User level: Level 1 (13 points)iTunes Update Every time I open iTunes it says update available, I click update iTunes and it takes me to the Microsoft Store. I want genuine Apple iTunes downloads and updates only. Now I am wondering if there are any updates for iTunes and can I install them. Sincerely Ken
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Original Title: iTunes Updates
Posted on Oct 11, 2026 7:10 AM
User level: Level 7 (26,777 points)Oct 11, 2026 5:35 PM in response to kennethdotsey
iTunes is no longer updated by Apple and should not show any updates on the Microsoft Store. Here is an article from Apple that mentions the apps that have replaced iTunes: How iTunes is changing on PC - Apple Support.
If you want to keep using iTunes, I would recommend that you uninstall the current version on your PC and that you use the Apple version (instead of the Microsoft Store one). To do so, click "Get iTunes for Windows" in the following page: iTunes - Apple.
User level: Level 7 (26,777 points)Oct 12, 2026 7:43 AM in response to jimbob5941
I suggested the Apple version because you stated “genuine Apple iTunes“ and I thought you would prefer it. I dont know what differences, if any, the version on the Apple website and the one on the Microsoft Store could be.
Uninstaliing your current version and installing either version (Apple or Microsoft Store) could perhaps fix the issue with the recurring update notification.
I don’t believe Microsoft would remove iTunes from its store but I really can’t speak for Microsoft.
User level: Level 2 (211 points)Oct 12, 2026 7:29 AM in response to 6x6
@6x6
I'm just curious... as to why you are suggesting users switch to the non-Store version.
Is it possible the Microsoft will locally uninstall the store version at some point?
User level: Level 2 (211 points)Oct 12, 2026 8:01 AM in response to 6x6
Understood!
THANK YOU for your time!
Jim
Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256374211