Apple Music Download Guide for Windows
A comprehensive guide for downloading Apple Music content on Windows systems
This guide is provided for educational purposes only. Users must ensure compliance with all applicable laws, terms of service, and licensing agreements. The authors are not responsible for misuse of this information.
Prerequisites
Required Software
- Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL)
- Minimum: WSL 2
- Recommended: Ubuntu 22.04 LTS distribution
- Enable through PowerShell (as administrator):
- Apple Music App
- Available from Microsoft Store
- Version: Latest stable release
- Required for decryption process
Additional Requirements
- Active Apple Music subscription
- Windows 10 version 2004 or higher (Build 19041 or later)
- At least 8GB RAM recommended
- Minimum 10GB free storage space
Installation Guide
1. WSL Setup
- Open PowerShell as administrator and run:
- After installation, launch Ubuntu and set up your user account
- Update the WSL system:
2. Dependencies Installation
Install required packages in WSL:
3. Downloader Setup
- Clone the downloader repository:
- Configure the download paths:
- Set the following paths:
Replace YOUR_USERNAME with your Windows username
Usage Instructions
Basic Download
- Ensure Apple Music app is running and logged in
- Open WSL terminal and navigate to the script directory:
- Download content using:
Advanced Options
Dolby Atmos Download
For Atmos-supported tracks:
Single Track Download
To download specific tracks:
Then enter track numbers when prompted (e.g., 1 3 5
for multiple tracks)
Example Usage
- Download full album:
- Download Atmos version:
Troubleshooting
Common Issues and Solutions
- WSL Installation Problems
- Ensure Windows is up to date
- Enable virtualization in BIOS
- Run
sfc /scannow
in admin PowerShell - Verify WSL 2 is set as default:
- Path Access Issues
- Check WSL mount points:
- Ensure paths use forward slashes (/)
- Verify Windows username in paths
- Check WSL mount points:
- Download Failures
- Confirm Apple Music is running
- Check Windows Defender firewall settings
- Verify internet connection
- Ensure sufficient disk space
- Decryption Problems
- Keep Apple Music app running during downloads
- Clear Apple Music cache if needed
- WSL time might desync; fix with:
sudo hwclock -s
- Keep both Windows and WSL updated
- Monitor disk space in both systems
- Consider using Windows Terminal for better WSL integration
Credits
- WorldObservationLog
- zhaarey
- Originally made by Sorrow
- itouakirai
Tutorial authored by 0daxelagnia
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