Do Downloaded Songs on Apple Music Expire When Subscription Ends?

Learn if downloaded Apple Music songs expire and how your subscription affects offline access to downloaded content.

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Downloaded songs on Apple Music do have an expiration. These songs are available offline as long as your Apple Music subscription is active. If your subscription lapses, you won't be able to access the downloaded content until you renew your membership.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I keep Apple Music downloads forever? No, downloaded songs on Apple Music require an active subscription to be accessible offline; if you cancel your subscription, the downloads will no longer be available.
  2. What happens to downloaded Apple Music songs if I cancel my subscription? Downloaded songs become inaccessible offline if your Apple Music subscription lapses until you renew your membership.
  3. How long do downloaded songs on Apple Music last? Downloaded songs last as long as your Apple Music subscription remains active and you regularly connect your device to the internet for license verification.

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