How to Download Songs from Apple Music to PC | Mac

Part 1. Best Way to Download Apple Music to Directly PC or Mac (With ViWizard)

Sometimes streaming Apple Music isn't enough—you may want to download songs directly to your PC or Mac. However, Apple Music tracks come in formats like M4P or AAC, which aren't as flexible as MP3. M4P files are protected by DRM, limiting how you can use them, while AAC files, though DRM-free, typically come from paid iTunes Store purchases.

The best solution is to convert these tracks into a universal format like MP3.

What You Need: ViWizard Apple Music Converter

MP3 is widely supported across nearly all devices, not just those authorized by Apple. Fortunately, there's a simple way to make the switch: ViWizard Apple Music Converter. It's a powerful yet easy-to-use tool that lets you download music from Apple Music directly to your computer, remove DRM, and convert tracks to MP3 or other popular formats like WAV, FLAC, AIFF, M4A, and M4B.

ViWizard includes a built-in Apple Music web player, so you can log in, select songs, and customize output settings such as bit rate, sample rate, and codec. With ViWizard, you can download songs, albums, and playlists—essentially any Apple Music content—and transfer them from your desktop to other devices without restrictions.

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Step 1Install ViWizard and Sign In to Apple Music

Download and install ViWizard Apple Music Converter on your Windows or Mac computer. Once installed, open the app and log in to your Apple Music account using the built-in web player. This gives you full access to your Apple Music library so you can pick what you want to save.

Step 2Pick an Output Format (Like MP3)

Go to the settings section before converting. Choose MP3 as your output format—it's the most compatible with all devices. You can also adjust sound quality settings like bit rate, sample rate, and audio channels. If you want to keep synced lyrics or text files, make sure those options are selected too.

Step 3Select the Songs You Want to Keep

Browse through your library inside the ViWizard interface. Choose songs, albums, or playlists you'd like to download. Click the "+" button to add them to the list. When everything's ready, hit the Convert button to start saving your tracks as regular audio files.

Step 4Find and Enjoy Your New Music Files

Once the process finishes, go to the History tab or open the output folder on your computer. You'll see your converted music there—free of DRM, and ready to use however you like. You can play the songs, copy them to a USB drive, move them to your phone, or back them up. All the original details like album art and titles stay with the files, making it easy to keep your collection neat.

Part 2. How to Download Apple Music to PC or Mac (Official Method)

Yes, you can download music from Apple Music to your computer, but you'll need an active Apple Music subscription. This gives you access to download songs for offline listening, though the files remain protected by DRM and tied to your Apple ID. The exact method depends on your device and operating system.

Downloading Music from Apple's Music Catalog:

For Windows 11 (using the Apple Music app):

1. Open the Microsoft Store and install the Apple Music app.
2. Launch the app and sign in with your Apple ID.
3. Browse or search for songs, albums, or playlists.
4. If Dolby Atmos is available, you'll notice an indicator near the music—choose to download in that format if you want the immersive experience.
5. Click the "+" icon to add music to your library.
6. Click the download icon to save it offline.
7. To check for updates, open the Microsoft Store, go to Library, and select Get updates.

For Mac (macOS Catalina and later, using the Apple Music app):

1. Open the Apple Music app.
2. Sign in with your Apple ID.
3. Search for music and look for the Dolby Atmos availability indicator next to tracks or albums.
4. In Apple Music's preferences, ensure the setting to download Dolby Atmos content is enabled for the best audio quality.
5. Click the "+" button to add music to your library.
6. Click the download icon to save it offline.
7. Music is stored in the Music folder, but managed by the app. You can adjust the storage location in the app's settings.

For Windows 10 (using iTunes):

1. Download iTunes from the Microsoft Store and install it.
2. Launch iTunes and sign in with your Apple ID.
3. Browse Apple Music content or go to your Library.
4. Look for Dolby Atmos availability where applicable and ensure your settings enable downloading it.
5. Click the "+" icon to add the music to your library.



