How to Transfer Music from iPod to Computer Windows 10

"I have a bunch of songs on my iPod Touch and I'm trying to transfer music to a new computer (Windows 10). How can I do it?"


iPod is worldwide popular because of its tiny size and high-quality design. I dare say that there is no better Apple device for listening to music than the iPod.


As for how to transfer music from iPod to computer Windows 10, solving this problem is really a piece of cake. You can do it easily, as long as you follow the effective methods step by step.


So, here this article provides 3 ways to help you copy songs from your iPod to PC window 10.

Way 1. Copy iPod Music to Computer Windows 10 Directly

Way 2. Move Songs from iPod to PC Win 10 Using Dropbox

Way 3. Transfer Music from iPod to Computer Windows 10 Easily

Way 4. Sync Music from iPod Touch to PC with iTunes

Way 1. Copy iPod Music to Computer Windows 10 Directly

Is there an easy way to get music off iPod Touch onto Windows 10 computer for free? of course! Not only does it require no software to install but it's also free. Now let's take a look.


Step 1. Connect iPod to your computer via a USB cable

First, you need to physically connect the device to your computer with USB. Then, if the iPod prompts you the trust request, select "Yes". How to check if successfully connected? Go to "Computer" and see if MY IPOD appears. Then double-click to open it.

connect ipod to computer windows 10 with usb


Tip: We tested the Windows 10 computer, so all the steps and screenshots below show the corresponding scenes. However, likewise, you can also similarly copy and move songs to your Mac.


Step 2. Find the iPod Touch folder on computer

To find the iPod folder in the Windows file browser, and on the top click "View" > Check the box of "Hidden items". After that, double-click on "iPod _Control" folder and then "Music"

show hidden items in ipad control folder


click music and move songs to another folder on pc


Step 3. Transfer the tracks to your computer Win 10

Copy iPod music to another local folder on PC



Way 2. Move Songs from iPod to PC Win 10 Using Dropbox

In addition, using free Dropbox to transfer songs from iPod to computer is also a convenient option, although you will need to first install Dropbox on your iPod Touch and your computer. Some detailed steps are given below.


Step 1. Launch Dropbox on your iPod and log in to your account. If this is your first time using this app, you will need to register an account by clicking on "I don't have an account".


Step 2. Upload the songs to the Dropbox folder on your iPod Touch.


Step 3. Run Dropbox on your computer and then go to the Dropbox folder. For example: Computer > C > Users > Your Name > Dropbox > My Data


Step 4. Open the Music folder and select the songs that you want to move to your computer Windows 10. And then transfer music from iPod Touch to computer Windows 10.

move songs from ipod to pc win 10 using dropbox

Additionally, you also can move other files like documents, videos, and pictures.



Way 3. Transfer Music from iPod to Computer Windows 10 Easily

Have you heard of the FoneCope Phone Manager before? Its Transfer (iOS) provides excellent iPod media transfer services.


What surprises us is that in addition to transferring songs and playlists, you can also use it to move pictures and videos back and forth between Apple devices and the computer.


For example:

Transfer videos from iPad to PC

Transfer Music from Computer to iPhone


Further, it supports almost all models iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch.


download on Win    download on Mac


Can't wait to see how to move music from iPod to PC computer? Let's have a look.


Step 1. Install Fone Toolkit on your computer Windows 10 and launch it. Choose Transfer.

home toolkit options


Step 2. Plug your iPod to a USB port of your computer via a USB cable. After connected, you will see your device information on the PC screen.

plug ipod to your computer


Step 3. Choose Music and Export to PC

On top of the interface, you will see Home, Music, Videos, Podcasts, Information, Apps, and Explorer. Please choose Music and check all the music files you want to transfer. Next, click on Export and then Export to PC.

click on music and then export to pc


Step 4. Choose a folder to save your songs

Confirm where you want to store your music files and complete the transfer.


Note: In case you want to copy the entire playlist to your computer, you can click on the playlist in your iPod.

copy entire ipod playlist to computer windows 10


download on Win    download on Mac


Everything is done. You have successfully transferred music from your iPod to your PC Win 10.



Way 4. Sync Music from iPod Touch to PC with iTunes

Sync music to iTunes library is good for backup. However, if you delete songs on iPod Touch, music will also disappear on iTunes.


Step 1. Launch iTunes and use a lightning cable to plug your iPod to your computer.


Step 2. Click the iPod device icon that lies on the upper left in iTunes.


Step 3. Go to "Settings" on the left and click on Music


Step 4. Select the checkbox next to Sync Music.

sync ipod music to itunes on windows 10


Cancel "Include videos" and "Include voice memos" if you would not like to sync them.


Note: iTunes may prompt you a message "Erase and Sync". If you click it, all data on your iPod will be erased and replaced with content from iTunes on your PC.


Video Tutorial


The Bottom Line

This are all the ways to transfer music from your iPod Touch to your computer. Hope this helps you know more and carry out. Just do it! They are simple!


If you have any problems or feel that this article is useful, please let us know at the bottom of this page.


Last Updated: October 23, 2019

Author: Daniel Lee  /     

Editor of FoneCope, does great in fixing Android and Apple device related problems, writing technical tips step by step.


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