Mac OS X iTunes – Authorize a Computer

You can authorize up to five computers with your Apple ID. If all of your authorizations are used, you will need to deauthorize all of your computers before you can authorize another one. You can then simply reauthorize any computer that you want to use by following the steps outlined below. Step 1: Launch iTunes.   Step 2: Click Store at the top of the screen.

    Step 3: Select the Authorize this computer option.

    Step 4: Enter your Apple ID and password when prompted.

    Step 5: You will then see a screen like the image below that tells you how many of your authorizations have been used.

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