How to Connect iPhone to iTunes in 2024（100% Works)

How to Use iTunes to Sync your iPhone

Whether you are a macOS or Windows PC user, you can use iTunes to sync your iPhone’s content. There are two ways to sync your iPhone using iTunes:

• Using USB
• Using WiFi

How to Set Up Sync between your iPhone and MacOS Computer

You can seamlessly sync your iPhone’s content like media and contacts with your Mac using these simple steps:

1. Connect iPhone to your Mac via USB cable.
2. Select your device in the Finder sidebar or iTunes depending on the version.
3. Select the content you want to sync.
4. Tap on “Sync (type of content) onto (your device name)”
5. To continue syncing, repeat steps 3 and 4.

Once done, always remember to eject your iPhone by clicking the “eject button” in your Mac’s Finder sidebar, before disconnecting it.

How to Set Up Sync Between iPhone and Windows PC

You can also sync your iPhone’s content with your Windows PC using the following steps:

1. Install the latest iTunes version
2. Connect your iPhone to PC using a USB cable
3. Open iTunes and tap the iPhone icon on the top left side.
4. Choose the content you need to sync.
5. Click on Sync to turn on syncing.
6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to continue syncing, then click Apply.

Your iPhone will sync automatically with the Windows PC whenever you connect the device via USB cable. However, you can remove the auto-sync feature using this guide

How to Set Up Syncing via WiFi

Besides using a USB to sync your device, you can wirelessly use WiFi. After setting up sync between your device and your computer, do this:

1. Connect your iPhone to PC via USB cable

2. For macOS PC:
   a. Select your device on the Finder sidebar
   b. Click General
   c. Click on “Show this (your device name) when on Wi-Fi”

3. For Windows PC:
   a. Open iTunes
   b. Click the iPhone icon
   c. Select Summary
   d. Select “Sync with this (your device name) over Wi-Fi”
   e. Click Apply



After this, your iPhone will auto-sync with your computer if:

• They share the same Wi-Fi network
• iTunes is open on your PC
• The iOS device is plugged into a power source

How to Connect iPhone to iTunes in Recovery Mode

Even the latest iPhone can develop technical issues. If your iPhone won’t turn or you can’t remember your screen passcode, you can troubleshoot using recovery mode. Additionally, go to recovery mode if:

• Your iPhone turns on and off while trying to update the iOS
• The iPhone is stuck on the Apple logo
• Your PC is unable to recognize your iPhone

To connect iPhones to iTunes while in recovery mode:

1. Connect your iPhone to your PC using a cable.
2. Open iTunes.
3. Activate the recovery mode on your iPhone:
• iPhone 8 or newer (inclusive of iPhone SE 2^nd generation): Hold and quickly release the volume up button, then hold and quickly release the volume down button. Then immediately press and hold the power button until the iPhone goes to recovery mode.
• iPhone 7 and 7 Plus: Press and hold power and volume down buttons continuously until the iPhone switches to recovery mode.
• iPhone 6s or earlier: Press and hold the side and home buttons until it switches to recovery mode
4. On iTunes, tap the iPhone icon.
5. Select Update to troubleshoot without erasing your iPhone’s contents. Alternatively, select the Restore option to wipe clean your iPhone.

Once done, the iPhone will exit the recovery mode automatically. However, if the issue wasn’t resolved, keep reading for more troubleshooting hacks.

Methods to Connect iPhone to iTunes

Connecting your iPhone to iTunes can sometimes be challenging. You may encounter technical issues like your iPhone getting stuck on the Apple logo or iTunes not recognizing your device.

Whether your iTunes or iPhone has errors, you need a solution. There are a lot of tools out there, but as a senior repair technician who has worked for Apple Store for 5 years, I would highly recommend theMobitrix Perfix.

Method 1: Repair iTunes using Mobitrix Perfix (free and easiest)

What’s Mobitrix Perfix? This tool is a solution to fix 99% of iOS software issues with no data loss. In case your iTunes is experiencing serious bugs disabling you to fix your iPhone as planned, you can also repair iTunes with this tool. It fully supports iPhone 5s to iPhone 15 and iOS 17 and earlier versions.

To repair your iTunes, follow these steps:

1. Click Repair iTunes in the main menu
2. Click Repair
3. Start Repairing

After finishing repair, your iTunes will be able to restart without errors. Now you can connect your iTunes to your iPhone. But mind you! You don’t actually have to rely on iTunes as the first choice for all your tasks. Why? Based on my experience in working for Apple Store, tons of customers have complained about how challenging it is to use iTunes. It consumes a lot of time and power and may not be very friendly.

I’ve used it to effortlessly fix all iOS-related issues with my iPhone. Also, according to the feedback from other customers, Mobitrix Perfix is fast and easy-to-use, and that’s why I highly recommend it to everyone.

