Apple Music has become one of today‘s most popular on-demand music streaming services, with over 90 million song tracks and 30,000 playlists available. While Apple Music offers dedicated apps for iPhone, iPad, Android and other devices, Windows PC users don‘t have access to a specialized app. But don‘t fret – you can still enjoy Apple Music on your Windows laptop or desktop computer by accessing it right in your web browser.
In this handy guide, I‘ll walk you through the process of setting up Apple Music and listening seamlessly on a Windows PC in 6 easy steps. Whether you‘re looking to access your personal playlists, discover new music or simply want the convenience of streaming your music library everywhere, using Apple Music on a browser lets you do it all.
So let‘s get started! Here‘s how to listen to Apple Music on that Windows 10 laptop of yours:
Step 1: Sign Up for an Apple Music Membership
First things first – you‘ll need an active Apple Music membership in order to start listening. The nice thing is that Apple offers a free one month trial, so you can test it out before committing.
Head over to the Apple Music page and click on the "Try it free" button. Here you can start your trial or subscribe to an individual plan for $9.99 per month. Apple also offers special rates for students, families and bundles with other services.
Once signed up, you can access Apple Music across all your devices including your Windows PC.
Step 2: Open Your Preferred Browser
Since there‘s no dedicated Apple Music app for Windows 10, you‘ll need to access it through your browser. The Apple Music web player works well with most modern browsers like Chrome, Firefox or Edge.
Open your preferred internet browser on your Windows laptop or desktop. For best results, make sure you‘re running the latest browser version with all updates installed.
Step 3: Go to music.apple.com
Now simply head over to the Apple Music web player page at music.apple.com.
You can also get there by going to apple.com and clicking on the Music section listed under Entertainment category.
Step 4: Enter Your Apple ID Account Details
With the web page open, click on "Sign In" at the top right corner. This will prompt you to enter your Apple ID account credentials. Make sure to use the same Apple ID you set up when registering for Apple Music membership.
You may also be asked to complete two-factor authentication by entering a verification code sent to one of your trusted devices.
Step 5: Search, Browse and Play Music!
After signing in successfully, you‘ll have full access to Apple Music‘s extensive catalog directly through the browser. Use the search bar to look up songs, artists, playlists and music videos. Or browse recommendations, new releases sections and radio stations.
When you find something you like, just click play! You can queue up songs, customize playlists and stream music seamlessly right within the browser.
Step 6: Control Playback and Volume
The browser player has handy playback controls that let you play, pause, skip tracks etc. You can also shuffle songs and loop playlists. There‘s also a volume slider to control loudness – keep in mind this adjusts volume within the web player only.
For best sound quality, use good external speakers, headphones or connect the PC to your home stereo system. Enjoy Apple Music on that big screen!
And that‘s it! In just six simple steps, you can start listening to Apple Music on a Windows laptop or desktop computer. While it lacks a dedicated app, the web access still lets you stream millions of songs, organize playlists plus get personalized recommendations wherever you are.
Alternative: Use the iTunes Application
If you prefer having a standalone app for your Apple Music needs instead of relying on a browser, here‘s an alternative.
Believe it or not, the iTunes application available for Windows 10 comes with built-in access to Apple Music. So you can download iTunes from Microsoft Store or Apple.com, sign into your account and get full Apple Music capabilities.
The advantage is having familiar iTunes media player features combined with access to the Apple Music streaming library. So give both options a spin to see which one works best for your listening needs!
I hope this guide helps you effortlessly enjoy Apple Music on that Windows PC. With endless music at your fingertips ready to stream and download for offline listening, you‘ll never have a reason to stop the music again! Let me know if you have any other questions.
