How Can I Download Apple Music Free to Computer

The iTunes Store and Apple Music are two different services, but both are accessible through iTunes (on Windows/macOS) or the Music app (on macOS). Here's how to use the iTunes Store to purchase and download Apple music free to your computer permanently (not the same as Apple Music's streaming service).

How to download apple music free

1. Open iTunes (Windows) or Music App (macOS).

2. Go to Account > Sign In (enter your Apple ID). Ensure your payment method is set up (Account > View My Account > Payment Information).

3. Click on "iTunes Store" (left sidebar in iTunes) or "Store" (in the Music app). If you don’t see it, enable it in Preferences > General > Show iTunes Store.

4. Browse or search for songs/albums. Click the price button (e.g., $0.99 for a song, $9.99 for an album). Confirm the purchase.

5. After buying, the song/album will appear in your Library > Purchased. Click the "Download" (cloud icon) button to save it to your computer.

How to Locate Downloaded Apple Music Files

Windows: C:\Users\[YourUsername]\Music\iTunes\iTunes Media\Music

macOS: /Users/[YourUsername]/Music/Music/Media/Music

💡 Note: Purchased iTunes music is DRM-free (you own it forever), unlike Apple Music streams.