Before I started using Discord, I always thought of it as a platform for gamers. With its voice and video call features, it seemed like the perfect tool for chatting while playing games, right?
But over the years, Discord has expanded far beyond just gaming. One of the things I really love about Discord is how easy it is to share music with friends. Whether you're jamming to a new track or just want to share your favorite playlist, Discord makes it simple. If you're an Apple Music user, you may want to know how you can link your Apple Music account to Discord and share what you're listening to directly in your profile - because, surprisingly, you won't find an "Apple Music" integration under Discord's "Connections" settings.
In this post, I'll walk you through how to connect Apple Music to Discord, so you can start sharing your tunes with friends in real-time during voice or video chats.
Part 1. How to Link Apple Music to Discord with Rich Presence
To link Apple Music to Discord, you'll need to use a tool called Rich Presence. Discord doesn't offer direct integration for Apple Music like it does for Spotify, so using Rich Presence is the best workaround to show what you're listening to on your profile. Once set up, Rich Presence lets Discord display the song or album you're currently playing. It also allows some tools to stream your music directly to Discord, so your friends can listen along with you in real-time.
If you're using Discord's desktop client, the setup process will be smoother. We recommend using the desktop version for the best experience with Rich Presence.
- Ensure you allow the necessary permissions for the apps to access both iTunes/Apple Music and Discord.
- For Rich Presence to work, you must have the "Display current activity as a status message" option enabled in Discord's Game Activity settings.
- If the Rich Presence status doesn't update immediately, try pausing and unpausing the music or restarting Discord and the respective tool.
- Make sure you are using the correct version of iTunes (Windows) or Music (macOS) for your chosen tool.
Option 1: Connect iTunes/Apple Music to Discord with iTunesRichPresence (Windows 10)
iTunesRichPresence is a straightforward solution for linking iTunes with Discord. Once set up, it automatically updates your Discord status with the currently playing song, along with details like the title and artist. This tool also includes a "run on startup" feature, which means you can set it up once and forget about it, making it a hassle-free option for Windows 10 users.
- Visit the iTunesRichPresence GitHub page and download the iTunesRichPresence.zip file from the "Assets" section. Extract all files to a folder on your computer.
- Navigate to the extracted folder and run the iTunesRichPresence.exe application.
- In the iTunesRichPresence app, go to the "Settings" section and enable Run on Startup to automatically launch the app with your PC.
- Open the iTunes application and play your desired song or playlist.
- Open the Discord app and click on your username at the bottom left to open your profile.
- Your currently playing music will now appear as part of your Discord status, showing the song title and artist.
Option 2: Connect iTunes/Apple Music to Discord with iTunesDiscordRP (Windows 11/Mac)
iTunesDiscordRP offers a more advanced integration for users on both Windows 11 and macOS. It not only updates your Discord profile with song details but also allows for customization of the activity display. This tool gives you greater flexibility, supporting both platforms and making it an excellent choice for users who want more control over how their music activity is shown in Discord.
- Visit the iTunesDiscordRP GitHub releases page and download the appropriate version for your OS:
- Windows: iTunesDiscordRP.exe or iTunesDiscordRP.jar
- macOS: iTunesDiscordRP.dmg
- Install iTunesDiscordRP:
- Windows: Run iTunesDiscordRP.exe. If using iTunesDiscordRP.jar, ensure you have Java Runtime Environment (JRE) 1.8+ installed.
- macOS: Open iTunesDiscordRP.dmg and drag iTunesDiscordRP.app to your Applications folder.
- Launch iTunesDiscordRP:
- Windows: Run iTunesDiscordRP.exe or iTunesDiscordRP.jar.
- macOS: Open iTunesDiscordRP.app from the Applications folder.
- Allow the tool to access iTunes (or Music on macOS 10.15+).
- Follow on-screen prompts to link iTunesDiscordRP to your Discord account.
- Go to Discord's User Settings > Game Activity and toggle on Display current activity as a status message.
- Start playing music in iTunes (Windows) or Music (macOS).
- Your Discord status will update with song details, including the name, artist, album, and playback status (playing or paused).
Option 3: Connect Apple Music to Discord with AMWin-RP (Windows 10)
AMWin-RP is an open-source tool specifically designed for Apple Music users on Windows. It directly links your Apple Music activity with Discord's Rich Presence, keeping your Discord status updated with the song you're currently listening to. It's a great option for Windows users who want to showcase their Apple Music activity without needing to rely on iTunes.
- Visit the AMWin-RP GitHub page and download the AMWin-RP.zip file. Extract the files to a folder on your computer.
- Navigate to the folder and run AMWin-RP.exe. Allow any system prompts for permissions to ensure the tool can communicate with both Apple Music and Discord.
- Open Discord, go to User Settings > Game Activity, and enable Display currently running game as a status message.
- Open the Apple Music app and start playing your music.
- After starting the music, return to Discord. Your profile should now display song details, including the song name, artist, and album.
- Depending on the version of AMWin-RP you're using, you may have customization options to adjust the format and update frequency of the music info via the AMWin-RP settings file.
Part 2. How to Stream Apple Music to Discord with Spotify
If you want to play Apple Music on Discord but are missing the direct integration, there's a simple workaround using ViWizard Apple Music Converter. This tool lets you easily convert your Apple Music playlists into files that can be uploaded to Spotify, which is fully supported by Discord.
