How to Use Boilsoft Apple Music Converter — Step-by-Step GuideBoilsoft Apple Music Converter is a desktop application designed to convert Apple Music tracks, iTunes songs, and audiobooks into common, DRM-free audio formats such as MP3, AAC, FLAC, WAV, and M4A. This guide walks you through installation, setup, conversion steps, settings, and common troubleshooting tips to help you get clean, playable audio files for offline use on any device.
Before you start — what you need
- A computer (Windows or macOS) with admin privileges to install software.
- The latest version of iTunes (on older macOS) or the Apple Music app (on newer macOS) installed and authorized with your Apple ID.
- An active Apple Music subscription or downloaded iTunes purchases/DRM-locked files that you want to convert.
- Boilsoft Apple Music Converter installer, downloaded from Boilsoft’s official site.
- Sufficient disk space for converted files.
Installation and Initial Setup
- Download the installer
- Visit Boilsoft’s official website and download the Windows or macOS version of Boilsoft Apple Music Converter.
- Install the application
- Windows: Run the .exe installer and follow the prompts.
- macOS: Open the .dmg, drag the app to Applications, and if required, grant permission in System Preferences > Security & Privacy.
- Launch the app
- When you open Boilsoft Apple Music Converter, it will detect and load your Apple Music library from iTunes or the Apple Music app. Ensure the app can access your music library; on macOS you may need to grant permissions.
- Authorize the computer (if necessary)
- Open iTunes or the Apple Music app and sign in with the Apple ID that has the subscriptions/purchases. In older iTunes, you may need to go to Account > Authorizations > Authorize This Computer.
Converting Apple Music Tracks — Step by Step
- Add songs to your library or ensure downloaded tracks are accessible
- The converter reads tracks from your Apple Music/iTunes library. If tracks are only in the cloud, download them first for faster, more reliable conversion.
- Select tracks in Boilsoft
- In the Boilsoft interface, browse playlists, albums, or songs loaded from your Apple Music/iTunes library and check the boxes for the tracks you want to convert.
- Choose an output format
- Click the Output Format dropdown and choose MP3, M4A, AAC, WAV, or FLAC depending on your target device and quality needs.
- Configure output settings
- Set bitrate, sample rate, and channel (e.g., 320 kbps, 44.1 kHz, Stereo for high-quality MP3) and choose whether to preserve ID3 tags and metadata.
- Choose output folder
- Select a destination folder for the converted files. Consider a folder with plenty of free space.
- Start conversion
- Click the Convert or Start button. Boilsoft will process the selected tracks and create DRM-free files in your chosen format and folder.
- Check converted files
- When conversion completes, open the output folder and play a few files to confirm audio quality and metadata preservation.
Useful Settings and Tips
- Output format choice:
- MP3: Widely supported, good compatibility.
- M4A/AAC: Smaller files for the same quality; retains more fidelity than MP3 at similar bitrates.
- FLAC: Lossless compression — larger files but best quality.
- WAV: Uncompressed, maximum compatibility with editing software; very large files.
- Bitrate and sample rate:
- For most listeners, 256–320 kbps MP3 or 256 kbps AAC is sufficient.
- Use 44.1 kHz sample rate for music; higher rates rarely improve audible quality for typical music tracks.
- Preserve metadata:
- Keep ID3 tags, album art, and track info enabled to maintain organization in music players.
- Batch conversion:
- Convert entire playlists or multiple albums at once to save time. Monitor CPU usage and allow the process to finish uninterrupted for best results.
- Integration with players:
- After conversion, import files into any music player (VLC, Windows Media Player, Android phones, etc.) or copy to portable devices.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
- App won’t detect Apple Music library:
- Make sure iTunes or Apple Music app is installed and signed in with your Apple ID. Restart both apps and Boilsoft.
- On macOS, grant Full Disk Access or Files and Folders permission to Boilsoft in System Settings > Security & Privacy.
- Conversion fails or produces silence:
- Ensure tracks are downloaded locally (not just cloud-streamed). Try re-downloading tracks in Apple Music or iTunes.
- Check for app updates — compatibility updates are common after Apple app changes.
- Metadata missing or incorrect:
- Enable the “Keep metadata/ID3 tags” option. If tags remain wrong, edit them in iTunes/Apple Music before conversion.
- Output audio quality too low:
- Increase bitrate/sample rate in output settings and reconvert.
- Activation/licensing issues:
- If using a trial version, some features or track lengths may be restricted. Purchase and register the full version if needed, following Boilsoft’s instructions.
Legal and Ethical Considerations
Converting Apple Music tracks may involve removing DRM. Laws vary by country; in many jurisdictions circumventing DRM may violate terms of service or copyright law. Use converted files only for lawful personal use and check local laws and Apple’s Terms of Service before converting.
Alternatives and When to Use Them
If Boilsoft doesn’t meet your needs, alternatives include other audio converters and DRM removal tools that support Apple Music; look for features such as speed, format support, metadata preservation, and active updates for compatibility with the latest Apple Music/iTunes changes.
Quick checklist before converting
- Apple Music/iTunes installed and signed in with your Apple ID.
- Tracks downloaded locally.
- Boilsoft installed and up to date.
- Desired output format, bitrate, and folder chosen.
- Sufficient disk space.
If you want, I can tailor this guide to Windows or macOS specifically, or provide a shorter checklist for mobile transfer (e.g., copying converted files to Android/iPhone). Which would you prefer?
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