Can I transfer purchases between accounts?

I want my sister to get a new iTunes account, can I transfer purchases between accounts so that she can keep her stuff?

You can't currently transfer purchases between accounts as Apple haven't added that ability.  As long as the old account remains authorised on the computer that they sync to then they should be able to continue using that music, and it will remain on their phones.
If they do create their own accounts then if they turn on automatic downloads or re-download past purchases for an account then they risk tying the phone (or computer if that is where they do it) to that account for 90 days : http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4627

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    I really didn't know which discussion I should put this in, because your apple ID is used for all your devices, but this is my problem:
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    Yes your libraries might use different Apple ID's for iTunes, but if you both use the same ID (either both use yours or both use hers) for homesharing (File > Homesharing), the Apple TV will be able to see both of your libraries without any logging in or out.

  • Can i transfer purchases between apple ID's?

    well, i used to have an apple ID (2 years ago) and i purchased lots of apps from it, (about $70 worth of apps), but now, the credit card of it has expired and i have a new ID, and want to recover my apps, but authorize them from the new account, is that possible? (i still have the password and ID of the old account)
    and the old account is not registered in my name and the card isnt even mine..

    No, Apple will not transfer apps between Apple ID accounts. So if the old account in actuality was not yours, then the copies of the apps were not yours legally. To continue with the apps you would need to buy the licenses to use them in your name with your own account and bank card.

  • Can you transfer apps between accounts?

    the title says the question

    Apps are permanently tied to the account they are purchased with.
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  • HT2736 Can I transfer funds between accounts?

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  • HT1420 How can I transfer purchases to another Apple ID account?

    I made an Apple ID trough iCloud and my family had another Apple ID that they use for purchases but i wanted to transfer apps that i bought from the other account so that they can be on my account now so that i can update them. Is there any way that i can do this? cause i dont want to go through all the trouble to re-download every app that i have.

    As of the moment, transferring purchases between accounts is not an option. I suggest sending a feedback to Apple to improve their services.
    http://www.apple.com/feedback/itunesapp.html

  • Can I transfer purchases from one itunes account to another, if so how

    Can I transfer purchases from one itunes account to another, if so how

    This forum is for questions from those managing sites on iTunes U, Apple's service for colleges and universities to post educational material in the iTunes Store. You'll be most likely to get help with this issue if you ask in the general iTunes forums.
    Answering quickly, though, if you mean you want to transfer a purchase from one iTunes Store account to another, you cannot.
    Regards.

  • I have a iPhone and iPad on one iTunes account, I have recently bought two further I touches fir the kids , should I set them up with their own apple ids and the can I transfer purchases through all devices

    I have a iPhone and iPad on one iTunes account, I have recently bought two further I touches fir the kids , should I set them up with their own apple ids and the can I transfer purchases through all devices,

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    2) connect both your devices(one after each other) and make a backup. !!!Dont press the Sync button, press the Back Up Now Button
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    4) Then Sync your devices... The first time it might be, that there are some additional apps loaded to your devices you dont want to.. delete them on your Device (not iTunes) and after that you should be good every time you sync again.
    5) now you can empty your trash on your mac.
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    - You should regularly connect your devices with iTunes to make sure they are backed up. (Even if you have activated iCloud backup, the iTunes backup is more proper i.e.. Apps)
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  • Can you transfer files between two user accounts on the same macbook pro?

    Can you transfer files between two user accounts on the same MacBook Pro?
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    I'd like to consolidate all my files on the one user account and delete the other one.
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    you can crop files from one account to another using the Public Dropbox which every user account has.  Log into the user that has the files you want to move, then drag the folder you want to the new users' dropbox:
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  • HT1386 how can I transfer purchased apps from itunes account to old iphone

    how can I transfer purchased apps from itunes account to old iphone?

    You can sync them under apps on iTunes if they are in your iTunes library.
    you can go into the App store on the device, tap on "updates" and then "purchases" download the apps you want.

  • Can I transfer purchases from one apple id to another?

    I have been using my apple id for both mine and my daughter's purchases, but now I want to separate hers into her own apple id. Can I transfer purchases?

    No, that's not possible unless Apple is willing to assist. You would need to open iTunes and click on the Accounts link under Quick Links then contact Apple about your question. Also see,
    Apple Store Customer Service at 1-800-676-2775 or visit online Help for more information.
    For iTunes: Apple Support for iTunes - Contact Us

  • Can I transfer photos between users on same macbook?

    Can I transfer photos between users on same macbook? I've exported them out of iPhoto into a folder on desktop. Would like to move them into other User account on same laptop.

