How to Play Apple Music on PC - 4 Ways

Apple Music, a popular music and video streaming service from Apple Inc., offers a vast library of songs, playlists, and radio stations. While it's often associated with Apple devices, it's not exclusive to them. Can you listen to Apple Music on PC? Yes, Windows users can also enjoy the service in various ways. This article will guide you through different methods to listen to Apple Music on PC. We will also provide a comparison table to help you choose the best option for your needs.

• Part 1. Listen to Apple Music on PC - Apple Music Web Player
• Part 2. Get Apple Music on Windows - Apple Music Preview App
• Part 3. Play Apple Music on PC - iTunes
• Part 4. Use Apple Music on Windows PC Freely - DRmare Apple Music Converter 👍
• Part 5. Comparison of 4 Ways to Listen to Apple Music on PC

Part 1. Listen to Apple Music on PC - Apple Music Web Player

The official Apple Music web player is compatible with any web browser on all platforms, including MacOS, Windows, Chrome OS, iOS, and Android. The main interface of the Apple Music web player is similar to the Apple Music application in macOS 10.15, allowing you to listen to your favorite songs, browse for new music, or tune into radio stations. You can see there are three tabs, Listen Now, Browse, and Radio. Here is how to get Apple Music on Windows PC with a web browser.

Step 1. Access the Apple Music Web Player at music.apple.com.

Step 2. Click on the 'Sign In' button located at the top right corner of the page to enter your Apple ID and password.

Step 3. Once logged in, you can browse through the available music genres, playlists, or search for specific songs or artists using the search bar located at the top left corner of the page.

Step 4. To play a song, click on the song title or the 'Play' button next to it.

Step 5. Enjoy listening to Apple Music on the web on your PC.

Part 2. Get Apple Music on Windows - Apple Music Preview App

Wondering how to play Apple Music on Windows 11 without iTunes? You can use the Apple Music Preview app. It was launched in January 2023. As the name suggested, it was a preview version of Apple Music so not all features work well. Some users have reported issues with the app, such as crashes when playing songs in lossless quality. But it is similar to the Apple Music app for Mac, allowing unlimited access to millions of songs and your music library.

Remember that once you installed the Apple Music Preview app, iTunes won't be opened. So, if you want to revert back to iTunes, you need to uninstall the Apple Music Preview app. You can follow the steps below to use the Apple Music Windows 11 Preview app.

🔍 Note: This method is only available for Windows 11.

Step 1. Open Microsoft Store and search for the Apple Music Preview app.

Step 2. Once found, click on the 'Get' button to install it.

Step 3. Once you complete the steps, the Preview app will install on Windows 11. It will also be available from the Start menu.

Step 4. Open the app and sign in with your Apple ID. You can then browse and play your music library or the millions of songs available on Apple Music for Windows.

🔖 Tips: To uninstall Apple Music Preview app on a Windows PC, you can go to Settings > Apps > Apple Music Preview > Uninstall.

Part 3. Play Apple Music on PC - iTunes

Now let's back to the traditional way - use iTunes. It is a well-known method for accessing Apple Music library on Windows. With iTunes, you can play music, movies, TV shows, podcasts, and other items in your iTunes library. Apart from being a media player, iTunes is also referred to as a media manager as you can also play CDs, DVDs, Apple Music radio, and other content from the web.

How to Install iTunes on Windows PC

Step 1. Open your web browser and go to the official Apple iTunes download page.

Step 2. On the download page, make sure the website recognizes your operating system as Windows.

Step 3. Click the "Download Now" button and choose a location to save the install file.

Step 4. Click "Install" to begin the installation process and then click "Finish" to exit the installer.

How to Listen to Apple Music on Windows 10/11 via iTunes

Step 1. Launch iTunes and log in to your Apple ID and password that you are using to subscribe to Apple Music. If you don't have it, please create a new one.

Step 2. Click the 'For You' section to navigate to the Apple Music library.

Step 3. Browse all Apple Music songs and choose your favorite one to listen to on PC.

🔖 Tips: In iTunes, you are able to purchase music and playlists for playback. All purchased songs you can find in the 'Library' option. You can also discover the most trending music and hot songs by clicking the 'Browse' button.

Part 4. Use Apple Music on Windows PC Freely - DRmare Apple Music Converter

The above three ways are official but there are some restrictions:

• You can only play Apple Music songs on Apple authorized devices.
• You can't access your Apple Music library once your subscription expires.

Therefore, we would like to show you a tool to bypass the above restrictions - DRmare Apple Music Converter. It is a professional converter that enables you to unprotect Apple Music and convert it to MP3, FLAC, AAC, etc. Once converted, all Apple Music files can be used on any device you want. Even if your subscription expires, you can listen to them offline. So, you no longer need to pay subscription fees.

DRmare Apple Music Converter

• Convert Apple Music, iTunes songs, audiobooks, podcasts
• Keep lossless metadata including sound quality, the album cover, artist, etc.
• Batch convert songs with 30X faster speed, save you a lot of time
• Listen to Apple Music on any device even without a subscription

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How to Listen to Apple Music on PC Freely

Please download the DRmare Apple Music Converter for Windows on your PC. Remember to download Apple Music songs to PC in advance. And then, let's see what you need to do.

Step 1Import Apple Music into DRmare Apple Music Converter

To load Apple Music playlists, please click the 'Add Files' button at the bottom-left corner. DRmare Apple Music Converter will open your iTunes music library or your local folder and shows all Apple Music songs you downloaded in the new window.

Step 2Choose Apple Music output format

To make Apple Music compatible with any music player on PC, MP3 is a highly recommended output format for you to set. Simply press the 'Audio' icon, the setting window will pop up. You can not only define the output format but also customize other audio parameters for the better listening experience.

Step 3Convert and use Apple Music on PC offline

When all things are ready, please launch the converting process by hitting on the 'Convert' button at the DRmare interface. It will work at 30X speed to convert added Apple Music to target audio files that you set before. You can locate them in the destination folder by clicking the 'Converted' button.

When you find the converted Apple Music files, please choose the item. Right-click to choose 'Open with' option. Now you can select your favorite music player to listen to Apple Music offline on Windows PC.

Part 5. Comparison of 4 Ways to Listen to Apple Music on PC

When it comes to streaming Apple Music on PC, there are 4 options available, each with its own set of features and benefits. In this comparison table, we will explore their features side by side, then users can make an informed decision about which method suits their preferences and needs.

While each method has its own advantages and disadvantages, the DRmare Apple Music Converter stands out for its ability to convert Apple Music to common audio formats, allowing for offline listening and compatibility with a wide range of devices. This feature sets it apart and provides users with greater flexibility and convenience in enjoying their favorite tracks from Apple Music.

In Conclusion

Today we show you four ways to listen to Apple Music on a PC. You can easily use the new Apple Music Preview app for Windows 11. Or you can use iTunes to access your entire Apple Music library. In addition, you can enjoy Apple Music online through the Apple Music Web Player. Most importantly, you can use DRmare Apple Music Converter to play Apple music without a subscription.