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iTunes is your go-to place for all things entertainment. From music, movies, books to your favorite TV shows and more. Speaking of music, all the songs you purchase on iTunes are in AAC format by default. AAC is an advanced audio format suitable for compressed audio data. While this format provides better sound quality, it is incompatible with most music industry audio players and takes up too much space.
If you also want to listen to songs you purchased on iTunes on other audio devices, you may need to convert them to MP3 format. MP3 is a widespread audio format that is compatible with most audio players. As a result, you can listen to your music anytime, anywhere, on any device.
In this article, you will learn how to convert your iTunes songs to MP3 on different devices, specifically Mac, Windows, iPad, and iPhone.
Convert iTunes songs to MP3 on a Mac
Macs have iTunes built into the platform (or available for free download), allowing you to perform the conversion process without third-party programs. Here are easy steps you can follow to convert iTunes songs to MP3 on a Mac:
- On your Mac, launch iTunes. Please note that the program may take some time to open as it is quite intensive.
- In the menu bar, navigate to “Music.”
- Select “Preferences” from the menu and choose “General and then” File.“
- Click “Import Settings.”
- Under the “Import Using” option, you should see a drop-down menu. Go ahead and change the options to “MP3 Encoder.”
- Select your preferred audio quality. It is preferred to go for the highest quality, but it takes more time and the result requires more memory.
- Highlight the songs you want to convert to MP3.
- Go to “File” > “Convert” > “Create MP3 Version”.
- Wait for the format conversion to complete.
You should now see your newly converted song next to the original AAC file.
Alternatively, you can use the Apple Music app to convert your iTunes songs to MP3. The steps for conversion are quite similar to those demonstrated above.
Please note that some songs are copyrighted and protected by DRM encryption. As a result, you cannot make any modifications to these songs. Additionally, you can also use a third-party audio converter to convert your songs to your preferred format. One such program is MediaHuman Audio Converter. MediaHuman Audio Converter is a free tool that allows you to convert your songs to other formats, including MP3. Plus, it works on all major operating systems, so you can be sure to get a download for your computer.
Here’s how to convert iTunes songs to MP3 using MediaHuman Audio Converter:
- Download the free audio converter.
- Install the program by following the steps provided in the installation wizard.
- Launch the program.
- Drag and drop your iTunes songs into the application window.
- By default, “WMA” format is selected. Click on it and select “MP3.”
- Select the bitrate that best suits your needs. (Higher bitrate preferred)
- Press the two arrows to start the conversion process.
- Wait a few seconds for the conversion to complete.
To view the song you just converted, click the search icon next to the original version of your song. A window should appear and you should now see your newly converted MP3 file.
Convert iTunes songs to MP3 on Windows PC
Here’s how to convert iTunes songs to MP3 on Windows:
- On your Windows PC, launch the iTunes app.
- Go to “Edit” > “Preferences” > “General” > “Import Settings”.
- From the “Import Options” drop-down menu, select “MP3 Encoder.”
- In the “Settings” drop-down menu, select the highest quality.
- Click “OK” to return to your music library.
- Choose the songs you want to convert to MP3 format.
- With your songs highlighted, navigate to “File,” then “Convert,” and select “Create MP3 Version.”
Easy, right? Now you have your songs in MP3 format and you can play them on various audio players.
Convert iTunes songs to MP3 on an iPhone
Converting iTunes songs to MP3 on an iPhone can be quite complicated. The process is usually done by transferring the songs to a PC. First of all, make sure the songs in your iPhone’s iTunes library are backed up on your computer. If there is no backup of them, you can manually transfer them to your computer. Please note that to transfer iTunes song from your iPhone to your computer, you must have them as downloads in your iTunes library.
Follow the steps below to move songs to your computer’s hard drive:
- Connect your iPhone to your PC using a USB cable.
- Launch the iTunes app on your computer.
- If your computer is not authorized, select “Account” and authorize it.
- Go to File>Devices>Transfer Purchases from “iPhone”.
- Music transfer will begin immediately.
The length of the conversion process will depend on the size and number of songs you are trying to convert. Once the transfer is complete, download the songs you want to convert to MP3 format using the cloud-shaped icon next to each song. You should find these songs by selecting “Recently Added.”“ in the sidebar of your iTunes app.
After a successful download, go ahead and convert songs to MP3 by following the steps mentioned above on how to convert iTunes song to MP3 on Mac or Windows.
Convert iTunes songs to MP3 on an iPad
To convert iTunes songs to Mp3 on iPad, you must first transfer the music to your computer by following the steps below:
- Connect your iPad to your computer using a USB cable.
- Open the iTunes app on your computer.
- Complete computer authorization if your computer is not authorized.
- Go to File>Devices>Transfer Purchases from “iPhone”.
- Allow the music transfer to complete.
Go ahead and convert recently added music to MP3 by following the steps mentioned in how to convert iTunes songs to MP3 using your PC or Mac. Remember to follow the steps for the computer you are currently working on.
Listen to music on any device
Although the AAC format provides high-quality music, it denies you the flexibility of listening to your iTunes songs on non-Apple devices. The MP3 format, on the other hand, does exactly the opposite. Anyway, now you can convert your iTunes songs to MP3 and listen to your music on any music player. Plus, you can save space on your device without sacrificing the quality of your music.
Do you know an easier method to transfer from iTunes to MP3? Let us know in the comments section below.
