You can make a difference in the Apple Support Community!

When you sign up with your Apple Account, you can provide valuable feedback to other community members by upvoting helpful replies and User Tips.

Looks like no one’s replied in a while. To start the conversation again, simply ask a new question.

iTunes says computer not authorized. I authorize computer. iTunes says "This computer was previously authorized. It has been re-authorized." Click OK, iTunes says computer not authorized. Loop repeats. What should I do?

iTunes says computer not authorized. I authorize computer. iTunes says "This computer was previously authorized. It has been re-authorized." Click OK, iTunes says computer not authorized. Loop repeats. What should I do?

iPod Nano

Posted on Oct 21, 2021 2:49 PM

Reply
Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Posted on Oct 21, 2021 5:29 PM

Repeated requests to authorize an already authorized computer for store downloads typically indicates you have corrupt or incomplete copies. Backup and then delete the tracks that won't play from your library without hiding from your purchase history. Redownload using the cloud links that should remain, or close iTunes and reopen if they don't show up straight away. While downloading click the activity widget and turn off the option that allows for simultaneous downloads.


If that hasn't helped see If iTunes for Windows prompts you to authorize your computer when you try to play purchases - Apple Support.


tt2

1 reply
Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Oct 21, 2021 5:29 PM in response to smmcphail

Repeated requests to authorize an already authorized computer for store downloads typically indicates you have corrupt or incomplete copies. Backup and then delete the tracks that won't play from your library without hiding from your purchase history. Redownload using the cloud links that should remain, or close iTunes and reopen if they don't show up straight away. While downloading click the activity widget and turn off the option that allows for simultaneous downloads.


If that hasn't helped see If iTunes for Windows prompts you to authorize your computer when you try to play purchases - Apple Support.


tt2

iTunes says computer not authorized. I authorize computer. iTunes says "This computer was previously authorized. It has been re-authorized." Click OK, iTunes says computer not authorized. Loop repeats. What should I do?

Welcome to Apple Support Community
A forum where Apple customers help each other with their products. Get started with your Apple Account.