Andrex77

Q: iTunes Match activations. 5 or 10?

Hi all, I'm looking for some clarification on the number of activations for iTunes Match.

 

From the FAQ on Apple's website https://www.apple.com/itunes/itunes-match/

How many devices can iTunes Match support?

iTunes Match supports up to 10 devices — including your computer, iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, and Apple TV

 

 

But when I try to add another computer I get a message saying "You have reached the limit of 5 authorized computers".

 

If I am limited to 5 computers + 5 "devices" (non computers) I believe Apple should clarify that in the FAQ and not just call it "10 devices"

Also, it would be very useful to see a list of authorized devices/computers and be able to choose which one to deactivate, rather than have to deactivate them all (once a year max).

 

Thank you

Posted on Apr 7, 2015 2:28 PM

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  • by braden85,

    braden85 braden85 Apr 10, 2015 2:20 PM in response to Andrex77
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    Apr 10, 2015 2:20 PM in response to Andrex77

    Hi Andrex77,

     

    Sounds like you are having an issue with associating iTunes Match with one of your devices. I have found some relevant information for you in the article below, and I believe it can help answer your question:

     

    When you turn on iTunes Match, Family Sharing, or Automatic Downloads, or when you download past purchases on your computer, iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, that device becomes associated with your Apple ID. You can associate your Apple ID with up to 10 devices, with a maximum of 5 computers at any time. Each computer must also be authorized using the same Apple ID. You don't need to authorize your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.

    After you associate a device with your Apple ID, you can't associate that device with another Apple ID for 90 days.

    Manage your associated devices in iTunes - Apple Support

    https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204074

     

    Take care, and thanks for visiting the Apple Support Communities.

     

    Cheers,

     

    Braden