Where to Find Apple Music Downloads on Any Device

Part 1: Where Apple Music and iTunes Downloads Are Stored

Music takes up space, and knowing where it lives makes managing it easier. Downloads are stored in folders inside the main Music directory. The app maintains the folder structure automatically, keeping songs organized by artist and album while keeping the library consistent across the interface and file system.

For Desktop (Windows and Mac)

On desktop, Apple Music and iTunes save files in a media folder inside the library.

Windows:

Files are stored in the user's Music folder under iTunes Media\Music:

C:\Users\YourUsername\Music\iTunes\iTunes Media\Music

Mac:

Files are stored in ~/Music/Music/Media/Music. Older iTunes libraries may be in ~/Music/iTunes/iTunes Media/Music:

/Users/YourUsername/Music/Music/Media/Music
/Users/YourUsername/Music/iTunes/iTunes Media/Music

For Mobile (iPhone, iPad, and Android)

On mobile, downloads are handled automatically. iPhone and iPad store tracks in the system media library, which is hidden from the Files app. Android stores files in the app's private folders, either on internal memory or SD card if set up.

iPhone / iPad:

/private/var/mobile/Media/

Android:

/Android/data/com.apple.android.music/files/
/data/data/com.apple.android.music/files/

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Part 2: Download Apple Music, Convert It, and Remove DRM

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One of the best features of ViWizard is its ability to remove DRM protection. This means you can keep and play your Apple Music tracks without being tied to the Apple Music app. You can download any songs, albums, or playlists. Another great feature is batch downloading, which lets you download multiple tracks at once, saving you time.

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• Convert Apple Music songs, albums, playlists, and artists into MP3 for easy access
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• Strip DRM from Apple Music for unrestricted offline listening
• Save converted audio files while retaining full ID3 tag details

Step 1Download and Install ViWizard Apple Music Converter

Start by visiting the ViWizard website and downloading the Apple Music Converter for your computer (available for both Windows and Mac). After the installation finishes, open the app and log in with your Apple Music account. This will give you access to all your music, including playlists, albums, and songs.

Step 2Select MP3 as the Output Format

Next, choose the format for your converted music files. For the best compatibility with most devices, including Samsung phones, MP3 is a great choice. Click the gear icon in the top-right corner to adjust settings like sample rate, bit rate, and audio channels. This step helps you balance sound quality with file size. Once you're happy with the settings, hit "OK" to save them.

Step 3Add Music and Start Conversion

Browse your Apple Music library and pick the songs, albums, or playlists you want to convert. Click the "+" button to add the tracks to the conversion list. Once you've selected your music, click "Add to Conversion List". To start the conversion, click the "Convert" button. The process will take just a few minutes, depending on how many files you're converting and your computer's speed.

Step 4Access Your Converted Music

Once the conversion is done, click the "History" button to view your converted files. To access the folder with your music, click the folder icon. From there, you can transfer the MP3 files to your desired device, like an Android phone or iPhone, and keep them forever.

Part 3: How to Find Downloaded Apple Music on Windows PC

On a Windows PC, downloaded Apple Music tracks are usually managed through the Apple Music app or the older iTunes program.

Option 1: Use the iTunes or Music App

Open the Apple Music or iTunes app and go to your Library. Click the Downloaded filter to see all songs fully saved for offline listening. This is the fastest way to check what is available without browsing folders.

Step 1 Open the Apple Music app or iTunes on your Windows PC.

Step 2 Click Library in the left-hand menu.

Step 3 Select Downloaded under Library to see all songs and albums saved for offline playback.

Step 4 To check the file location for a specific song, right-click the track and choose Show in Explorer.

Option 2: Use Windows Explorer

To see the actual files, open File Explorer and go to C:\Users\[username]\Music\iTunes\iTunes Media or the Apple Music folder. The app organizes songs by artist and album, making it easy to browse for a track.

Step 1 Open File Explorer on your PC.

Step 2 Navigate to C:\Users\[username]\Music\iTunes\iTunes Media or the Apple Music folder inside your Music directory.

Step 3 Browse folders organized by artist and album to find downloaded tracks.

Part 4: How to Find Downloaded Apple Music on Mac

On a Mac, downloaded music is managed through the Music app, which replaced iTunes, and is more integrated with the Apple ecosystem.

Option 1: Use the Apple Music App

Open the Music app and choose View > Only Downloaded Music. This shows all songs saved on the Mac and ready for offline listening.

Step 1 Open the Music app on your Mac.

Step 2 In the top menu bar, click View.

Step 3 Select Only Downloaded Music to display all songs saved locally for offline listening.

Option 2: Use Finder

By default, downloaded files are stored at /Users/[username]/Music/Music/Media/Music, organized in folders by artist and album.

Step 1 Open Finder on your Mac.

Step 2 Go to /Users/[username]/Music/Music/Media/Music.

Step 3 Browse the folders sorted by artist and album to locate downloaded tracks.

Part 5: How to Find Downloaded Apple Music on iPhone or iPad

On iOS, downloaded tracks are handled entirely within the Apple Music app. The files are hidden and cannot be accessed like normal MP3s.

Option 1: Use the Apple Music App

Open Library > Downloaded. All songs, albums, and playlists listed here are saved on the device for offline access.

Step 1 Open the Music app on your iPhone or iPad.

Step 2 Tap Library at the bottom of the screen.

Step 3 Scroll down and tap Downloaded to see all offline songs, albums, and playlists.

Step 4 Tap any item to play offline or manage it within the app.

Option 2: Use Settings

Go to Settings > General > iPhone Storage > Music. You can see how much space music is using and delete individual songs or entire artists. The files remain inaccessible outside the app.

