs extra permissions

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Final Verdict

Shazam is still the fastest way to name a song on Android. It is free, accurate, works inside your favourite apps and adds lyrics, videos and concerts on top. Download the official Shazam APK from Google Play with the button above and never miss a song again.

Frequently asked questions

Is Shazam free?
Yes. Shazam is completely free on Google Play with no in-app purchases.
Can Shazam identify songs in TikTok or Instagram?
Yes. Turn on Pop-up Shazam in settings and tap the floating button while a video plays in TikTok, Instagram, YouTube or Snapchat.
Does Shazam work offline?
You can tap Shazam without internet and it saves the recording. The song is identified as soon as you are back online.
Who makes Shazam?
Shazam is owned and published by Apple Inc.
Does Shazam show lyrics?
Yes. Shazam shows synced lyrics for many songs, along with music videos and links to streaming apps.
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