I am getting a message "you must authorize this computer before you can use Apple Music or iTunes Match on this computer." when I try and play one of my songs, how do I fix that?

I am getting a message "you must authorize this computer before you can use Apple Music or iTunes Match on this computer." when I try and play one of my songs, how do I fix that?


Posted on Jul 8, 2020 7:56 PM

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Posted on Jul 8, 2020 8:07 PM

How to authorize a Mac or PC

Before you authorize a Mac, update it to the latest version of macOS. On a PC, update to the latest version of iTunes for Windows.

  1. On a Mac, open the Music app, Apple TV app, or Apple Books app. On a PC, open iTunes for Windows.
  2. Sign in with your Apple ID.
  3. In the menu bar on your Mac or PC, choose Account > Authorizations > Authorize This Computer.


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Jul 8, 2020 8:07 PM in response to Danczyk

How to authorize a Mac or PC

Before you authorize a Mac, update it to the latest version of macOS. On a PC, update to the latest version of iTunes for Windows.

  1. On a Mac, open the Music app, Apple TV app, or Apple Books app. On a PC, open iTunes for Windows.
  2. Sign in with your Apple ID.
  3. In the menu bar on your Mac or PC, choose Account > Authorizations > Authorize This Computer.


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I am getting a message "you must authorize this computer before you can use Apple Music or iTunes Match on this computer." when I try and play one of my songs, how do I fix that?

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