The option to SYNC LIBRARY in the Music app is not available on Mac or iPhone

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The option to SYNC LIBRARY in the Music app is not available on Mac or iPhone

My Music library is not syncing (on WiFi) between my iPhone and Mac. Both devices show the same Apple ID.

The option/check box to SYNC LIBRARY does not show up in my iPhone app or in Music on my Mac as shown here: (from an Apple Support thread re: Sync Library).

This is what I see on my Mac:

My iPhone is similar - there is no option to select SYNC LIBRARY.

I am NOT subscribed to Apple Music. Is this a requirment to sync my music library?

When I connect to my Mac with a Lightning Cable, then I have an option to sync but I still don't see the app menu options show above (and in the support threads on this forum) in either the Mac or iPhone.

My iCloud syncs my files between devices and Photos, Mail, Messages, etc. all sync between devices (if that provides any additional info).

How do I correct that???

Thanks in advance!

MacBook Air M1 Ventura 13.2.1

iPhone 13 Pro iOS 16.3.1

MacBook Air (M1, 2020)

Posted on Mar 21, 2023 11:52 AM

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javaliga

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Mar 21, 2023 12:53 PM in response to Ranger473

The Sync Library option you are referring to will only appear if you subscribe to Apple Music. You do not have to subscribe to Apple Music to sync the music in the library of your Mac to your iPhone. With Mac OS Catalina or later, you now use the Finder to sync your library (without an Apple Music subscription). Follow these steps instead:

Use the Finder to sync your iPhone, iPad, or iPod with your computer - Apple Support

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Ranger473 Author

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Mar 21, 2023 2:19 PM in response to javaliga

javaliga,

Thank you for your prompt response! You answered my question perfectly.

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The option to SYNC LIBRARY in the Music app is not available on Mac or iPhone

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