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basic question about authorizations, computers

I'm reviewing different aspects of my iTunes / Apple Music account.

I see that one can authorize up to five computers - the term "computer" refers to a desktop or a laptop, right?

And also that one can authorize a certain number of "devices" - that means an iPad or a phone, correct?

does anyone know how many devices can be authorized on a basic single-user account?

also, does anyone know if an apple TV counts as a computer or a device?

and furthermore, how many more computers & devices are permitted on a family account?

Lastly, also I'm trying to figure out how to authorize iTunes on my girlfriend's Apple TV.  The problem with that is that I am afraid that ITunes will send a verification code to my desktop - which is about 20 miles away!  Does anyone have any idea how to deal with that?

Questions!  Questions!

thanks and apologies for all these questions!

W

Hi, you can get up to 5 on an account. See details below and how to authorise or remove a computer (other devices don't need an authorisation):

Authorize your computer in iTunes - Apple Support

Authorization vs. association

Up to 5 computers can be simultaneously authorized for each Apple ID. There is no direct record of which machines are authorized. It is up to you to keep track. iPods & iOS devices are limited to DRM protected content from up to 5 different accounts. There is no limit to the number of devices that you can load up with content using iTunes. You can deauthorize computers that you no longer wish to use to access protected content so that you can authorize others. You either do this on the specific machine or deauthorize all and then reauthorize as needed. Having used deathorize all you cannot use it again for a year, though Apple Support may be able to perform a reset if you can explain why you need to use the feature again before it becomes available to you. Reinstalling Windows without deauthorizing first will use up an authorization.

HT201251: Authorize your computer in iTunes - Apple Support

A mix of up to 10 computers and iOS devices (no more than 5 computers) can be associated with your Apple ID for iTunes Match/Apple Music, automatic downloads, or redownloads of past purchases. There is a 90 day limit before a computer or device can be switched to another ID or the association removed. The list of associated devices is the one you can see within your account details in iTunes. You associate a device or computer by using certain features, typically downloading past purchases. You don't necessarily need to associate a computer or device with your Apple ID to use it with your content.

HT204074: View and remove associated devices in iTunes - Apple Support

You can happily remove any and all associations that are not within the 90 day limit. Those that you actually use will be recreated as and when you make use of a service that triggers association.

Apple TV is not subject to authorization or association, however if you have two-factor authentication enabled you might need to authenticate when signing into your Apple ID on your girlfriend's Apple TV. See Two-factor authentication for Apple ID - Apple Support. You should be able to send a code to your mobile device.

Family sharing allows members within a family group to share purchases. An Apple Music Family Share allows members to share an Apple Music subscription. Neither allows for more computers or devices to be authorized or associated with each individual account.

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