User level: Level 1 (8 points)Why are songs that I've downloaded in the past from CD's not showing up in my Apple Music app on my iPhone and laptop?
Posted on Oct 13, 2026 7:05 AM
User level: Level 9 (55,707 points)Oct 15, 2026 1:13 PM in response to PWM3rd
Are you a subscriber to Apple Music or iTunes Match, and if so, do you have "Sync Library" turned on? Although I don't use "Sync Library", it is supposed to let you "stream your music library on any device that's signed in to the Apple Music app with the Apple Account that you use with your Apple Music subscription."
Use Sync Library with your Apple Music subscription - Apple Support
If you are not a subscriber, or have "Sync Library" turned off, songs imported from CD on your computer will not automatically synchronize to your other devices. You would need to load your iPhone using a selection of music from a single master library on a Mac or a Windows PC.
Sync your iPhone, iPad, or iPod with your computer - Apple Support
Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256375468