An ARL token is essentially your password in cookie form. If you paste your token into a malicious, sketchy, or poorly secured third-party application, the creators of that app can easily hijack your Deezer account. They will have full access to your account details, payment methods linked to the profile, and playlist data. 2. Violating Terms of Service
Double-click the value in the Value column (it will be a long 192-char string), copy it, and paste it into the third-party app you are using d-fi-core/docs/faq.md at master - GitHub .
Open the (Cmd+Option+I) and click the Storage tab. Expand Cookies to find and copy the arl value. Common Uses for ARL Tokens Deezer Arl Token
However, this power comes with a high price. The security risks are substantial; it's a key that can be stolen or misused, leading to account compromise. This, combined with its instability and the clear violation of Deezer's terms, makes it a risky choice for the average user.
Yes, if your account has HiFi enabled. The ARL token inherits the permissions of the account it belongs to. An ARL token is essentially your password in cookie form
While an ARL token typically does not expose your full credit card number, an unauthorized user with access to your account can view your personal details, including your display name, linked email address, region, and account creation history. 4. Terms of Service Violations
cp ~/Library/Application\ Support/Deezer/Local\ Storage/leveldb/ ~/forensics/ Expand Cookies to find and copy the arl value
If you are a power user or developer, understanding how to retrieve and manage your ARL token is essential. However, it is your responsibility to protect it like the "master key" it is, to respect Deezer's service agreement, and to ensure that your usage of the token does not infringe upon copyright laws. For the average user, the safest path is to use Deezer through its official applications and website, leaving the ARL token to those with a clear understanding of its risks and responsibilities.
Deezer's terms of service explicitly prohibit actions such as:
Changing your password immediately invalidates across every device (web, mobile, desktop). You will have to re-login everywhere. This is the nuclear option and is highly recommended if you have any doubt.
Sometimes. Token revocation can take up to 24 hours. For immediate invalidation, use Deezer’s “Log out of all devices” option.