Are you ready to unlock a world of music? If you're a Verizon customer, you might be eligible for a fantastic perk: Apple Music! This guide will walk you through the process, step by step, to get your tunes flowing.
The Ultimate Guide to Joining Apple Music Through Verizon
Apple Music offers an incredible library of over 100 million songs, ad-free listening, curated playlists, exclusive content, and more. And for many Verizon customers, this premium music experience can be either included with their plan or available as a discounted perk. Let's get you set up!
Step 1: Discover Your Eligibility – Is Apple Music Calling Your Name?
Before we dive into the nitty-gritty, let's confirm if your Verizon plan qualifies you for this amazing offer. Not all Verizon plans include Apple Music, but many do, especially the unlimited data plans.
First things first, what Verizon plan are you currently on? This is the most crucial piece of information. Plans like Unlimited Welcome, Unlimited Plus, and Unlimited Ultimate often include Apple Music perks, sometimes even the Family plan! Older plans like 5G Get More, Get More Unlimited, Beyond Unlimited, and Above Unlimited also frequently offer Apple Music for a promotional period.
Check your My Verizon account: The quickest and most accurate way to confirm your eligibility is directly through your Verizon account. You can do this via the My Verizon app on your smartphone or by logging into the My Verizon website on a computer.
My Verizon App: Open the app, sign in, and look for a section like "Services & Perks" or "Add-ons."
My Verizon Website: Log in to your account, navigate to "Services & Perks" or "Plan" to see available perks for your line.
If you find Apple Music listed as an available perk, congratulations! You're one step closer to your musical journey. If you don't see it, it might be worth checking if upgrading your plan to an eligible one makes financial sense for you, considering the added value of Apple Music.
Step 2: Activating Your Apple Music Perk – Let's Get This Party Started!
Once you've confirmed your eligibility, it's time to activate the perk. The process is straightforward, whether you prefer using the My Verizon app or the website.
Sub-heading 2.1: Activating via the My Verizon App (Recommended for Mobile Users)
Open the My Verizon App: Launch the app on your smartphone or tablet.
Sign In: If prompted, enter your Verizon mobile number or user ID and password. Account Owners or Account Managers are typically the ones who can add perks.
Navigate to Services & Perks:
Depending on your app version and plan, you'll generally find this under the "Mobile" or "Home" tab.
Look for "Shop services & perks" or "My services & perks."
Find Apple Music:
If no lines on your account currently have Apple Music, navigate to "Shop services & perks," then look for "Entertainment," and select "Apple Music." Tap "Get it now."
If Apple Music is already active on another line, go to "My services & perks," select "Apple Music," and then tap "Add" next to the desired line.
Select Your Line(s): If you have multiple lines, you might be asked to select "Just this line" or "Multiple lines." Choose the line(s) you want to add the Apple Music perk to and tap "Continue."
Review and Accept Terms: Carefully read the Terms & Conditions. Once you agree, check the box and tap "Continue" or "Confirm."
Confirmation and Link: You'll typically see a "Got it" message. A confirmation text message with a special activation link will be sent to the mobile number(s) you selected.
Sub-heading 2.2: Activating via the My Verizon Website (Great for Desktop Users)
Go to the My Verizon Website: Open your web browser and navigate to the Verizon website (verizon.com).
Sign In: Log in to your My Verizon account as the Account Owner or Manager.
Access Services & Perks:
From the "Account Overview" screen, select "Services & perks."
Alternatively, you might find it under the "Plan" section, then "Add perks."
Locate Apple Music:
If no lines have Apple Music, look for "Entertainment," then "Apple Music," and click "Get it now."
If Apple Music is already active on the account, go to "Manage services & perks," select "Apple Music," and then click "Add" below the desired line.
Choose Lines: Select "Just this line" or "Multiple lines" if prompted, then choose "Apple Music" for the desired line(s) and select "Continue."
Accept Terms: Check the box to accept the Terms & Conditions, then click "Confirm."
Receive Activation Link: If applicable, select the appropriate line(s) and click "Send." A download link or activation link will be sent directly to the device for the Apple Music app.
Important Note: Changes to your account might take up to 15 minutes to appear. Don't panic if it's not instantaneous!
Step 3: Connecting Your Apple ID and Diving into the Music!
This is the final, exciting step! After activating the perk on your Verizon account, you need to link it to your Apple ID. This is how Apple Music knows you have a valid subscription.
Open the Activation Link: Go to the text message you received from Verizon. Tap the unique link provided in the message. This link is crucial as it bridges your Verizon perk with your Apple ID.
Sign In with Your Apple ID: The link will typically redirect you to a page or directly to the Apple Music app, prompting you to sign in with your Apple ID.
