How to Find SoundCloud Track ID - Complete Guide

Finding a SoundCloud track ID is essential when you want to embed tracks, create custom widgets, or integrate SoundCloud content into your applications. In this guide, we'll show you the simplest method to extract any SoundCloud track ID using the platform's built-in embed feature.

Why Do You Need a SoundCloud Track ID?

SoundCloud track IDs are unique identifiers that allow you to:

• Embed specific tracks in websites or applications
• Create custom SoundCloud widgets
• Build integrations with the SoundCloud API
• Share tracks programmatically

Step-by-Step Process

Step 1: Navigate to the SoundCloud Track

First, go to SoundCloud and find the track you want to get the ID for. Make sure you're on the track's main page where you can see the waveform and player controls.

Step 2: Click on Share

Look for the Share button below the track waveform. It's usually located next to other interaction buttons like Like and Repost.

Step 3: Select Embed Option

After clicking Share, you'll see several sharing options. Click on the Embed tab or option. This will show you the embed code for the track.

Step 4: Find the Track ID in the Embed Code

SoundCloud will generate an iframe embed code that looks something like this:

<iframe width="100%" height="300" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" allow="autoplay" 
src="https://w.soundcloud.com/player/?url=https%3A//api.soundcloud.com/tracks/123456789&color=%23ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&show_teaser=true&visual=true"></iframe>

Step 5: Extract the Track ID

In the embed code, look for the part that says tracks/ followed by a series of numbers. In the example above, the track ID would be 123456789.

The track ID is always located after /tracks/ in the URL parameter within the iframe src attribute.

Quick Tips

• Copy the entire number: Make sure to copy the complete track ID, as they can be quite long
• No special characters: Track IDs are always just numbers, no letters or special characters
• Case sensitivity: While track IDs are numbers, always copy them exactly as they appear

Alternative Method: URL Inspection

If you prefer, you can also find track IDs by looking at the track's URL structure, though the embed method is more reliable for getting the exact ID used by SoundCloud's systems.

Common Use Cases

Once you have the track ID, you can use it for:

1. Custom Widgets: Create your own SoundCloud players
2. Download Gates: Integrate tracks into your download gate systems
3. Portfolio Websites: Embed specific tracks in your music portfolio
4. Social Media Tools: Automate sharing of specific tracks

Conclusion

Finding SoundCloud track IDs is a straightforward process using the embed feature. This method works for any public track on SoundCloud and gives you the exact ID you need for any integration or widget creation project.

The embed method is the most reliable way to get track IDs because it uses SoundCloud's official system and ensures you get the correct identifier that will work with all SoundCloud features and APIs.