- Install went 'ok', but when itunes starts it asks me for a password. Entering the legitimate password for a valid account (tested on another PC and browser) then produces the well documented flashing empty 'password' box that repeat so fast it can cause seizures.
- Why do my Apple devices keep asking for my Apple ID password at random moments? You can forgive Apple for an abundance of caution with your Apple ID — the universal login to such services.
- Just had this issue. The trick to fixing it is to put in your apple id over the top of the one it prompts for. Do this for all of them (Copy your email address and paste it in, as it is far quicker). What is happening is itunes is trying to download some music that it seems to think is going on your phone.
You can choose how often you want to enter your password when you buy items (including in-app purchases) from the App Store and iTunes Store:
If you’ve authorised iTunes at some point - as OP had - then iTunes will occasionally need your password. If you deny it, it will keep asking for it because otherwise it can’t stay authorised. If you don’t want to provide a password, de-authorise and sign out.
- Always Require—Every time you make a purchase, you'll be asked to enter your password, even if you're signed in with your Apple ID.
- Require After 15 Minutes—If you entered your password within the last 15 minutes, you won't be asked to enter your password again.
If you don't want to enter a password when you download free items, follow the steps below and turn off password protection for free items.
Require a password on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
- Open the Settings app.
- Tap your name.
- Tap Media & Purchases.
- Tap the blue account icon at the top of the screen.
- Tap Password Settings, then choose the setting that you want.
If you don't see Password Settings, you have turned on Face ID or Touch ID for App Store and iTunes Purchases. To change this, go back to Settings, tap 'Face ID and Passcode' or 'Touch ID and Passcode', then turn off Face ID or Touch ID next to iTunes & App Store.
Require a password on your computer
Itunes Keeps Asking For Password Mac Download
- On your Mac, choose the Apple menu () at the top of your screen, then choose System Preferences.
- Click Apple ID.
- Click Media & Purchases.
- Select the settings that you want for free downloads and purchases. If you have Touch ID turned on for purchases, you won't see this menu.
If you're using an older version of macOS, open iTunes, choose iTunes > Preferences, then click the Store tab.
On a PC
If you're using a PC, open iTunes. From the top of the iTunes window, choose Edit, then choose Preferences. Click the Store tab. Then select the settings that you want for purchases and free downloads.
Macbook Keeps Asking For Itunes Password
Require a password on your Apple TV 4K or Apple TV HD
- From the Home screen, select Settings.
- Select Users and Accounts.
- Select [your name]'s Account.
- Under Require Password, choose the settings that you want for purchases and free downloads.
On your Apple TV (3rd generation)
Itunes Store Keeps Asking For Password On Mac
- From the Home screen, select Settings > iTunes Store > Sign In.
- Sign in with your Apple ID and password.
- After you click Submit, you'll see a screen that says 'Remember Password?' Select your preferred level of protection:
- Choose Yes if you want the Apple TV to remember your password for purchases as long as you're signed in with your Apple ID.
- Choose No if you want to enter your password each time that you make a purchase in the iTunes Store.
To change your password settings, sign out, then follow the steps above to sign in again.
About turning off password protection
You can't completely turn off password protection for paid items on your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or computer. On Apple TV, you can turn off password protection for both free and paid items.
If you enabled Touch ID or Face ID for App Store and iTunes Store purchases, you'll be asked to use Touch ID or Face ID for every download, even if the item is free.
Manage what kids buy or download
If you use Family Sharing, you can use Ask to Buy to control what kids buy. When a child asks to buy an item or download a free item, the family organizer can approve or decline the request.