If you already have an Apple ID: Simply enter your Apple ID (email address) and password.
If you don't have an Apple ID: You'll be guided through the process of creating one. It's quick and easy!
Confirm Subscription: Follow any on-screen prompts to confirm that you want to connect your Verizon Apple Music subscription to this Apple ID.
Download/Open Apple Music App: If you don't already have the Apple Music app on your device, you'll be prompted to download it from the App Store (for iOS) or Google Play Store (for Android). If you have it, it will open automatically.
Start Enjoying! Once connected, you should have full access to Apple Music's vast library. Explore, create playlists, listen to radio stations, and download your favorite tracks for offline listening!
Sub-heading 3.1: Special Considerations for Existing Apple Music Subscribers
If you already pay for an Apple Music subscription directly through Apple or another third party, here's what to do:
Cancel Your Existing Subscription: To avoid being double-billed, you must cancel your current Apple Music subscription before taking advantage of the Verizon offer. Your music library and playlists are typically saved for 90 days after cancellation, so you won't lose anything. You can usually cancel through your Apple ID Subscriptions settings (Settings > [your name] > Subscriptions > Apple Music).
Automatic Transition (sometimes): In some cases, once you activate the Verizon perk and sign in with your Apple ID, Apple Music might automatically recognize your new carrier-provided subscription. However, it's always best practice to manually cancel your old one to be safe.
Troubleshooting "Already Used" Message: If you get a message saying "This subscription is already being used with a different Apple ID," contact Apple Support. They can help unlink your Apple ID or resolve any conflicts.
Step 4: Setting Up Family Sharing (If Applicable)
If your Verizon plan includes an Apple Music Family perk, you can extend the joy to up to five other family members.
Enable Family Sharing on Your Apple ID:
On your iPhone or iPad, go to Settings > [Your Name] > Family Sharing.
Follow the prompts to set up Family Sharing, if you haven't already. This is where you invite other family members using their Apple IDs.
Ensure Family Members Accept Invitation: Each invited family member needs to accept the Family Sharing invitation on their own device.
Access Apple Music: Once Family Sharing is set up, each family member should be able to open the Apple Music app and enjoy the subscription under your Verizon perk. They might need to sign out and back into their Apple ID in the Apple Music app if it doesn't immediately recognize the shared subscription.
Pro Tip: Make sure everyone in your Family Sharing group has their own Apple ID. Sharing one Apple ID for music isn't recommended and can lead to issues.
Step 5: Enjoy Your Music!
You've done it! Now it's time to immerse yourself in the world of Apple Music. Explore new artists, revisit old favorites, create personalized playlists, and enjoy ad-free listening across all your compatible devices.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are 10 common "How to" questions related to joining Apple Music through Verizon, with quick answers:
How to check if my Verizon plan includes Apple Music?
You can check your eligibility by logging into the My Verizon app or My Verizon website and navigating to the "Services & Perks" or "Add-ons" section of your account.
How to activate Apple Music if I already have a paid subscription?
You should cancel your existing Apple Music subscription directly through Apple or your previous provider before activating the Verizon perk to avoid being double-billed. Your library is usually saved for 90 days.
How to get the Apple Music activation link from Verizon?
After you add the Apple Music perk via the My Verizon app or website, Verizon will send a text message with a unique activation link to the mobile number(s) you selected.
How to set up Apple Music Family plan through Verizon?
If your Verizon plan includes the Apple Music Family perk, first activate it for your line. Then, set up Family Sharing on your Apple ID (Settings > [Your Name] > Family Sharing) and invite up to five other family members.
How to resolve "subscription already used with different Apple ID" error?
This typically means your Apple ID is linked to another Apple Music subscription. Contact Apple Support to help unlink it and connect it to your Verizon perk.
How to download the Apple Music app?
For iPhone/iPad, open the App Store and search for "Apple Music." For Android, open the Google Play Store and search for "Apple Music."
How to listen to Apple Music offline?
Within the Apple Music app, you can download individual songs, albums, or playlists for offline listening. Simply tap the cloud icon with a downward arrow next to the content you wish to download.
How to cancel my Apple Music subscription through Verizon?
You can cancel the Apple Music perk directly through your My Verizon app or My Verizon website by going to "Services & Perks" and managing your subscriptions.
How to manage my Apple Music settings and preferences?
Once activated, most settings like audio quality, downloads, and notifications are managed directly within the Apple Music app on your device.
How to get support for Apple Music issues related to Verizon?
For issues related to billing or activating the perk, contact Verizon customer support. For issues with the Apple Music app itself or your Apple ID, contact Apple Support.