- Apple has expanded the Apple Music transfer tool worldwide, allowing users to move playlists and saved tracks directly from competing streaming services.
- The feature eliminates the need for third-party apps by automatically scanning your old service and importing music libraries straight into Apple Music.
- After months of phased rollouts, the tool is now available in almost every Apple Music region, with exceptions in Mainland China, Myanmar, and Russia.
Apple has officially expanded its built-in Apple Music transfer tool, allowing users worldwide to bring their playlists and saved songs from other streaming services directly into Apple Music. The tool aims to remove one of the biggest frustrations of switching platforms: rebuilding years of playlists from scratch.
How the Apple Music transfer tool works
You sign in to the other service from Apple Music, pick what you want to move, and Apple matches tracks and copies them into your Apple Music library. It doesn’t need third-party helpers, though some automatic matches may need your check if the exact song can’t be found. The tool focuses on user-made playlists and saved tracks.
Global expansion timeline
Apple tested the feature first in Australia and New Zealand in May, then expanded to the US, UK, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, and Mexico in August before making it widely available. There are a few places where transfer is not available, for example, Mainland China, Myanmar, and Russia.
Why it matters for music streamers
People often stick with a service because moving is a chore. With the Apple Music transfer tool, that excuse is weaker now. You keep your playlists and listening history, so switching is less risky and more about which app you prefer.
Overall, if you’re thinking of moving to Apple Music, try the Apple Music transfer tool first. It’s fast, mostly reliable, and removes the biggest barrier to switching. It’s not perfect yet, but it works well for most users.
