Transfer Music from iPhone to Mac - 6 Ways to Play Anywhere
No matter you want to make a backup, free up iPhone storage, or simply enjoy your music on other devices, it is a good way to transfer music from iPhone to Mac. It may sound complicated at first, but there are several methods to do it! In this guide, you'll learn six easy ways to transfer music from iPhone to Mac, keeping your tracks accessible across all your Apple devices.
| Method | Purchased Music | Non-Purchased Music | Playlist | Free |
| Transfer Purchased Songs from iPhone to Mac | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Transfer Non-purchased Music from iPhone to Mac Selectively | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Sync Music from iPhone to Mac Automatically as an Apple Music Subscriber | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Move Music from iPhone to Mac with AirDrop | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Download Music from iPhone to Mac with iCloud | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Transfer Purchased Songs from iPhone to Mac
Sometimes you may want to copy only the songs you purchase from the iTunes Store, which is ideal if you wish to build your library on a Mac without manually moving files. And Apple makes the process easier with Apple Music/iTunes or Finder; see how it works below.
Transfer Music from iPhone to Mac using Apple Music or iTunes
Step 1. Upon connecting your iPhone to Mac via a USB cable, launch Apple Music, and go to the "Account" in the menu bar.
Step 2. Afterward, select "Authorizations" then "Authorize This Computer" and sign in with your Apple ID if needed. Click on "Account" to "Purchased" and head to "Music".
Step 3. There, locate the purchased songs you want to download. Click the "Download" button beside each selected song to save them to your Mac.
Transfer Music from iPhone to Mac with Finder
Step 1. Connect your iPhone to the Mac. Open "Finder" and click on your device from the left sidebar. Then, go to the "Music" tab, then check "Sync music onto [device's name]".
Step 2. Select whether to sync your library or just select a playlist, then click the "Apply" button, and click the "Sync" button to transfer songs to your Mac.
Transfer Non-purchased Music from iPhone to Mac Selectively
How about those songs that aren't purchased? They could be downloaded from online, recordings, or shared tracks. Luckily, you have the AnyRec PhoneMover here as your powerful solution. It is your fast choice to move muisc from iPhone to Mac without restrictions. Not only does it move music, but it also covers photos, videos, contacts, and more. With its clean interface and fast transfer speed, it is perfect for anyone who wants complete control of their music library without relying on iTunes or Apple Music.
Move songs, albums, and playlists from iPhone to Mac.
Let you select and move multiple music at once to save time.
Automatically detects duplicates and allows editing track information.
Can transfer music quickly without compressing or losing quality.
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Step 1. Run AnyRec PhoneMover on your Mac. The use a USB cable to connect your iPhone to your Mac. Then, click the "Music" option from the left side panel.
Step 2. You can see all music files categorized by Ringtone, Voice Memos, iTunes U, Audiobooks, and more. Choose the ones you want to transfer by checking their respective boxes, then click the "Export to Mac" button.
Step 3. After that, you can remove those songs from your iPhone, as well as manage or import other music. Otherwise, click the "Other Tools" button to create a playlist.
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Sync Music from iPhone to Mac Automatically as an Apple Music Subscriber
For an Apple Music subscriber, you can sync your music across all Apple devices with your Apple ID. (See how to change Apple ID on iPhone without losing everything if necessary.) This includes both purchased and non-purchased music that you have added. By syncing iPhone music to Mac using the same Apple ID, you can keep your music collection accessible everywhere, eliminating the need for manual transfers.
Step 1. On your iPhone, open the "Settings" and then "Music"; there, turn on "Sync Library". Get your Mac ready, open the "Apple Music" app, go to "Music", then "Settings" (Preferences) to "General".
Step 2. After that, check "Sync Library" and then click the "OK" button. Wait until your music library finishes syncing, then all songs will appear on your Mac automatically.
Move Music from iPhone to Mac with AirDrop
AirDrop is a quick wireless solution for moving individual music files from iPhone to Mac. It works both for purchased and non-purchased tracks, but it will not transfer the entire playlist. If you only need to AirDrop music from iPhone to Mac selectively and quickly without an app or cable, this method is perfect.
Step 1. Open the "Finder" folder on Mac. Then click the "AirDrop" button in the left panel. Set it to "Allow me to be discovered by: Everyone/Contacts". Open your iPhone, go to the "Files" or "Music" app, and find the song you wish to send.
Step 2. Next, tap the "Share" button and choose "AirDrop" as the share method. Pick your Mac's name from the shown list. On your Mac, accept the file and you'll see it in your "Downloads" folder.
Download Music from iPhone to Mac with iCloud
Perhaps you store your music on iCloud, then you can quickly download it to your Mac without directly linking your iPhone. As long as the audio tracks have been uploaded to your iCloud Music Library, you can easily transfer songs from iPhone to Mac at any time.
Step 1. Ensure the "Sync Library" option is enabled on your iPhone; head to "Settings", then "Music" app. Now, on your Mac, open "Apple Music" and click on "Music", then "Settings" (Preferences) to "General".
Step 2. From there, enable "Sync Library" and click the "OK" button. Locate all songs you wish in your Apple Music library, and click the "Download" button beside each track.
Conclusion
As you can see, transferring music from iPhone to Mac is not that complicated. You can use Apple's built-in tools or a quick wireless option, and you can easily move music from iPhone to Mac. However, for a fast, reliable solution, especially for non-purchased songs and downloaded audio files, AnyRec PhoneMover does a better job! It allows you to selectively transfer music without restrictions and organize your music library on all iOS versions. Managing and backing up your iPhone music has never been this effortless.
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