Authorize computer for iTunes

If you want to sync your music and multimedia content via iTunes, you must first authorize your computer. In this practical tip, we will show you how this works.

Authorize computer for iTunes

Note for Windows users: The menu bar is hidden in iTunes by default. You can show it again with the key combination Ctrl + B.

1. Open iTunes and click on the "Store" category at the top of the menu bar.
2. Select the "Authorize this computer" option here. A small window opens.
3. Log in here with your Apple ID. Your computer is registered using the "Authorize" button.

iTunes error: Unauthorized computer

You can authorize a maximum of five computers for your Apple ID. If all available places are occupied, you must deauthorize a computer before authorization. This works either via the instructions in the first paragraph or as follows.

1. Click the "iTunes Store" button in the top right corner of iTunes to open it.
2. On the right you see the category "Everything at a glance". Select the "Account" category here.
3. In the overview you will now find the "Deactivate all" button. This will deauthorize all computers.