An Alternative Way to fix iPhone faults without iTunes

If you are troubled by technical issues like being stuck on recovery mode or Apple logo, the best tool to fix these glitches is Mobitrix Perfix.

Why do I recommend Mobitrix Perfix? Here’s why:

• You don’t have to install Finder or iTunes
• No data loss
• User friendly–a few clicks
• Faster and higher success rate than iTunes
• Supports all iOS devices regardless of their versions
• 100% safe and secure: No malware, virus, or spyware

To repair various faults in your iPhone without any data loss, follow these steps:

1. Click on Start in the main menu.
2. Click on Standard Repair
3. Start Repairing

If you want to reset your iPhone to factory settings, Mobitrix Perfix can quickly help you with a few clicks.

Here are the steps:

1. Click on Reset Device in the main menu


Mobitrix Perfix Reset Device

2. Click on Factory Reset


Mobitrix Perfix Factory Reset Function

3. Your device will be restored to factory settings without any hassle.

Though Perfix is a paid third-party tool, its value is unmatched. With just a little investment, you will bid all your iPhone issues goodbye.

However, if you need free methods to fix your iOS issues, you can give the following a try:

Method 2: Reset All Your iPhone Settings

You may have configured various settings that may hinder your device from connecting to PC. To solve this, reset all settings on your iPhone using these steps:

1. Unlock your iPhone
2. Go to the Settings menu
3. Scroll to General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Erase All Content and Settings.

4. Wait for the iPhone to reboot, then connect it to your PC
5. When iTunes shows “ Welcome to Your New iPhone” interface, select Set up a new iPhone or restore your backup, then click continue
6. iTunes will start syncing your content.

This will delete all settings you have changed or added. However, your data like apps, music, photos, videos, etc., won’t be affected.

Method 3: Update your iTunes to the Latest Version

If your iTunes is outdated, it can develop issues while connecting the iPhone to iTunes. To fix this, update your iTunes.

For Windows PC:

1. Launch the iTunes
2. Click Help
3. Click on Check for Updates.
4. Download and install the updated version of iTunes.

For Mac users:

1. Launch iTunes
2. Click on the iTunes menu
3. Select Check for Updates
4. Wait for it to download and install

After updating your iTunes, check if it recognizes your device. If it doesn’t, check out other methods in this post to fix the issue at hand.

Method 4: Reinstall the Mobile Device USB Driver on Your PC

The USB driver enables your iPhone to communicate with the PC’s OS. If it is lacking or has errors, your PC won’t perform any actions via a USB cable. To fix this error, follow the steps below.

If you downloaded iTunes from Microsoft Store:

1. Unplug the USB cable and close iTunes
2. Open iPhone’s home screen, then connect it to PC via cable
3. If iTunes launches, close it.
4. Right-click your computer’s start button and choose the Device Manager option.
5. Locate your phone on the Portable Devices section
6. Right-click on the phone
7. Select Update Driver and search automatically for updated driver software.
8. Confirm if iTunes recognize your device

If you downloaded it from Apple:

1. Disconnect, then reconnect your iPhone from your computer.
2. If iTunes launches, close it.
3. Hit the Windows + R buttons, key in %ProgramFiles%Common FilesAppleMobile Device SupportDrivers, then click OK.
4. Right-click the file labeled usbaapl64.inf
5. Select Install.
6. Unplug your iPhone, then restart the PC
7. Reconnect your iPhone to the PC and confirm it recognized your iPhone

If your PC doesn’t recognize your device, try the following troubleshooting method.

Method 5: Check Apple Mobile Device Service

Another possible reason iTunes cannot recognize your iPhone is an error with the Apple Mobile Device Service. You can restart the service on your Windows computer using the following simple steps:

1. Disconnect your iPhone from the PC and close iTunes
2. Hit the Windows + R at once
3. Enter the services.msc command, and tap enter.
4. Right-click on the Apple Mobile Device Service option and select Properties
5. On the General menu, switch the Startup type to Automatic.
6. In the Service status, click Stop.
7. Once the service has stopped, select Start, then click OK.
8. Restart your computer and reconnect your iPhone
9. Confirm if the method worked.

FAQs:

How do I unlock an iPhone that won’t connect to iTunes?

If your iPhone is dead, frozen, and does not connect to iTunes or show anything on the screen, you can repair it in recovery mode. Once in recovery or DFU mode, update or restore your iPhone. However, that is time-consuming. Save yourself time and stress by using the Mobitrix Perfix quick-fix tool.

How can I connect my iPhone without a USB?

First, connect via a USB cable, then on the iTunes’ summary tab, select “Sync with this iPhone over WiFi.” Once you’ve set WiFi sync on, wherever your PC and iPhone will share the safe WiFi network, they will connect wirelessly. However, to update or restore your iPhone you must use a USB cable.