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Q: Can I download the same iTunes account on a Mac and a PC at the same time?

My family shares an iTunes account.  Most of us have iPhones, iPads or Macbooks.  If I download iTunes to our PC, will the same content be available under our shared account?

Posted on Sep 23, 2016 10:47 AM

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Q: Can I download the same iTunes account on a Mac and a PC at the same time?

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  • by turingtest2,

    turingtest2 turingtest2 Oct 1, 2016 7:06 AM in response to clmsquared
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    Oct 1, 2016 7:06 AM in response to clmsquared

    Yes.

     

    Up to 5 computers can be simultaneously authorized for each Apple ID. iPods & iOS devices are limited to DRM protected content from up to 5 different accounts. There is no limit to the number of devices that you can load up with content using iTunes. You can deauthorize computers that you no longer wish to use to access protected content so that you can authorize others. You either do this on the specific machine or deauthorize all and then reauthorize as needed. Having used deathorize all you cannot use it again for a year, though Apple Support may be able to perform a reset if you can explain why you need to use the feature again before it becomes available to you.

    HT201251: Authorize your computer in iTunes - Apple Support

     

    A mix of up to 10 computers and iOS devices (no more than 5 computers) can be associated with your Apple ID for iTunes Match/Apple Music or automatic downloads of past purchases. There is a 90 day limit before a computer/device can be switched to another ID or the association removed. You associate a device or computer by enabling certain features, typically automatic downloads of past purchases. You don't necessarily need to associate a device with your Apple ID to use it with your content.

    HT204074: View and remove associated devices in iTunes - Apple Support

     

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