    I did figure this out eventually and am going to record it here so later, when i ultimately forget the twists and turns I took to make this happen, I'll be able to come back and see....For me it was not as simple as John (above) offered...First: Export photos from iPhoto into folder on desktop. Click on the folder and select from the top left corner File - Check info- click the box beside shared folder- scroll down to Sharing & Permission and make sure the other user acccount is added to who can read & write.
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  • I am concerned about the health of my current computer but have not yet made the commitment to a new one, but: 1) How can I transfer my iTunes account to a new computer when I get one... and 2) What can I do if my current computer suddenly implodes and I

    I am a bit of a computer/Internet/iTunes dummy....
    I am concerned about the health of my current computer but have not yet made the commitment to a new one, but:
    1) How can I transfer my iTunes account to a new computer when I get one...
    and
    2) What can I do if my current computer suddenly implodes and I have not yet 'copied/'saved'/otherwise protected my account, as is? -- I have already had my computer crash once and had one of your people help me restore all of the paid for songs (none of the uploaded from my own collection of CD songs, of course, so I had to spend a long time rebuilding that) -- and I believe I was told you could only help me recover that material one or two times altogether, no?
    WithOUT purchasing a Mach or iCloud (I actually think I have one of the later, but rarely have checked it) account, is there anything I can do to responsibly protect my account?
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    Method 1
    Backup the library with this User Tip.
    Deauthorize the old computer if you no longer want to access protected content on it.
    Restore the backup to your new computer using the same tool used to back it up.
    Keep your backup up-to-date in future.
    Method 2
    Connect the two computers to the same network. Share your <User's Music> folder from the old computer and copy the entire iTunes library folder into the <User's Music> folder on the new one. Again, deauthorize the old computer if no longer required.
    Both methods should give the new computer a working clone of the library that was on the old one. As far as iTunes is concerned this is still the "home" library for your devices so you shouldn't have any issues with iTunes wanting to erase and reload.
    I'd recommend method 1 since it establishes an ongoing backup for your library.
    Note if you have iOS devices and haven't moved your contacts and calendar items across then you should create one dummy entry of each in your new profile and iTunes should  merge the existing data from the device.
    If your media folder has been split out from the main iTunes folder you may need to do some preparatory work to make it easier to move. See make a split library portable.
    Should you be in the unfortunate position where you are no longer able to access your original library or a backup then then see Recover your iTunes library from your iPod or iOS device for advice on how to set up your devices with a new library with the maximum preservation of data.
    tt2

  • Can't transfer purchased music from iTunes to iPod

    When I try to transfer purchased music from my Itunes music folder to my iPod, I get the following error message: "Some of the iTunes Store files in the iTunes library were not copied to the iPod because the iPod may only contain content from five iTunes Store accounts."
    What I have done to try to address the problem: I have downloaded the latest version of iTunes, (it was only after this download, actually, that I began to have the problem) read the help article entitled "Some songs in iTunes won't copy to iPod", de-authorized and then re-authorized the computer (didn't work) and gone through my iPod to delete any songs that were on burned cds given to me by friends, which potentially originated from other iTunes accounts.
    Perhaps I have overlooked something, but my iPod is only registered on three computers, and I am unable to transfer my purchased music to my iPod. Interestingly, I had no problem transfering my purchased songs onto my iPod before upgrading to the latest version of iTunes last month. It has only been since the upgrade that I can no longer transfer purchases. I subscribe to several podcasts through National Public Radio (free)-- could this be a factor?
    Please help. I still have 19 GB of free space and if I can't transfer purchases, then it's kind of a waste of space. Thanks so much for your time~

    Greetings from Mancunia.
    I am having a similar problem. After years of trouble free use, my 'pod is now giving me trouble, well the new iTunes software is, anyway. See here : http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=255305&tstart=0
    Why can't I add my new downloaded tunes to my pod? ARRRRGH!
    help me!
    CHEERS
    mackers

  • I no longer have access to my old email for my old apple ID, I made a new apple ID with a new email. Can I transfer purchases?

    I no longer have access to my old email for my old apple ID, I made a new apple ID with a new email. Can I transfer purchases?

    kyrenamackay wrote:
    I no longer have access to my old email for my old apple ID
    You dont need access to yoru old email address.
    Go here -> https://appleid.apple.com
    and update yoru old account.
    I made a new apple ID with a new email.
    Can I transfer purchases?
    No.
    There's really no need to create a new AppleID as this will simply cause problems with multiple accounts.
    Just update your old account with new info.

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