If there are some music tracks on your computer you’d like to listen to on your iPhone 8, just head to this guide to know how to transfer music from computer to iPhone 8 in four effective ways.
How do I get Music from my computer to my iPhone?
I have many CDs purchased over these years on my computer, and I want to add them to my iPhone 8. Is there any way out? Any suggestions would be appreciated.
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Do you have music tracks on your computer whether from CDs, downloads, or USB, that you’d like to listen to on your iPhone 8 or 8 Plus? If so, you’re in the right place.
This guide covers four effective methods to transfer music from CD/USB to iPhone. These solutions also work with newer iPhone models like the iPhone 17.
iTunes lets you sync music from your computer to your iPhone, but it has limitations.
⚠️ If you want to avoid potential data loss, skip to Way 2 for a safer alternative.
Step 1. Install the latest iTunes > Connect iPhone via USB
Step 2. Click the phone icon > Go to Summary > Uncheck "Automatically sync when this iPhone is connected" > Check "Manually manage music and videos" > Click Apply.
Step 3. Click File > Select Add File to Library > Choose the music files you want to transfer.
Step 1. Go to Music > Check Sync Music > Choose Entire music library or Selected playlists.
Step 2. Click Apply to sync music to iPhone.
FoneTool is a free desktop tool that lets you transfer music from PC to iPhone without iTunes. It's simpler and safer than iTunes — no data loss, no Apple ID restrictions.
What FoneTool differs from iTunes
✅ No data loss - Transfer selected songs without erasing existing music
✅No Apple ID limits - Move files between different Apple IDs freely
✅ Simple operation - User-friendly interface, few clicks needed
✅ Fast transfer speed - 10 minutes for 1,000 songs with stable USB connection
Step 1. Download FoneTool > Connect iPhone via USB > Launch app > Go to Phone Transfer > Select PC to iPhone > Click Start Transfer.
Step 2. Click the folder icon > Select songs or drag & drop files into the window.
Step 3. Make sure you add all wanted songs > Click Start Transfer.
For a wireless solution, use cloud storage like Dropbox. Note: Dropbox offers only 2GB of free storage.
• On your computer: Visit Dropbox.com > Sign in > Upload your music files.
• On your iPhone 8: Open Dropbox app > Sign in > Find songs > Download for offline listening.
For a few songs, email them to yourself as attachments — simple and no apps required.
• On your computer: Open email client > Attach music files > Send to yourself.
• On your iPhone 8:
Step 1. Open Mail app > Tap each attachment to load it.
Step 2. Close music player > Tap Share > Choose Open with [Music App] to save.
These four methods give you flexible options to transfer music from computer to iPhone 8/8 Plus, with or without iTunes. For the safest, easiest experience — especially if you want to add select songs without data loss — we recommend FoneTool.
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Yes , use cloud services like Dropbox, Google Drive, or iCloud Drive to upload from one device and download to another.
iPhone supports MP3, AAC, ALAC, WAV, and AIFF formats. Most common formats will play without issues.
If you sync a new music library, it may replace existing content. Always back up or use selective transfer tools like FoneTool.
Yes , most email providers limit attachments to 25MB. For larger files, use cloud storage or direct transfer tools.