Step 1 Open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad.

Step 2 Tap General.

Step 3 Tap iPhone Storage (or iPad Storage).

Step 4 Scroll down and tap Music to view storage used by downloads.

Step 5 Delete individual songs, albums, or artists as needed.

Part 6: How to Find Downloaded Apple Music on Android

On Android, offline songs are managed in the Apple Music app, and files are stored in the app's private folder. They cannot usually be played outside the app, but the location can still be viewed.

Option 1: Use the Apple Music App

Open Library > Downloaded Music. Everything listed is saved for offline listening.

Step 1 Open the Apple Music app on your Android device.

Step 2 Tap Library at the bottom of the screen.

Step 3 Tap Downloaded Music to see songs and playlists saved for offline playback.

Option 2: Use a File Manager

Navigate to Internal Storage > Android > data > com.apple.android.music > files > Media. The files remain tied to Apple Music.

Step 1 Open a File Manager app on your Android device.

Step 2 Navigate to Internal Storage > Android > data > com.apple.android.music > files > Media.

Step 3 Browse the folders to see downloaded Apple Music files, which are still tied to the Apple Music app.

Part 7: How to Find and Change Apple Music Storage Locations

On desktop, users can change the default media folder in Advanced settings. This moves future downloads to a new location, which can free up space or keep your library organized. On mobile, there is no setting like this, so Apple Music manages storage automatically.

On Windows:

Step 1 Open the Apple Music or iTunes app on your Windows computer.

Step 2 In the top menu, go to Edit > Preferences (for iTunes) or open Settings from the sidebar menu (for Apple Music app).

Step 3 Click the Advanced tab (iTunes) or Files tab (Apple Music).

Step 4 Next to iTunes Media folder location (iTunes) or Media Folder Location (Apple Music), click Change.

Step 5 Browse your computer and select the folder where you want future downloads and imported music to be stored.

Step 6 Click OK or Save to confirm the new location.

On Mac:

Step 1 Open the Music app on your Mac.

Step 2 In the top menu bar, click Music > Settings (or Preferences on older macOS).

Step 3 Go to the Files tab.

Step 4 Click Change next to Media Location.

Step 5 Choose the folder where you want all future imported music and downloads to be saved.

Step 6 Confirm the selection and close the Settings window.

Part 8: How to Locate Apple Music or iTunes Files on Windows or Mac (Show in Finder/Explorer)

Both Windows and Mac apps let you locate any song. Select a track, open its information panel, and choose Show in Explorer (Windows) or Show in Finder (Mac). This opens the folder containing the file and confirms whether it is stored locally or only in the cloud.

Step 1 Open the Apple Music app or iTunes on your computer.

Step 2 Go to Library and locate the song you want.

Step 3 Right-click the track.

Step 4 Select Show in Explorer (Windows) or Show in Finder (Mac).

Step 5 The folder containing the file opens, showing whether it is stored locally or only in the cloud.

Part 9: How to Find iTunes Purchases on Windows, Mac, iPhone, or iPad

Purchased tracks appear in the Purchased section of the Apple Music or iTunes app. They can be saved to a computer or device and re-downloaded at any time for offline listening, even if bought long ago. These files can be copied or synced across devices freely.

On Windows / Mac:

Step 1 Open the Apple Music app or iTunes on your computer.

Step 2 In the top menu, click Account > Purchased.

Step 3 In the Purchased window, select Music.

Step 4 Use the filters at the top to choose All or Not in Library to locate tracks you want.

Step 5 Click the Download button next to any song, album, or playlist to save it locally for offline listening.

On iPhone / iPad:

Step 1 Open the Music app on your iPhone or iPad.

Step 2 Tap Library at the bottom of the screen.

Step 3 Tap Purchased. If it is not visible, tap More > Purchased.

Step 4 Browse the list of purchased songs, albums, or playlists.

Step 5 Tap the Download icon next to the item you want to save for offline listening.

Pro Tip: How to Transfer Downloaded Apple Music Between Devices

DRM-free iTunes purchases or converted Apple Music files can be moved to other devices such as iPhone, iPad, or Android phones without an active Apple Music subscription. You can also copy them to external storage like a USB drive or cloud service such as iCloud. Make sure the files are in a format compatible with the device or platform.

For Android:

Step 1 Connect an Android smartphone to the computer via a USB cable. Mac users should have downloaded and installed the Android File Transfer app to ensure the transfer works.

Step 2 On Windows PC, open File Explorer and navigate to the device's storage. On Mac, open the Android File Transfer app and select the device's storage under Use USB for.

Step 3 Navigate to the folder that contains your downloaded Apple Music files.

Step 4 Drag and drop the music files to the desired location on your Android device.

Step 5 Open the Files Manager app on your Android device and browse to confirm the transferred music files.

For iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch:

Step 1 Upload the downloaded Apple Music files to iTunes (Windows/macOS Mojave and earlier) or the Music app (macOS Catalina and later) using File > Upload File/Folder to Library or File > Import Music.

Step 2 Connect your iOS device to the computer via a USB cable.

Step 3 Select your device in the sidebar and go to the Music section.

Step 4 Sync the downloaded music files using Sync Music > Entire music library > Apply and wait for the process to finish.

Step 5 Open the Music app on your device, go to the Downloaded section, and browse for your synced music.

The Bottom Line:

After reading this article, you may know where the Apple Music downloads stored. You can choose the suitable guides above for your device to view the location of Apple Music. If you want to play Apple Music on other devices or apps, don't miss out ViWizard Apple Music Converter. It can download and convert Apple Music to an open format as your need. If you want to know more about ViWizard, you can download the trial version below.