HT204962: iCloud Music Library: Understanding differences between Apple Music and iTunes Match

Learn about iCloud Music Library: Understanding differences between Apple Music and iTunes Match
jonstrutt

Q: If i cancel my subscription will I lose my previous library?

What happens when I cancel my subscription to Apple Music?

Will my previous iTunes library remain intact?

Specifically, any songs that get upgraded to "apple music quality" - do I still own those songs when my subscription ends?

MacBook, Mac OS X (10.7.4), safari won't open after lion upgrad

Posted on Jan 15, 2016 7:47 AM

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Q: If i cancel my subscription will I lose my previous library?

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  • by Jimzgoldfinch,

    Jimzgoldfinch Jimzgoldfinch Jan 15, 2016 8:51 AM in response to jonstrutt
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    Jan 15, 2016 8:51 AM in response to jonstrutt

    Hi,

    If the music is in your iTunes library and on your computer, you library will remain intact and you will keep the tracks that you upgraded. If the music is only available in the cloud, you should make sure that you download it before your subscription expires otherwise you lose access to your music (except for previous iTunes store purchases). I trust that you have a suitable back up of your music.

     

    Jim