How to download a song
The process of downloading a song or small sound clips over the Internet depends on the website or application you use to download the song. Each website, like Amazon.com, or application, like iTunes, uses its own utility and process for downloading a song. To proceed, select the service from which you want to download music, and then follow the instructions.
How to download an MP3
Some sites offer an MP3 download link similar to the example below. You can save the MP3 by right-clicking the link and choosing the option to Save link as, Save target as, or the Save linked content as a link. Once the file is saved, it appears in your downloads folder.
Most browsers opens the MP3 if you click the link. Although you're downloading the MP3 to listen to the file, it isn't stored in an easy to access location. If you right-click the file and save the link, you can choose where you want to save the MP3 file and open it with any media program capable of playing MP3 files.
In Google Chrome and Opera, click the link and in the player click the down arrow to download the file from the player.
How to download from Amazon.com
The Amazon.com website offers two options for downloading a song:
- Download to computer - download a song to the user's computer through a download utility, which is installed on the computer.
- Upload to Amazon Cloud account - uploads a song to the user's Amazon Cloud account, where the song can be accessed from any computer.
With either option, you must purchase the song first, then download to their computer or upload to their cloud account. Instructions for each option are provided on the Amazon.com website after the purchase is completed.
For additional help on Internet downloads, see: How to download an app, file, or program from the Internet.
How to download an iTunes song
Through the iTunes Store, a user can download a song to their computer or upload a song to their Apple iCloud account. If a song is downloaded to their computer, it can be added to an iPhone, iPad, or iPod. If a song is uploaded to an iCloud account, it can be accessed from any Apple device connecting to that iCloud account.
Once the song purchase is completed, instructions for downloading or uploading are provided in the iTunes Store.
For additional help on Internet downloads, see: How to download an app, file, or program from the Internet.
How to download Google Play Music
Any user who has a Google account (anyone with a Gmail address) can download music or save their collection to a service called Google Play Music. Once a song is uploaded or purchased, it can be accessed on any device that can run Google's services. These devices include desktop computers, laptop computers, Chromebooks, tablets, and smartphones.
Once you've signed in to Google Play Music, there are instructions on how to add songs you own, and how to purchase and download new music.
How to download a SoundCloud song
For users who are looking for new, original works from today's aspiring artists, SoundCloud offers a free solution. Sign up for an account, and you'll be able to stream and download from people all around the world.
For additional help on Internet downloads, see: How to download an app, file, or program from the Internet.
How to download audio and music from other services
There are other websites where songs can be downloaded or listened to through streaming audio. Some of these websites may offer applications that can be downloaded to your computer that allow the user to perform these functions.
Instructions on how to listen to and download music on these services should be provided either on the website or application. Follow the on-screen instructions that are provided.
Some websites and downloadable songs may include viruses or malware in the music files. It is best to download music from reputable, well-known sources to minimize the chance of your computer becoming infected.
For additional help on Internet downloads, see: How to download an app, file, or program from the Internet.