Authorize Windows 11 PC for purchased music

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Authorize Windows 11 PC for purchased music

I am running on a Win-11-PC and using the new Apple Music apps (i.e., Apple Devices, Apple Music) that appeared to have replaced the 'iTunes' app. I am able to sync my Apple iPad with my music stored on the Win-11-PC but it will not copy over some Apple store-bought songs. It complains that my Win-11-PC is "not authorized for them on this computer". The songs are legitimately purchased for my use.

I cannot find how authorize my WIN-11-PC under these new Apple apps indicated above. Any help?

Posted on Aug 10, 2026 8:20 AM

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Phil0124

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Aug 10, 2026 8:45 AM in response to PSGfan

Follow the steps in the support document linked below to Authorize the Apple Music app.

click here ➜ Authorize or deauthorize your computer for Apple Account purchases - Apple Support

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Aug 11, 2026 7:28 AM in response to PSGfan

There is no list of Authorized devices anywhere for you to see.

If you have reached the maximum number of authorized computers, then you will need to Deauthorize them all, and re-authorize the ones you still have.

You can of course always uninstall all the separate Apple apps and continue to use iTunes. It still works fine and can be used once al the Apple apps have been removed.

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PSGfan Author

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Aug 11, 2026 6:10 AM in response to Phil0124

Thanks for the reply. Unfortunately when I login and request to Authorize (or even Deauthorize), I must login and then it responds with the message that my Password has been changed and to sign out from the Account Menu (where's that?) and sign back in. I have changed the password, relogged-in, and assume the apps are in-sync.

Where can I find what devices are Authorized?

I am finding this new Apple application replacement process to be very unfriendly. I am trying to work with it but do miss 'iTunes' at this point. This new system has been only major headaches.

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Niel

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Aug 11, 2026 6:32 AM in response to PSGfan

You can't. Manually check each unit you think might be authorized.

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