HT2534 I have followed these instructions and yet I get a message stating "not connected to the itunes store".

How else can I set up an itunes account without using a credit card? I saw a post somewhere that said we had to set it up with a credit card, buy a free app, then go into settings and edit the information removing the credit card. Is this really the only way that will work?

Thanks! I just got off the phone with apple support, and basically the new apple id account was set-up incorrectly. So I had to access iTunes on my computer, enter a credit card into my account (because a none option isn't given). Then I purchased a free app on my iPad. After it installed, I had to go back to my computer and access my iTunes account again and edit the credit card information to the none option now given. I was not able to do this throught the device itself.
The second option you gave is the answer he also provided if I had not created the apple id in the first place. I will be sure to share that info.
Thanks for your help!

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I get an error message with code (-3212) . I do have internet access, using windows 7.

Hey qkslvr01,
Thanks for the question. I understand you are experiencing issues with connecting to the iTunes Store. The following articles may help to resolve your issue:
Can't connect to the iTunes Store
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1368
iTunes: Advanced iTunes Store troubleshooting
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3297
"Error 3000" through "3999"
Alerts with codes in the 3000 range generally mean that iTunes cannot contact the gs.apple.com server on ports 80 or 443. This may be because out-of-date or incorrectly configured security or firewall software is interfering, or due to your Internet proxy settings. If you are using a proxy, try removing the proxy settings, or using a known-good network. If that does not resolve the issue, follow iTunes for Windows: Troubleshooting security software issues.
Thanks,
Matt M.

Why i see this massegae? (iTunes could not connect to the iTunes store. You do not have enough access privileges for this operation. Make sure your connection is active and try again.)

why i see this massegae? (iTunes could not connect to the iTunes store. You do not have enough access privileges for this operation. Make sure your connection is active and try again.)

Hey there Hannuj,
It sounds like you are unable to access the iTunes Store in the iTunes application. Based on the error message I would try the steps in the article here named:
iTunes for Windows: iTunes Store connection troubleshooting
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1527
Remove pop-up blockers
Some pop-up or ad-blocking programs may interfere with the ability of iTunes to connect to the iTunes Store. Removing them in many cases will resolve the issue.
Flush DNS Setting in Windows
In some cases, the DNS information you computer uses to connect to the Internet needs to be reset. Follow these instructions to flush your Windows DNS information:
Windows XP
On the Start menu, click Run.
In the Open field type cmd and click OK.
In the resulting window, type ipconfig /flushdns and press Return on the keyboard.
You should see a message that the DNS Resolver Cache has been successfully flushed.
Windows Vista and Windows 7
On the Start menu, point to All Programs > Accessories and then right-click Command Prompt and chooseRun as Administrator from the shortcut menu. If Windows needs your permission to continue, clickContinue.
In the resulting window, type ipconfig /flushdns and press Return on the keyboard.
You should see a message that the DNS Resolver Cache has been successfully flushed.
Note: If, in the command prompt, you see this message: "The requested operation requires elevation", close the command prompt and repeat steps 1 and 2 above to be sure that Administrator privileges are used to access to Command Prompt.
See the following articles for additional troubleshooting information on connecting to the iTunes Store:
Can't connect to the iTunes Store.
iTunes for Windows: Network Connectivity Tests
Thank you for using Apple Support Communities.
Regards,
Sterling

I am running Windows 7 (64bit) , and an error message appears following a recent update to iTunes v 11.1.2: "iTunes could not connect to the iTunes store. An unknown error occured (-3212). Make sure your network connection is active and try again." help!

I am running Windows 7 (64bit) , and an error message appears following a recent update to iTunes v 11.1.2: "iTunes could not connect to the iTunes store. An unknown error occured (-3212). Make sure your network connection is active and try again." I have dug a little bit into possible problems but haven't found a solution yet, one note is that the network connection is OK. A response would be highly appreciated! Thanks in advance.

Hi c1r1g1,
If you are having an issue connecting to the iTunes Store, you may find the following article helpful:
Apple Support: Can't connect to the iTunes Store
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts1368
Regards,
- Brenden

Using a Mac, OSX 10.6.8; My internet connection is working properly, yet I get the following message in iTunes: "iTunes could not connect to the iTunes store. An unkown error occurred (-54)."

Using a Mac, OSX 10.6.8; My internet connection is working properly, I can reach all sites via browser, yet I get the following message in iTunes: "iTunes could not connect to the iTunes store. An unkown error occurred (-54)."

I have the same issue with almost exactly the same environment...
iPhone4S (32GB) running iOS5.0
Windows 7 Enterprise
iTunes 10.5.2.11
iPhone has been set up to wirelessly sync when on charge yet I get this error when the iPhone is not even charging!
I work for a mobile network operator and although this isn't something we support anyway, we would usually stumble across something like this when customers call us for advice prior to contacting the manufacturer for support, yet this hasn't been a call driver so I'd imagine this is isolated... (either that or not many people have updated their device and set up the wireless sync lol)...
Hey Apple! Any ideas? :-)

When trying to connect to the itunes store on my MacBook Pro, I get the following error message: "iTunes could not connect to the iTunes Store. An unknown error occurred (-54) Make sure your network connection is active and try again."

When trying to connect to the itunes store on my MacBook Pro, I get the following error message: "iTunes could not connect to the iTunes Store. An unknown error occurred (-54) Make sure your network connection is active and try again."

