Go to your tab and click the Download icon next to the song.

M4A provides better sound quality than MP3 at the same file size, especially at lower bitrates. How to Download Purchased Music as M4A

M4A compresses audio more efficiently than MP3. A 126kbps M4A file sounds as good as or better than a 192kbps MP3 file.

/Users/[Your Username]/Music/Music/Media.localized/Music/

On modern macOS versions (Catalina and later), iTunes has been replaced by the standalone Music app. Open the app.

: Works natively on all iPhones, iPads, and Macs, as well as most modern Android devices and smart speakers.

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, meaning you can play it on non-Apple devices like Android phones or Windows PCs without restriction. Personal Watermarks : Although DRM-free, purchased M4A files contain

Click the (a cloud with a down arrow) next to the song or album to download the M4A file to your local storage. Method 2: Download Using iTunes (Windows)

: Ensure your app isn't set to download "Lossless" or "High-Res Lossless," as these may use different formats.

Before we dive into the "how," let’s cover the "what." M4A stands for . It is an audio-only file container.