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How to Download Music from Computer to iPhone 13/12/11

Updated on Jun 19, 2024 | by Woodward

Listening to music on your iPhone is a common way to relax during your free time. You can expand your music library by transferring music from your computer to your iPhone, downloading music directly to your iPhone, or subscribing to music streaming services like Apple Music and Spotify. When you get a new iPhone, one of the first things you'll likely do is transfer your existing music collection or download new music to enjoy on your device.

Transferring music from your computer to your iPhone doesn't have to be a hassle. While using iTunes is an option, it's not the most efficient way to get the job done. Fortunately, there are other practical ways to add music to your iPhone, whether it's from your computer or directly from music sites. By learning these alternative methods, you can easily expand your iPhone's music library without the need for iTunes.

Method 1. How to Transfer Music from Computer to iPhone 13/12/11 with Qiling MobiMover

You can transfer music from your computer to your iPhone XR without iTunes by using the Music app on your iPhone, or by using a third-party music management app like Google Play Music or Amazon Music. To do this, open the Music app on your iPhone, tap the "Library" tab, and then tap "Add Music" to select the songs you want to transfer. You can also use a USB cable to connect your iPhone to your computer, and then use a file manager like Finder (on a Mac) or File Explorer (on a PC) to select the songs you want to transfer and drag them to the Music app on your iPhone.

When buying a new iPhone, you may encounter the need to transfer music from your computer to the device. This is where Qiling MobiMover, a free iPhone transfer software, comes in handy. With this tool, you can transfer music from your computer to your iPhone all at once, making it a convenient solution for managing your music library.

With Qiling MobiMover, you can transfer music from your iPhone to your computer, in addition to adding music to your iPhone from your computer.

To transfer music from a Mac or PC to your iPhone, start by connecting your iPhone to your computer using a USB cable and opening iTunes on your computer. Select your iPhone from the top left menu, click on the "Music" tab, and choose the music you want to transfer by checking the boxes next to the songs.

Step 1.To transfer files from your computer to your iPhone, connect your iPhone to your computer and run Qiling MobiMover. Next, click on "PC to Phone" and then select the files you want to transfer.

Step 2.Select the music files you want to transfer from your computer to your iPhone, click "Open" to proceed.

Step 3.Select the songs you want to transfer from your PC, click "Transfer" to start the process, and then access the Music app on your iPhone to enjoy the transferred music.

Qiling MobiMover allows transferring various types of files from a computer to an iPhone, including photos, videos, contacts, books, ringtones, and more, in addition to music.

Method 2. How to AddMusic toiPhone 13/12/11 from Computer Using Cloud Storage

Cloud storage services allow for the transfer of music from a computer to an iPhone without the need for a USB cable, enabling the sharing of media files across devices via network connections.

To successfully add music to your iPhone 13/12/11/XR/XS/XS Max using a cloud-based service, ensure that you have a stable internet connection, the service is compatible with your iPhone model, and you have the necessary permissions and credentials to access your music library. Additionally, make sure that your iPhone is updated to the latest software and that you have enough storage space to store the music files.

To copy music to an iPhone from a computer, let's use Dropbox as an example. You can start by uploading your music files to your Dropbox account on your computer.

To transfer music from PC to iPhone using Dropbox:

Step 1. Upload music from your computer to Dropbox.

Step 2. To get the Dropbox app on your iPhone, go to the App Store, tap the "Get" button next to the Dropbox icon, and then tap "Install" to download and install the app. Alternatively, you can also search for "Dropbox" in the App Store, and then tap the "Get" button to download and install the app.

Step 3. Sign in with the account you use on your computer.

Step 4. Download the music files from your computer to your iPhone.

How to transfer music from computer to iPhone XR/XS/XS Mac with Dropbox

Method 3. How to Transfer Songs from Computer to iPhone 13/12/11 Using iTunes

Using iTunes to sync music from your computer to your iPhone is the official way to do so, but it has a drawback - when syncing music from iTunes to the iPhone, it will replace the media files (music, movies, TV shows, and books) with the synced items, potentially leading to data loss on your iPhone.

Using iTunes is a good option if you want to transfer music from a computer to a new iPhone.

To import music to iPhone using iTunes:

Step 1. Connect your iPhone to your computer using a USB cable and wait for iTunes to launch automatically.

Step 2. To add songs to your iTunes music library, navigate to the iTunes window and select "File" from the top menu, then choose "Add File to Library" from the drop-down menu. This action allows you to select and import the specific songs you wish to add to your iTunes collection.

Step 3. Once you've imported the songs into your iTunes library, click on the "Device" button at the top of the iTunes window and select the "Music" option from the dropdown menu.

Step 4. Check the option "Sync Music" > "Remove and Sync."

Step 5. To sync your music library, select the option to sync either your entire music library or specific playlists, artists, albums, and genres.

Step 6. To start syncing music from your iPhone to your computer, click on the "Sync" button and then select "Done" to initiate the process.

How to transfer music from computer to iPhone XR/XS/XS Mac using iTunes

Bonus Tips: How to Download Music to iPhone 13/12/11

You can transfer music from a computer to an iPhone to expand your iPhone music library, or download music directly to your iPhone.

Tip 1. Download Music to iPhone with Free Audio Downloader

You can listen to music online on various websites, and if you want to enjoy your favorite songs offline on your iPhone, you can use a free audio downloader to save music from these websites to your iOS device.

The iOS data transfer tool Qiling MobiMover allows you to download videos from YouTube, Twitter, and Facebook, and music from SoundCloud, MySpace, and more to your computer or iPhone/iPad.

To download music to your iPhone using the audio downloader, follow the guide on how to download music from SoundCloud.

Tip 2. Download Music on iPhone via Apple Music

If you have an Apple Music subscription, you can download music directly to your iPhone for offline listening.

To add music to your iPhone from Apple Music:

Step 1. Subscribe to Apple Music on your iPhone.

Step 2. To download a song, album, or playlist on your iOS device, go to the Apple Music app, find the desired song, album, or playlist, tap the three dots next to it, and select "Download" or tap the "Download" button below the cover art. You can also download content from the "For You" tab, where Apple Music recommends songs, albums, and playlists based on your listening history.

Step 3. To add a song, album, or playlist to your music library, press and hold the desired item, then select the "Add to library" option.

Step 4. After adding songs to your library, tap the "Download" icon to save them to your iPhone.

How to download music on iPhone XR via Apple Music

You can see the detailed guide on Apple.com.

The Bottom Line

After transferring music from your computer to your iPhone on 13/12/11 or downloading music directly to your iPhone, you can enjoy your favorite songs whenever you want. This process is also applicable to adding music to other iOS devices like iPad and iPods. With this article, you'll never struggle with putting music on your iPhone after getting a new iDevice.

FAQs

1. Where is music stored on iPhone 13?

Your iPhone stores music files in two main locations: the Music app and a folder called "Music" in your iPhone's internal storage. The Music app holds the music files you've downloaded from the iTunes Store or other sources, while the "Music" folder contains additional music files that aren't accessible through the Music app, requiring jailbreaking or a file management tool to access and manage them.

2. How do I put music on my iPhone 13 without iTunes?

With Qiling MobiMover, you can easily download music from popular audio-sharing sites like SoundCloud and transfer the downloaded items directly to your iPhone, providing a convenient alternative to using iTunes.

3. Why can't I find downloaded music on my iPhone?

If you can't find downloaded music, check if iCloud Music Library is turned on in Settings > Music. If that doesn't work, try restarting your device or disabling Optimized Storage in Settings > Music.

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