I've had the same problem for a month and yet I still cant get iTunes to work, I've heard different solutions but none have worked for me
This may or may not work for you but its worth a try even though it didnt seem to work for me, Good Luck!
Control Panel
Internet Options
Connections Tab
Click LAN Settings
Uncheck "Use A Proxy Server"

TS1368 I can not connect to the ITunes store. I have updated my apple ID and made sure that everything is set correctly. However, I can not purchase or update any apps no matter what I do. My partner has the same phone and hers works perfectly. I'm not su

I can not connect to the ITunes store. I have updated my apple ID and made sure that everything is set correctly. However, I can not purchase or update any apps no matter what I do. My partner has the same phone and hers works perfectly. I'm not sure how to sort this out. Please help
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Andy

I've been having this problem for weeks and have found no solution to it. There are lots of other people with this issue too if you look back on the boards. I even e-mailed AND called Apple and have had no luck. I tried all the suggestions they gave me and all the ones I found on here- nothing worked. I even uninstalled and re-installed iTunes (boy was that a pain!) and no difference.
The weird part is that I have an old laptop that works and if I buy music with the laptop I can download it with my regular computer buy buying does not work on my regular computer. That tells me it's not a connection issue. I can't get to my account either.
I can't figure out why an issue that has kept so many people from purchasing a product has been ignored!

My IPOD and Macbook Pro both will not connect to the Itunes store through Itunes says no internet connection, but I can connect through safari and I have a internet connection

My IPOD and Macbook Pro both will not connect to the Itunes store through Itunes says no internet connection, but I can connect through safari and I have a internet connection

As I mentioned above, I am not very tech savvy so I have no idea why a wireless protocol would be showing up there, I'm just listing everything I see in hopes that someone might know something I can try. This is why I am asking for help here - I'm not sure what has happened that has made me unable to connect, especially since it seemingly occured while nobody was using the computer.
I guess I should clarify that I'm not a total hillbilly- normally my firewall is set to 'on', but I set it to 'off' to try and troubleshoot the issues here as I was told that sometimes it can interfere with the computer's ability to connect to the internet. If this is not the case and firewall does not affect anything, I will turn it back on while I try to fix this.
I have tried the method you mentioned above a few times - I actually contacted my ISP earlier this week and they recommended resetting the router like that. They didn't mention any known network issues.

I have never been able to connect to the itunes store. It always says"itunes could not connect to the itunes store. An unknown error occurred.(306) So what does this mean and how can I fix it?

I have never been able to connect to the itunes store. It always says"itunes could not connect to the itunes store. An unknown error occurred.(306) " So what does this mean and how can I fix it?

Hello zabetnz
Start with the article below to get access to the iTunes Store. If it does not work, then there are some links towards the bottom of the article for additional troubleshooting.
Can't connect to the iTunes Store
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts1368
Regards,
-Norm G.

TS1368 I have tried uninstalling and re-installing and my pc still will not connect with the iTunes Store. I have tried just about every suggestion on the web to no avail, please help.

I have tried uninstalling and re-installing iTunes and my pc still will not connect with the iTunes Store. I have tried just about every suggestion on the web to no avail, please help.

When I click on the store it just never opens, I do not receive any message. I try to "refresh the page" and nothing. While having the store selected I go to "help" and check for updates and i get a message; "The iTunes updatte server could not be contacted" and it prompts me to check my internet connection which is fine. None of the items under the "Store" respond with anything.
I ran a iTunes Diagnostics/ Under "Which Tests do you want to run" I check only "Network Connections" and the results that I receive is...
Network connectivity:
     Network interfaces, verified
iTunes Store connectivity:
     Internet connection, verified
     Secure link to iTunes Store, FAILED
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Hello, i just downloaded itunes on my acer laptop and its been giving me problems everytime i try to get on to the itunes store.. it gives me a message saying "itunes could not connect to the itunes store. an unknown error occurred. (310).plz help me out.

hello, i just downloaded itunes on my acer laptop and its been giving me problems everytime i try to get on to the itunes store.. it gives me a message saying "itunes could not connect to the itunes store. an unknown error occurred. (310).plz help me out. i do have the internet on but it keeps giving me the same problems .. thanks..

Hi Young Prada,
If you are having issues connecting to the iTunes Store, you may find the following article helpful:
Apple Support: Can't connect to the iTunes Store
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts1368
Regards,
- Brenden

TS1717 Hi, my iTunes application is not connecting to the iTunes store. It is coming up with the following error message "we could not complete your itune store request. An unknown error occured (11222)" Can you please assist?

Hi, my iTunes application is not connecting to the iTunes store. It is coming up with the following error message "we could not complete your itune store request. An unknown error occured (11222)" Can you please assist?

Hi Laura-Wedders,
Thanks for visiting Apple Support Communities.
On August 7th, some users may have been unable to make purchases from the App Store, iTunes Store, Mac App Store, or iBookstore. Apple worked quickly to resolve these issues, however you may have experienced them.
To check the current status of these systems please see:
Apple - Support - System Status
http://www.apple.com/support/systemstatus/
If you are still experiencing issues, you may want to troubleshoot with the following articles:
Can't connect to the iTunes Store
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1368
iTunes: Advanced iTunes Store troubleshooting
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3297
All the best,
Jeremy

I just recently downloaded iTunes and whenever I try to access the store It says "iTunes could not connect to the iTunes Store. An unknown error occurred (0x80096004)

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I feel you pain i'm haveing the same problems here.
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