How to Transfer Music from iPhone to iTunes? [2 Effective Ways]

Many iPhone users want to sync the music on their devices to iTunes so they can manage and back up their music on a computer. If you're wondering how to transfer music from iPhone to iTunes, then this article is for you. So, keep scrolling, and we'll guide you through the best methods to achieve this.

Part 1. How to Copy Music from iPhone to iTunes Directly (Purchased Songs)

If your music was purchased through the iTunes Store, you can directly transfer music from your iPhone to iTunes for free using the iTunes app. However, you can only share the purchased songs.

Here is how to put music from iPhone to iTunes directly for free:

Step 1. Install the latest iTunes version on the computer and launch it. Then, connect your iPhone to the computer using a USB cable.

Step 2. Select "Account" > "Authorization" > "Authorize This Computer", then enter your Apple ID and password to complete the authorization.

Step 3. Go to "File" > "Devices", then select "Transfer Purchases from [your device]" to complete the procedure.

Step 4. After completing the process, tap "Recently Added" from the left iTunes panel and check the songs you've imported.

Part 2. How to Import Music from iPhone to iTunes in One Click (Purchased & Non-purchased)

Transferring songs from your iPhone to iTunes is easy, but the only challenge is the files to be imported. Not all music files can be directly shared from iPhone to iTunes, only the purchased music files. What about your other downloaded song? At this point, you can use the professional music transfer tool - iOS Transfer, which can help you import all types of music, including both purchased and non-purchased, into iTunes without overwriting the existing data.

Highlights of iOS Transfer:

• Seamlessly import songs from an iPhone to iTunes library, including those non-purchased music files.
• Transfer music, iTunes U, podcasts, ringtones, audiobooks, voice memos, playlists, movies, Home videos, TV shows, and music videos between iOS and iTunes.
• Besides transfer between iOS and iTunes, it also supports transfer from iOS to computer, iOS to iOS, computer to iOS, and iTunes to computer.
• No quality loss during the transmission.
• Automatically convert music formats to be compatible with iOS.
• Delete songs directly from your iPhone to free up more storage.
• Work well with the latest iPhone 16 series and iOS 18.

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Here is how to transfer music from iPhone to iTunes library using iOS Transfer:

Bonus: How to Transfer Music from iTunes to iPhone

Earlier, we discussed how to move music from iPhone to iTunes. You might also be wondering how to transfer songs from iTunes to iPhone. You can choose to transfer either all or specific songs and playlists from iTunes to your iPhone. Follow the steps below to learn how to transfer music from iTunes to iPhone:

Step 1. Open iTunes on your Windows PC or a Mac running macOS 10.14 or earlier. For macOS 10.15 or later, open Finder.

Step 2. Connect your iPhone to the computer using a proper USB data cable. If prompted, tap "Trust" in the "Trust This Computer" message box to allow the connection.

Step 3. When the iPhone icon appears in the top left corner, click on it to proceed. (iPhone not showing up in iTunes?)

Step 4. Select the "Music" tab on the left and check the box next to "Sync Music".

Step 5. Choose "Entire music library" or "Selected playlists, artists, albums, or genres" to transfer either all or specific music files from iTunes to your iPhone.

Step 6. Click "Apply" to begin syncing the music with your iPhone.

Conclusion

That's all about how to transfer music from iPhone to iTunes library. Different types of music require different transfer methods. If your music was purchased from the iTunes Store, you can transfer it directly via iTunes. For non-purchased music, it's recommended to use iOS Transfer. It supports all types of music, is easy to use, won't overwrite data, and is an ideal choice for managing iPhone music.

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