How to fix the Apple Music Family Sharing not working

Apple Music Family Sharing is a fantastic feature that allows you to share your music subscription with up to six family members. It's a convenient and cost-effective way to enjoy music together. However, like any technology, sometimes you may encounter issues with Apple Music Family Sharing not working as expected. Don't worry, we've got you covered! In this guide, we will walk you through some simple steps to resolve the Apple Music Family Sharing not working issue.

Sign out and sign back into Media & Purchases

One of the first steps to troubleshoot Apple Music Family Sharing is to sign out and sign back into the Media & Purchases section of your Apple ID settings. Here's how you can do it:

1. Go to your device's Settings and tap on your Apple ID profile at the top.

2. Scroll down and tap on "Media & Purchases."

3. Tap on "Sign Out" and confirm your choice.

4. Once signed out, tap on "Sign In" and enter your Apple ID and password.

5. This simple sign-out and sign-in process can often resolve minor glitches and refresh the Apple Music Family Sharing settings.

Change your Apple ID location

If signing out and signing back in didn't solve the problem, consider changing your Apple ID location. Sometimes, the Apple Music Family Sharing settings may not accurately reflect your current location, leading to issues. Here's how you can update your Apple ID location:

1. Go to your device's Settings and tap on your Apple ID profile at the top.

2. Scroll down and tap on "iTunes & App Store."

3. Tap on your Apple ID at the top of the screen.

4. Select "View Apple ID" and enter your Apple ID password if prompted.

5. Tap on "Country/Region" and update your location to match your current one.

6. After updating your location, log out of your account and then log back in.

Remove and re-add a family member

If the previous steps didn't resolve the issue, you can try removing a family member from the group and adding them back. This process can help refresh the sharing settings for that particular member. Follow these steps to remove and re-add a family member:

1. Go to your device's Settings and tap on your Apple ID profile at the top.

2. Scroll down and tap on "Family Sharing."

3. Tap on the family member you want to remove.

4. Tap on "Remove [Family Member's Name]" and confirm your choice.

5. After removing the member, tap on "Add Family Member" and follow the prompts to add them back.

6. This process can help reset the sharing settings for the removed family member.

Wait for a few days

If none of the above solutions work, it's advisable to wait for a few days. Sometimes, there might be a synchronization delay in updating sharing settings for newly added accounts within the family group. Apple's servers need time to process and update the information. Give it a few days, and the issue might resolve itself.

Manual sign-out and sign-in method (for immediate resolution)

To mitigate any synchronization delay, you can use a manual sign-out and sign-in method for immediate resolution. Follow these steps:

1. Sign out of Media & Purchases on all devices logged into the affected Apple ID.

2. Wait for a few minutes before signing back in on each device.

3. This prompts the system to recheck and synchronize the sharing settings for the newly added account.

4. After signing back in, check if the Apple Music Family Sharing is working properly.

By following these friendly steps, you should be able to resolve the Apple Music Family Sharing not working issue. Remember to try signing out and signing back in, changing your Apple ID location, removing and re-adding a family member, or waiting for a few days. If all else fails, use the manual sign-out and sign-in method to ensure immediate resolution. Enjoy your hassle-free Apple Music experience with your family!