Shneg1
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Q: ITunes says that my computer is not authorized to make changes to my ITunes library

I tried to download an album that I had previously purchased from ITunes. It is listed in my ITunes library. But ITunes states that my computer, this computer, is not authorized to download my albums. How am I able to get the authority I need for my computer to be able to take this action.

Windows 8, ITune Issue

Posted on Oct 9, 2014 1:26 PM

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Q: ITunes says that my computer is not authorized to make changes to my ITunes library

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  • by jeremy_v,

    jeremy_v jeremy_v Oct 11, 2014 8:56 AM in response to Shneg1
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    Oct 11, 2014 8:56 AM in response to Shneg1

    Hi Shneg1, 

    Thanks for visiting Apple Support Communities. 

    You can use these steps to authorize your computer for iTunes purchases:

    1. Open iTunes on the computer you want to authorize.
    2. Choose Store > Authorize This Computer from the menu bar.
      You might need to show the menu bar to see this option in Windows. In earlier versions of iTunes, you can access this option from the Advanced menu.

      Select Authorize This Computer

    3. Enter your Apple ID and click Authorize.
      If your Apple ID uses an expired MobileMe account, you can still use it to authorize your computer.

    You can find these steps and more information on authorizing your computer here:

    Authorize your computer using iTunes

    If you've followed these steps and your computer still isn't authorized, these links may help:

    All the best,

    Jeremy