Once you've converted your Apple Music tracks to compatible files, you can upload them to the Spotify desktop app. This allows you to stream the music on Discord and share your listening activity with friends - providing a seamless experience without the need for a full setup like Rich Presence. By using ViWizard, you can retain lossless audio quality and metadata during the conversion process, ensuring your music collection stays intact.
Key Features of ViWizard Audio Converter
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- Convert songs, albums, and playlists from Apple Music to MP3
- Remove DRM protection from Apple Music, iTunes, and Audible
- Save the converted audios with the original quality and ID3 tags
- Support the conversion of up to 100 audio formats to others
Step 1Getting Started with ViWizard Apple Music Converter
- Launch ViWizard Apple Music Converter on your computer.
- Click the Add Files button at the top of the interface to import the Apple Music songs you've downloaded. Alternatively, drag and drop the files directly into ViWizard's window.
- In the Format panel, choose MP3 as the output format. This ensures compatibility with both Spotify and Discord, and MP3 is widely supported.
- After selecting MP3, click the Convert button. The conversion will happen faster than playback speed, so it won't take long.
- Once the conversion is complete, click the Converted button to locate your newly converted MP3 files.
Step 2Uploading Converted Music to Spotify
Now that your Apple Music tracks are converted to MP3, you can upload them to Spotify:
- Launch the Spotify desktop app on your computer.
- Click your profile icon in Spotify, then select Settings from the menu.
- Scroll down to the Show songs from section, then click Add a source. Choose the folder where you saved your converted Apple Music files. Spotify will scan and import these tracks.
- Once the import is complete, check your Spotify library. You should now see your Apple Music tracks in the Local Files playlist alongside your Spotify music.
- Right-click a song and select Add to Playlist to create a new Apple Music playlist or add it to an existing one.
- In the side menu, locate the playlist you want to share on Discord. Right-click it and select Make Public if it's not already set to public.
- Right-click the playlist again and choose Share > Copy link to playlist.
Read More: Best Ways to Transfer iTunes Playlists to Spotify (Step-by-Step)
Step 3Streaming Your Music on Discord
With your music uploaded to Spotify, it's time to stream it on Discord:
- Launch Discord on your computer.
- Open a server where you want to share the music.
- Type
-play
in the chat to start music playback. - Paste the Spotify playlist link you copied earlier into the chat and press Enter to share it.
- Click on the gear icon (User Settings) at the bottom left of Discord.
- Under App Settings, select Connections.
- Find the Spotify icon, click on it, and follow the prompts to log in and authorize the connection with Discord.
- Once connected, go back to Connections and toggle on Display on profile and Display Spotify as your status (or both) to let your friends see what you're listening to.
- Start playing the converted Apple Music track in Spotify.
- Open your Discord profile to check if the currently playing Spotify song is displayed as your status or activity.
Part 3. How to Share Apple Music on Discord with Nitro
Discord has transformed from a gaming hub into a versatile platform for connecting with friends, family, and colleagues. If you're eager to share your Apple Music on Discord, you're in luck! Discord allows you to upload audio files as you chat. All you need are your Apple Music audio files, and you can upload them to a Discord channel or a friend's inbox.
However, there's a file size limit of 8MB for Discord's free users. To share larger Apple Music files, you'll need Discord Nitro, available at $9.99 per month or $99.99 per year. With Nitro, you can upload and enjoy your downloaded Apple Music tracks within the Discord app on Windows or Mac. Make sure you subscribe to Discord Nitro.
If you have your Apple Music audio files ready to go, sharing them on Discord is easy with Discord Nitro.
For Windows and Mac:
- Ensure your Apple Music audio files are ready for sharing.
- Launch the Discord app on your Windows or Mac computer.
- Go to the Discord channel where you want to share your audio file or select a friend's box.
- In the chat box, click the "+" button located on the left-hand side.
- Select "Upload a File" from the menu that appears.
- Locate and select the desired Apple Music audio file you wish to share on Discord. If you'd like, add a message to accompany the file.
- Finally, press Enter to send the Apple Music audio file to the Discord channel or inbox.
Alternatively, you can use the drag-and-drop method:
Locate the Apple Music audio file in its storage location on your computer. Simply drag it and drop it into the message box within Discord.
Additionally, we'll provide separate steps for iPhone and Android users. Make sure you transfer your Apple Music tracks to your device.
For iPhone:
- If you use the Discord app on your iPhone, you'll need to compress the Apple Music files beforehand.
- On your iPhone, launch the Files app and locate the audio file you want to upload to Discord.
- To compress the file, tap and hold it until you see the "Compress" option in the menu. Select it.
- Once the file is compressed, you'll see a .zip file version of it.
- Tap and hold the .zip file, then select "Share."
- Select the Discord server and channel where you want to share the .zip file. You can also add a text message in the text field before sending it.
- Tap "Post" to share the .zip file with your selected Discord channel. You'll now be able to see the audio clip in the shared channel.
For Android:
- Open Files or File Manager App.
- On your Android phone, open the Files or File Manager app.
- Find the audio file you wish to share by navigating through folders or using the Search tool.
- Once you find the desired audio file, tap and hold on the file icon until you see the "Share" option in the menu.
- From the list of available apps, scroll to Discord and select it.
- Choose a Discord channel or a friend's inbox where you want to share your selected Apple Music audio file.
- Click "OK" or "Done" to confirm and send the audio file to Discord.
Conclusion
Although Discord hasn't got access to Apple Music, you still can find a way which is good enough to show Apple Music on Discord. Just convert Apple Music songs with ViWizard Apple Music Converter and play them on Discord by using the uploading feature.
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