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<\/br><\/code><\/p>\n\nIf you\u2019re an Apple Music or iTunes Match<\/a> subscriber, you can make use of Apple\u2019s iCloud Music Library. So long as you\u2019re logged into the same iCloud account, the feature allows you to sync your music library on up to 10 Apple devices. But there are reasons you may not want your tunes synced up to the iCloud Music Library. In this article, I discuss why \u2014 and explain how you can disable it if you want. <\/p>\nWhile convenient, the iCloud Music Library also has its quirks. That\u2019s because it matches and replaces songs or albums you already have on your device with a high-quality version from the Apple Music streaming library (if available). That process can lead to messed-up metadata, missing album art, and matching to the wrong song<\/em>. Users have also complained in forums about the feature being confusing<\/a> and accidentally wiping files<\/a> off their devices. And it also means you\u2019re locked into listening to your music on Apple devices. <\/p>\nAnother thing to keep in mind: iCloud Music Library isn\u2019t the same as having a backup of your offline files. That\u2019s because, like most streaming services, Apple Music files are DRM encrypted, meaning it\u2019s tied to your Apple ID. So, even though you can build up quite a library, you don\u2019t actually own<\/em> any of the tracks \u2014 and it will become inaccessible should you ever choose to cancel your subscription.<\/p>\nIf you\u2019ve bought a new iPhone, iPad, or Mac, iCloud Music Library syncing is enabled by default. For tons of folks, this isn\u2019t really a major issue, and the convenience can outweigh the cons. But if you\u2019ve spent years cultivating your own music library or aren\u2019t committed to sticking with Apple Music in the long term, you may want to disable this feature from the get-go.<\/p>\n
So, without further ado, here\u2019s how to stop the iCloud Music Library from syncing to your devices.<\/p>\n
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