Download iTunes for Windows

In Windows 10 and higher, you can access music, video content and Apple devices through corresponding special apps, including Apple Music App, Apple TV App and Apple Device App. If your PC doesn't support these apps, you can continue to use iTunes for Windows.

Use Apple Music App, Apple TV App and Apple Device App for Windows

You can replace iTunes with three dedicated apps designed to listen to music, watch content, and manage Apple devices.

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Apple Music App

Listen to and manage music in the iTunes database, including your iTunes Store purchases.

Learn more about Apple Music App for Windows

 Apple TV App icon

Apple TV App

Watch and manage movies and TV programs in the iTunes database, including your iTunes Store purchases.

Learn more about Apple TV App for Windows

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Apple Device App

Manually update, back up, restore, and manage your iPhone or iPad, and manually sync content from your PC.

Learn more about Apple Device App for Windows

Important notes for Apple Music App, Apple TV App and Apple Device App

  • Windows 10 or later is required.

  • All three apps need to be downloaded: Apple Music App, Apple TV App and Apple Device App. If you download only one app, iTunes will prompt you to download the other two apps to access music and video content in the iTunes database.

  • After downloading these apps, iTunes can only be used to access podcasts and audio books.

  • Apple Music App and Apple TV App will read the content in iTunes database; Therefore, please do not delete your iTunes database.

  • To access your iTunes Store purchases in Apple Music App and Apple TV App, you need Use your Apple ID to authorize your computer

What happens to iTunes after downloading Apple Music App, Apple TV App and Apple Device App

After downloading Apple Music App, Apple TV App and Apple Device App, you will not be able to see any music or video content in iTunes. You can't use iTunes to manually sync and manage your iPhone or iPad. ITunes can only be used to access podcasts and audio books.

To access music and video content in the iTunes library, use the Apple Music App and Apple TV App. To manage your iPhone or iPad, use the Apple Device App.

Download and update Apple Music App, Apple TV App and Apple Device App

After downloading Apple Music App, Apple TV App and Apple Device App, you can check for updates in the Microsoft Store.

If your PC does not support Apple Music App, Apple TV App and Apple Device App

If your PC does not meet the system requirements of Apple Music App, Apple TV App and Apple Device App, you can continue to use iTunes for Windows.

How to get iTunes for Windows

Download iTunes for Windows from Microsoft Store

If you need assistance in downloading iTunes from the Microsoft Store or managing iTunes for Windows, please Contact Microsoft

After downloading iTunes for Windows, you can check for updates in the Microsoft Store.

Learn more about iTunes for Windows

Learn how to use iTunes for Windows through the user guide

The availability and specific functions of the store may vary from country to country. See what you can buy in your own country or region

The availability of Apple Music may vary by country or region. The Apple TV App and some of its features are only available in some countries and regions. Find out what services you can use in your own country or region

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