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How To Sync Apple Music Library on iPhone, Mac, and Windows PC

Alice MJ

Mar 19, 2024 • Filed to: Manage Device Data • Proven solutions

Enabling Sync Library on Apple Music allows you to access your favorite music wherever you go. By syncing Apple Music, you can transition from your iPhone to iPad, Mac, or even Apple Watch without missing a beat.

If you want to make the most of Apple Music's vast collection, we'll walk you through the simple steps of how to sync your Apple Music library across different devices. Let’s dive right into it.

Part 1. Requirements To Sync Library on Apple Music

Streaming has become the go-to method for enjoying music, and Apple Music is at the forefront of this revolution. Developed by Apple, this subscription-based service offers a treasure trove of music and video content. With Apple Music, you're in control, whether you want to pick your tracks or explore curated playlists.

However, Apple Music is a paid service. To begin syncing Apple Music to your devices, you must subscribe to Apple Music first. Here's step-by-step how to subscribe to Apple Music:

Step 1: Access Apple Music on your device.

To get started, open the Apple Music app on your device or visit the Apple Music website.

Step 2: Go to "Listen Now" or "For You" on Apple Music.

Once you're in the app or on the website, go to the sections labeled "Listen Now" or "For You."

Step 3: Select the subscription plan.

Next, tap the Trial offer and select your plans. These include individual, family (which allows sharing with up to six people), or student subscriptions.

Step 4: Log in to Apple Music

Sign in using your Apple ID and password. You can create a new account first if you don’t have an Apple ID.

Step 5: Complete payment

Confirm your billing details and add a valid payment method. The subscription plan starts at $4.99/month for students or $9.99/month for individuals. Proceed by clicking “Join.”

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Part 2. How To Sync Library Apple Music on Your iPhone

Once you've subscribed to Apple Music, it's time to sync your Apple Music library. The steps might be a bit different depending on the device you are using.

How to sync the Apple Music library on your iPhone:

Step 1: Launch the Apple Music app and tap on your profile.

Step 2: Select "Account Settings" and sign in with the same Apple ID as your Apple Music subscription.

Step 3: Navigate to your iPhone's Settings and tap "Music."

Step 4: Toggle the switch to enable "Sync Library.”

Sync Apple Music to iPhone.

Part 3. How To Turn On Apple Music Sync Library on Your Mac

Now that you've learned how to sync library Apple Music on your iPhone, let's explore how to do the same on your Mac.

Step 1: Open Apple Music on your Mac.

Step 2: In the menu bar, navigate to "Account" and sign in with the same Apple ID Image nameed to your Apple Music subscription.

Step 3: Choose "Music" from the menu bar, then select "Settings."

Step 4: Click on the "General" tab and check the box next to "Sync Library."

Step 5: Click "OK" to save the changes, and then patiently wait for your music library to sync.

To monitor the progress of syncing Apple Music, go to the bottom of the sidebar of the Apple Music app and click on "Updating Cloud Library." This will provide you with real-time updates on the sync process.

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Part 4. How To Sync Apple Music on Your Windows PC

Despite being named "Apple Music" and developed by Apple, the service is not limited to Apple devices. You can also sync Apple Music across devices on Windows PCs for your convenience.

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To enable the Apple Music sync library on a Windows PC, you can follow these steps:

Step 1: Begin by downloading and launching the Apple Music application on your Windows PC.

Step 2: Locate and select your name at the bottom of the sidebar. Proceed to sign in using the same Apple ID associated with your Apple Music subscription.

Step 3: Next, navigate to the top of the sidebar and click on the "Sidebar Actions" button.

Step 4: From the dropdown menu, choose "Settings" > "General," then toggle the switch to enable "Sync Library." Allow some time for your music library to synchronize.

Set up the Apple Music sync library.

To monitor the synchronization progress, go to the bottom of the sidebar and click on "Updating Cloud Library."

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Part 5. Bonus: How to Import Music to iPhone Without Subscribing to Apple Music?

If you've collected music that wasn't obtained through Apple Music, you can still add music to your iPhone without an Apple Music subscription. A faster way to do it is by using third-party software like Wondershare Dr.Fone.

Syncing Apple Music to your iPhone works similarly to adding or transferring music, only it's done automatically. Dr.Fone's Phone Manager feature can simplify the process of adding music to your iPhone with its user-friendly interface.

How to import songs to iPhone with Wondershare Dr.Fone:

Step 1: Launch Wondershare Dr.Fone on your computer and connect your iPhone.

Connect your iPhone after opening Wondershare Dr.Fone on your computer.

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Step 2: Open the file type folder.

Once your iPhone is connected, go to "My Device" > "Music" in the left panel of the Dr.Fone interface. This will display all the music stored on your iPhone.

Open the music catalog stored on your iPhone.

Step 3: Import songs from a computer to your iPhone.

To import new music or entire music folders to your iPhone, click "Add" at the top of the platform and select either "Add File" or "Add Folder."

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FAQs

If you enable sync for your Apple Music, your playlists will also be synced across devices as long as you're signed in with the same Apple ID.
If you don’t see the option to turn on Sync Library, then it might be because You don’t have a subscription to Apple Music or iTunes Match or your device isn't signed in to the Apple Music app with the same Apple ID Image nameed to your subscription.
If your songs are missing from the music library after turning on sync, it could be because of a software error or an inactive subscription to Apple Music, leading to restricted access to synced songs.
Make sure that all your devices have Sync Library activated and are signed in with the Apple ID Image nameed to your Apple Music subscription. For music libraries stored on your computer, look into the cloud status of songs to identify missing music and address any underlying issues.

Conclusion

Apple Music is a popular subscription-based music streaming service by Apple that offers access to millions of songs, playlists, and curated content. It's not just limited to Apple devices; you can also enjoy Apple Music online or on Windows PCs.

In this article, we have covered several methods on how to sync library on Apple Music. Syncing your Apple Music allows you to enjoy your music seamlessly across all your devices. And if you need to manually add or import songs to your iPhone, you can use Dr.Fone's Phone Manager feature.

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