How To Transfer Music from an iPhone to a PC: A Step-by-Step Guide

Our iPhones have become our go-to devices for music, holding vast libraries of our favorite tunes.

However, there are times when you might want to transfer music from an iPhone to a PC, either to create a backup, free up space, or simply to have your music accessible on a computer.

This is somewhat of a not-straight-forward thing to do, so, let’s help you out. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to transfer music from your iPhone to your PC

Step 1: Connect Your iPhone to Your PC

Begin by connecting your iPhone to your PC using a USB cable. Ensure your iPhone is unlocked, and you might see a pop-up on your iPhone asking whether to allow your PC to access photos and videos. Click on “Allow” to proceed.

Step 2: Open iTunes (or Finder on macOS Catalina and later)

On your PC, open iTunes if you are using a Windows PC, or open Finder if you are using a Mac with macOS Catalina or later. iTunes will automatically recognize your connected iPhone.

Step 3: Select Your Device

In iTunes or Finder, locate and click on your iPhone’s icon. This will open up the summary page of your iPhone, displaying various details about your device.

Step 4: Choose “Music” from the Sidebar

In the left sidebar of iTunes or Finder, click on the “Music” option under your device. This will display all the music present on your iPhone.

Step 5: Select the Music You Want to Transfer

You have two options here:

Transfer Entire Library: If you want to transfer your entire music library, check the box next to “Sync Music” and ensure the option “Entire music library” is selected.

Selective Transfer: If you prefer to transfer specific songs or playlists, choose “Selected playlists, artists, albums, and genres.” Then, individually select the playlists, artists, albums, or genres you want to transfer.

Step 6: Initiate the Transfer

Once you’ve chosen the music you want to transfer, click on the “Apply” or “Sync” button in the bottom right corner of the iTunes window. iTunes will begin transferring the selected music from your iPhone to your PC.

Step 7: Wait for the Transfer to Complete

The time it takes to transfer music depends on the amount of data being transferred. Larger libraries will naturally take more time. Ensure that your iPhone stays connected during this process.

Step 8: Confirm the Transfer

Once the transfer is complete, go to the “Music” section of your iTunes library on your PC. You should find all the transferred music there, neatly organized.

And there you have it! You’ve successfully transferred music from your iPhone to your PC. Now you can enjoy your favorite tunes on both your iPhone and your computer hassle-free. This method works for both purchased and non-purchased music.

Transferring music from your iPhone to your PC can be a convenient way to create backups and have your music accessible across multiple devices. These simple steps will ensure your music collection remains safely stored on your PC, ready to be enjoyed whenever you please.