How to Save Apple Music & iTunes Protected Files on Computer

Have you ever thought of how you can get past all the regulations present in the iTunes environment? Unfortunately, many people are already way ahead of your thought process, but even they haven’t found the best way to get iTunes protected files the way they want.

After all, these kinds of files have tight security. It’s not easy finding a way out of this policy. However, there are people who have figured it out finally.

This article will talk about what experts use to access iTunes protected files and how to download and convert Apple Music songs and iTunes protected songs without restrictions in easy and quick ways. Without further ado, let’s start with answering perhaps the most frequently asked question regarding this matter.

Article Content Part 1. iTunes is Dead, Can I Access My iTunes Protected Files?Part 2. How to Download the Online Apple Music & iTunes Protected Files on Computer?Part 3. Conclusion

Part 1. iTunes is Dead, Can I Access My iTunes Protected Files?

In 2019, Apple shut down iTunes with the release of macOS Catalina. but that doesn't mean your iTunes library is gone. You just need to switch to the Apple Music app.

Users only need to subscribe to Apple Music and open "Library Sync" to get their own iTunes Library on the Music app, and of course, there are many online multimedia services that offer iTunes to Apple Music transactions, such as FreeMyMusic, Soundiiz, etc. In conclusion, you can transfer the iTunes protected files to Apple Muisc easily.

You can convert iTunes or Apple Music protected files, but there are limitations, as always. For one, you can only convert purchased songs since they are no longer carrying the FairPlay DRM protection. So technically, it’s not converting iTunes protected files since they’re no longer protected.

iTunes protected files all have the DRM embedded into their data. With this protection, users cannot modify the files in common way. They can’t transfer or share them with others.

However, there is one way to convert iTunes protected files without any limitations, and that involves the use of third-party software. Although they say that this method is illegal, considering how Apple themselves already took down the DRM policy, it is not completely fine to do it.

Part 2. How to Download the Online Apple Music & iTunes Protected Files on Computer?

Although I mentioned a way to convert iTunes-protected files, for convenience's sake, we’re going to talk about one method which will allow you to convert iTunes files. This is the method that limits its use to iTunes purchases.

Method 1. Convert Protected iTunes Purchases

iTunes has a policy that you won’t be able to do anything with their files unless you pay for it. Hence, you can do anything with your iTunes purchases, including conversion.

That’s why for this section, you will learn how to unprotect iTunes songs that you already purchased. Here are the steps that you need to follow:

1. On your computer, open the iTunes application. On your Mac, simply open the Music app.
2. Once you’re on the application, select Music from the sidebar and click Preferences.
3. You will see the Preferences window. Simply go to the General tab.
4. Make sure the box involving iTunes Store is checked.
5. Next, head to the Store.
6. Click on the Purchased button from the top right corner of the window.
7. Now select Music, Movies, TV Shows, or Audiobooks from the options.
8. You will see a list of items that you have purchased in the past. Simply click on the Download button next to it.
9. Once downloaded, convert it using a converter.

Method 2. Remove DRM from iTunes and Apple Music with TuneSolo

Contrary to common belief, the DRM protection on files can actually be removed if the right tools are used for the job. That’s why for this section, we’re going to focus on one particular tool on how to remove DRM from iTunes.

TuneSolo Apple Music Converter is a specialized tool designed to help users extract their music from iTunes/Apple Music by removing the DRM protection online. We’ll get into that later, but what you need to know is that this software will be perfect for the job. Here are some of its features if you’re interested:

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• Offline Listening. You will be able to download and convert the online iTunes and Apple Music protected songs so that you can access such files without the internet. What’s more, you can listen to the converted files on devices such as iOS and Android phones, PSP and Xbox consoles, and other players
• Faster Conversion. TuneSolo also has a fast speed. You can also download or convert multiple files at the same time, resulting in an even higher speed
• Supported Formats. TuneSolo is very versatile in its conversion. It supports the majority of formats you’re aware of like FLAC, M4V, MP3, WAV, and more

The above three are pretty easy to follow, right? Though the above is simple, we still have some details here that can give you guidance.

Step 1. Select Your iTunes Protected Files from Apple Music

Before you start, please sync your iTunes songs to Apple Music app first. Afterwards, download and open the Tunesolo Apple Music Converter program on your computer.

When you access Tunesolo's built-in Apple web player, sign in with your Apple ID (free Apple Music accounts are supported) to continue the music searching and downloading process.

After selecting a song, a playlist, or an album, drag and drop it directly into the "+" button, and then Tunesolo Apple Music Converter will add them to the downloading queue.

Step 2. Adjust Output Settings

You may have noticed that there’s a section below with the caption “Output Settings”. This is where you’ll be able to change several properties including the quality, codec, and format. Multiple output formats are supported: MP3, M4A, WAV, FLAC, etc.

Step 3. Download the Converted Apple Music/iTunes Protected Files

Your last step is to click the "Convert" button from the bottom-right corner of the window. This will start the process so you might have to wait for a while. After that you can listen to your favorite iTunes or Apple Music songs offline!

Tips: The latest version of Tunesolo Apple Music Converter no longer requires syncing with the iTunes app on computer to process the music conversion anymore! You need to use the built-in Apple Music web player to boost iTunes songs and Apple Music conversion efficiency.

Part 3. Conclusion

Apple is very strict when it comes to their music files. That’s why almost every iTunes protected files are Apple Music. After all, these files all have DRM protection in their system, so it’s quite hard to access them.

Although that’s true, this guide must’ve taught you everything you need to know regarding this matter. Now, you can access iTunes protected files without any problems.

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