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How to authorize my computer with itunes

I have already authorized 4 computers over the past seven or so years. I just got a new computer that I am trying to authorize, but itunes is refusing to allow me to use my previously purchased songs or videos. Also, I cannot purchase anything new. Driving me nuts.

Posted on Jan 18, 2013 2:43 PM

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Posted on Jan 18, 2013 2:46 PM

Authorization and Deauthorization


See iTunes Store- About authorization and deauthorization for Macs.


See How to Authorize or Deauthorize iTunes | PCWorld for Windows.


In iTunes you use the Authorize This Computer or De-authorize This Computer option under the Store menu in iTunes' menubar. For Windows use the ALT-S keys to access it.


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More On De-authorizing Computers (contributed by user John Galt)


You can de-authorize individual computers, but only by using those computers. The only other option is to "de-authorize all" from your iTunes account.


1. Open iTunes on a computer

2. From the Store menu, select "View my Account..."

3. Sign in with your Apple ID and password.

4. Under "Computer Authorizations" select "De-authorize All".

5. Authorize each computer you still have, as you may require.


You may only do this once per year.


After you "de-authorize all" your authorized computers, re-authorize each one as required.


If you have de-authorized all computers and need to do it again, but your year has not elapsed, then contact: Apple - Support - iTunes - Contact Us.

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Jan 18, 2013 2:46 PM in response to adriennefromak

Authorization and Deauthorization


See iTunes Store- About authorization and deauthorization for Macs.


See How to Authorize or Deauthorize iTunes | PCWorld for Windows.


In iTunes you use the Authorize This Computer or De-authorize This Computer option under the Store menu in iTunes' menubar. For Windows use the ALT-S keys to access it.


User uploaded file


More On De-authorizing Computers (contributed by user John Galt)


You can de-authorize individual computers, but only by using those computers. The only other option is to "de-authorize all" from your iTunes account.


1. Open iTunes on a computer

2. From the Store menu, select "View my Account..."

3. Sign in with your Apple ID and password.

4. Under "Computer Authorizations" select "De-authorize All".

5. Authorize each computer you still have, as you may require.


You may only do this once per year.


After you "de-authorize all" your authorized computers, re-authorize each one as required.


If you have de-authorized all computers and need to do it again, but your year has not elapsed, then contact: Apple - Support - iTunes - Contact Us.

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