What you need before you start
To download a song from Amazon Music, you need an active Amazon Music subscription — the free tier does not include downloads. You also need the Amazon Music app installed on your phone or tablet; the web player does not have a download button. Make sure your device has enough storage space for the files, since each song takes up a few megabytes.
Downloads work only on the device where you started them. If you download a song on your phone, it will not automatically appear on your tablet or computer. You can download the same song to multiple devices, but you have to do it separately on each one.
Downloaded songs stay on your device for as long as your subscription is active. If your subscription lapses, the downloaded files stop playing, even though they still take up storage space. You can delete them manually to free up room.
Key Takeaways
- You need an Amazon Music subscription (not the free tier) and the Amazon Music app on your phone or tablet to download songs.
- Open the song or album, tap the three-dot menu, and select the download option — the exact wording depends on whether you are using iOS or Android.
- Downloaded songs appear in a separate "Downloads" section of the app, not mixed in with your regular library.
- Downloads only work on the device where you started them; you cannot download once and sync across all your devices.
- Downloaded songs stop playing if your subscription ends, but the files remain on your device until you delete them.
How to download a single song on iPhone or iPad
Open the Amazon Music app and find the song you want. Tap the three dots (the menu icon) next to the song title. A menu will pop up with several options. Look for the option that says "Download" — on some versions of the app it may say "Save for Offline" instead. Tap it once.
The app will show a small download icon next to the song title while it is working. This usually takes less than a minute on a strong Wi-Fi connection. Once the download finishes, the icon changes to a filled-in circle or a checkmark, depending on your app version. The song is now stored on your device and will play even if you lose internet connection.
To find your downloaded songs later, go to the app's main menu and look for a "Downloads" or "Offline" section. All your downloaded music appears there, separate from your regular library.
How to download a single song on Android
Open the Amazon Music app and search for or navigate to the song you want. Press and hold the song title (or tap the three dots next to it, depending on your app layout). A menu will appear. Select "Download" or "Save for Offline." The app will begin downloading the file to your device.
You will see a small download indicator appear next to the song. Wait for it to finish — this usually takes under a minute on Wi-Fi. Once complete, the indicator changes to show the song is stored locally on your device.
Access your downloaded songs by opening the app menu and selecting "Downloads" or "Offline Music." This section shows only the songs you have downloaded, making it easy to find them without scrolling through your entire library.
How to download an entire album or playlist
If you want to download multiple songs at once, you can download an entire album or playlist instead of doing songs one by one. Open the album or playlist you want. Look for a download icon or button — on most versions of the app, this appears near the top of the screen, often as a downward-pointing arrow or next to the play button.
Tap the download button. The app will begin downloading all the songs in that album or playlist to your device. Depending on how many songs there are and your internet speed, this can take several minutes. You will see progress indicators next to each song as they download.
Once all songs finish downloading, they appear in your Downloads section. You can play them in the order they appear in the album or playlist, or shuffle them like any other music on your device.
Managing storage and deleting downloads
Downloaded songs take up storage space on your device. If you are running low on space, you can delete downloads you no longer need. Go to your Downloads section, find the song or album you want to remove, and look for a delete or trash icon. Tap it to remove the file from your device.
Deleting a download does not remove the song from your Amazon Music library — it just removes the offline copy. You can always download it again later if you want to listen without an internet connection.
If you want to see how much space your downloads are using, check your device's storage settings. On iPhone, go to Settings > General > iPhone Storage and look for the Amazon Music app. On Android, go to Settings > Apps > Amazon Music > Storage. This shows you the total size of all your downloaded files.
Troubleshooting downloads that do not work
If a download button does not appear or the download fails, first check that you have an active Amazon Music subscription. The free tier of Amazon Music does not include downloads. If your subscription is current, try closing the app completely and opening it again.
Make sure you have enough free storage space on your device. If your phone or tablet is nearly full, the download may fail or not start at all. Delete some files or apps to free up room, then try downloading again.
If the download still does not work, check your internet connection. Downloads require a stable Wi-Fi or mobile connection. If you are on a weak connection, move closer to your router or wait until you have a stronger signal. You can also try downloading over Wi-Fi instead of mobile data, as mobile networks sometimes have restrictions on large file transfers.
What happens when your subscription ends
Downloaded songs will stop playing once your Amazon Music subscription expires. The files remain on your device and still take up storage space, but the app will not let you listen to them. If you reactivate your subscription later, the songs will play again without needing to download them a second time.
If you want to free up space after your subscription ends, you can delete the downloaded files manually. Go to your Downloads section and remove the songs you no longer need. This does not affect your Amazon Music library — the songs are still there if you ever reactivate your subscription.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I download songs to my computer?
The Amazon Music app for Windows and Mac does not have a download feature. You can only download songs to phones and tablets using the mobile app. If you want to listen to Amazon Music on your computer without internet, you will need to stream it while connected.
Will my downloads sync across all my devices?
No. Downloads are stored only on the device where you started them. If you download a song on your phone, it will not appear on your tablet or computer. You have to download each song separately on each device you want to listen on.
How long do downloaded songs stay on my device?
Downloaded songs remain on your device as long as your subscription is active. They do not expire or disappear on their own. However, if your subscription ends, the songs will stop playing even though the files are still there. You can delete them manually to free up storage space.
Can I download songs from a shared family plan?
Yes, if you are part of an Amazon Music Family Plan, each family member can download songs to their own device using their account. Downloads are tied to individual accounts, so one person's downloads do not affect another person's device.
What if I run out of storage space while downloading?
The download will fail or pause if your device runs out of space. Delete some files or apps to free up room, then try the download again. You can also delete previously downloaded songs you no longer listen to in order to make space for new ones.