6. Once the music is added, click the download icon next to the track, album, or playlist to start downloading.

Note: All Apple Music downloads are in M4P format with DRM protection and playable only through Apple-authorized apps or devices.

For Mac (macOS Mojave and earlier, using iTunes):

1. Open iTunes.
2. Sign in with your Apple ID.
3. Browse or search for music and add it to your library.
4. Click the cloud icon with a downward arrow to download.

Note: Dolby Atmos support is limited or unavailable on older iTunes versions.

Part 3. How to Download Purchased iTunes Music on PC or Mac (Official Method)

If you prefer to own your music outright, buying from the iTunes Store is the better option. Purchased songs are in DRM-free AAC format, different from what's being downloaded from Apple's streaming music catalog and are yours forever. You can use them offline easily across different devices, not just computers, or even set them as ringtones.

Buying and Downloading Music from the iTunes Store:

1. Open iTunes (on Windows or older macOS), or go to the iTunes Store tab in the Music app (on newer macOS).
2. Sign in with your Apple ID.
3. Navigate to the iTunes Store tab.
4. Search for the song or album you want.
5. Click Buy next to the item. Most songs are $1.29, and albums range from $9.99 to $14.99.



6. The song will download automatically. To re-download, go to the Purchased section and click the cloud icon.

Tip: To access your purchased songs across devices, turn on iCloud Music Library in settings. Since iTunes purchases are DRM-free, they can be transferred or used freely on authorized devices linked to your Apple ID.

Part 4. How to Transfer Downloaded Apple Music to Other Devices

Now that you've downloaded Apple Music to your PC or Mac, it's time to explore how to manage those files and transfer them to other devices. The steps will vary depending on the file format—M4P, AAC, or MP3—and where the files were originally saved.

• If you used iTunes to download Apple Music tracks, they're most likely in M4P or AAC format and stored in your default iTunes library folder. You'll need to use iTunes to manage and transfer them to Apple devices.
• If you used ViWizard Apple Music Converter to download and convert tracks to MP3, you can find your files in the folder you selected during the conversion process. MP3 files are more flexible and can be transferred to almost any device, including iPhones, iPads, and Android smartphones.
• If you want to organize everything in one place, iTunes is still the best option for managing and syncing your music library across devices.

Transferring Apple Music Downloads to iPhone or iPad (MP3 Files)

1. Connect your iPhone or iPad to your computer using a USB cable.
2. Open iTunes on your PC.
3. Drag and drop your MP3 files (converted via ViWizard) into your iTunes library.
4. Go to the "Music" section in iTunes and enable music syncing.
5. Choose to sync your entire music library or select specific playlists, albums, or tracks.
6. Click "Apply" or "Sync" to begin the transfer.
7. On your iPhone or iPad, open the Music app and go to the Downloaded section to find your transferred songs.

Transferring Apple Music Downloads to Android Smartphones or Tablets

1. Connect your Android device to your PC using a USB cable.
2. On your PC, open your Android phone's internal storage.
3. Locate the ViWizard output folder where your MP3 files were saved.
4. Copy and paste the MP3 files into your preferred music folder on the Android device.
5. Open your favorite music player app on the Android phone.
6. Use the app's "import" or "add music" function to add the new tracks to your library.

Transferring Apple Music Downloads to USB Flash Drive

1. Connect your USB flash drive to your PC or Mac.
2. Locate your Apple Music files on your computer. If you used iTunes to download music, find your M4P or AAC files in the iTunes Media folder. If you converted your music with ViWizard, open the folder where your MP3 files were saved.
3. Select the songs, albums, or playlists you want to transfer.
4. Move the selected files onto your USB flash drive.
5. Safely eject the USB drive once the transfer is complete.

Part 5. FAQs About Downloading Apple Music to Computer

Conclusion

If you decide to constantly renew Apple Music and don't plan to play Apple Music on more devices, you could only download Apple Music songs as cache files for offline listening on PC. But with the help of ViWizard Apple Music Converter, you can download Apple Music songs to PC locally. Furthermore, it convert Apple Music songs to several unprotected audio files for playing anywhere.