How do you update iTunes?

If you're on a Mac, open the App Store and select Updates at the top of the window. If an iTunes update is available, you should see it here. Select Install to download and install it. If you're on PC, open iTunes and select Help > Check for Updates from the menu bar at the top. If you downloaded iTunes from the Microsoft Store, you can check for updates there.

How do you sync your music from iTunes to an iPhone?

Open iTunes and connect your iPhone to your computer using a USB cable. Click the device icon in the upper-left corner of the iTunes window, then choose Music . Select the sync checkbox to turn it on if it isn't already, then choose whether you want to sync your entire music library or just selected artists, playlists, albums, or genres. When you're done, select Apply . Syncing should start automatically, but if it doesn't select the Sync button to start it manually.

How do you uninstall iTunes?

There's no easy way to uninstall iTunes on a Mac because it's an essential requirement of macOS. If you're on a PC, open the Start menu, right-click on iTunes, and choose Uninstall . Make sure you remove its related components too, in order, including Apple Software Update, Apple Mobile Device Support, Bonjour, Apple Application Support 32-bit, and Apple Application Support 64-bit.

How do you cancel iTunes subscriptions?

If you're on an iPhone or iPad, open the Settings app and tap on your name , then tap Subscriptions . Tap the one you want to cancel, then tap Cancel Subscriptions . If you're on a Mac, open the App Store and click your name > View Information . Scroll down to the Subscriptions section and select Manage . Find the sub you want to cancel and select the Edit option next to it, then select Cancel Subscription . If you're on Windows, open iTunes and select Account > View My Account > View Account . Scroll down to the Settings section and select Manage next to Subscriptions. Find the sub you want to cancel and select Edit , then Cancel Subscription .

How do you authorize a computer on iTunes?

To authorize a Mac or PC, open the Music app, Apple TV app, or Apple Books app (Mac) or iTunes for Windows (PC). Sign in to your Apple account if necessary, then go to the menu bar and select Account > Authorizations > Authorize This Computer . You can authorize up to five different computers in iTunes.

How to Fix iTunes Error 3259

What Causes iTunes Error 3259

All of the things that cause iTunes error 3259 center around a connection problem. You may not be able to connect to iTunes due to a poor internet connection or outdated system settings. Your computer also might have security software that conflicts with iTunes, preventing a connection to the service.

Whatever the reason, some easy fixes might solve this problem and get you back to connecting and using iTunes.

How to Fix iTunes Error 3259

After trying each of these troubleshooting steps, connect to iTunes again. If you still can't connect, move on to the next possible solution.

Update the time settings. Because iTunes checks the computer's date, time, and timezone settings, make sure these are correct. If these settings are wrong, this may be why you can't connect to iTunes on a Windows PC or a Mac.

Log in as an administrator on your Mac or Windows PC before changing your time settings.
Check the network connection. If your internet connection is down, you can't connect to iTunes. Make sure the internet connection is working properly, and then connect to iTunes again.
Update iTunes. An outdated version of iTunes might cause a connection error. Get the latest version of iTunes so you'll have all the newest bug fixes and security updates, and then see if this solves the problem.
Update the operating system. Install any available Windows or macOS updates. Having the latest operating system version ensures that you have critical security patches. It also provides system stability and removes any outdated features. Update the operating system and then see if you can connect to iTunes.
Update security software. Security software, such as antivirus software and firewalls, may need an update to fix bugs, remove conflicts, and add new features. After you update your security software, see if you can connect to iTunes.
Disable or uninstall security software. Your security software may conflict with your ability to connect to iTunes. If you have more than one security program, disable or uninstall them one at a time to isolate which is causing the problem. This process varies according to your specific security programs, so check the documentation for details.

If turning off your firewall solved the problem, check out Apple's lists of ports and services that are required for iTunes and add rules to your firewall configuration to allow these exceptions.
Check your computer's Hosts file. Make sure your computer's Hosts file doesn't block connections to Apple servers. If you're unsure of how to fix specific files, reset the Hosts file to its default settings on a Windows PC or Mac.

Editing a Hosts file requires more technical knowledge than the average person has. Get help from a tech-savvy friend or family member, or consider paying for tech support on this one.
Visit the Apple iTunes support page. The Apple iTunes support website has a wealth of helpful features, including a searchable knowledge base and the ability to ask the community a question. You can also set up an appointment at the Genius Bar of your local Apple Store.

FAQ

How do you update iTunes?

If you're on a Mac, open the App Store and select Updates at the top of the window. If an iTunes update is available, you should see it here. Select Install to download and install it. If you're on PC, open iTunes and select Help > Check for Updates from the menu bar at the top. If you downloaded iTunes from the Microsoft Store, you can check for updates there.
How do you sync your music from iTunes to an iPhone?

Open iTunes and connect your iPhone to your computer using a USB cable. Click the device icon in the upper-left corner of the iTunes window, then choose Music. Select the sync checkbox to turn it on if it isn't already, then choose whether you want to sync your entire music library or just selected artists, playlists, albums, or genres. When you're done, select Apply. Syncing should start automatically, but if it doesn't select the Sync button to start it manually.
How do you uninstall iTunes?

There's no easy way to uninstall iTunes on a Mac because it's an essential requirement of macOS. If you're on a PC, open the Start menu, right-click on iTunes, and choose Uninstall. Make sure you remove its related components too, in order, including Apple Software Update, Apple Mobile Device Support, Bonjour, Apple Application Support 32-bit, and Apple Application Support 64-bit.
How do you cancel iTunes subscriptions?

If you're on an iPhone or iPad, open the Settings app and tap on your name, then tap Subscriptions. Tap the one you want to cancel, then tap Cancel Subscriptions. If you're on a Mac, open the App Store and click your name > View Information. Scroll down to the Subscriptions section and select Manage. Find the sub you want to cancel and select the Edit option next to it, then select Cancel Subscription. If you're on Windows, open iTunes and select Account > View My Account > View Account. Scroll down to the Settings section and select Manage next to Subscriptions. Find the sub you want to cancel and select Edit, then Cancel Subscription.
How do you authorize a computer on iTunes?

To authorize a Mac or PC, open the Music app, Apple TV app, or Apple Books app (Mac) or iTunes for Windows (PC). Sign in to your Apple account if necessary, then go to the menu bar and select Account > Authorizations > Authorize This Computer. You can authorize up to five different computers in iTunes.

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