1. Force quit iTunes.
>- On a Mac, press Command + Option + Esc to open the Force Quit Applications window. Select iTunes and click "Force Quit."
>- On a Windows PC, press Ctrl + Alt + Del to open the Task Manager. Select the "Applications" tab, then click "End Task" for iTunes.
2. Restart your computer.
- A simple restart can often resolve software issues.
3. Update iTunes.
- Open the App Store on a Mac or Microsoft Store on a Windows PC, and check for any available updates for iTunes.
4. Repair iTunes
- On a Windows PC, you can try repairing iTunes by following these steps:
- Open the Control Panel.
- Select "Programs and Features."
- Right-click on iTunes and select "Change."
- Click "Repair."
- On a Mac, you can reinstall iTunes by downloading it from the App Store.
5. Check for conflicting software
- Some third-party software can conflict with iTunes, preventing it from starting. Try temporarily disabling or uninstalling any recent software installations or antivirus programs.
6. Delete iTunes library files.
- Quit iTunes, and then delete the following files:
- On a Mac, go to the "Music" folder and delete the "iTunes Library.itl" file.
- On a Windows PC, go to the "My Music" folder and delete the "iTunes Library.itl" file.
7. Reinstall iTunes.
- If none of the above steps work, you may need to reinstall iTunes. You can download the latest version from the Apple website.