I thought with an Apple Music subscription the music downloads were free
I thought with an Apple Music subscription the music downloads were free.
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They are, but you also have the option to buy tracks. You might be doing that instead of downloading files. Note, however, the "free" files will only work for as long as you have a subscription. Those are rented vs. purchased versions.
Add music from the Apple Music catalog to your library - Apple Support - https://support.apple.com/HT204839 - examples https://discussions.apple.com/thread/7132586
To learn how to 'Buy music from the iTunes Store' click here --> https://support.apple.com/HT211330