How to Setup iTunes Match in Canada
12/10/2011So I know what your thinking, it’s not available in Canada yet. While that’s true there is a way that it can be done. The key is in getting a US iTunes account follow the steps below to setup your US iTunes account.
1. You will need some for of US payment to setup the account. There are two ways to do this:
- Buy a US iTunes gift card on eBay (make sure it is a US card and not a Canadian or international card)
- Buy a Vanilla Prepaid Master Card (available at Shoppers Drug Mart) any denomination will work (this card is preferred as it will allow you to purchase your iTunes Match subscription).
2. You need to have a US mailing address with Zip Code (if you have a friend in the US you could use their address with their permission of course)
Now that you have a payment source and a US address you can begin the process.
***this post is for educational purposes only. There is no guarantee that these methods will work for you***
If you are using PayPal follow the instructions below (you will not be able use iTunes Match with this method).
1. Open iTunes, click on iTunes store, scroll to the bottom of the page and make sure to change your country to USA (If you are already logged in be sure to log out of your account). If you see a Canada flag click the flag and select USA.
2. Once you have selected the USA as your country you can click the login button in the top right corner of the iTunes store.
3. Register your new account by entering the information asked for.
4. When you reach the payment page input your iTunes gift card number and the US address you want to use for the account. Then click create ID complete the registration.
5. And your done. You now have a US iTunes account.
If you are using Vanilla Mastercard follow the instructions below (iTunes match works with this method).
1. Go to https://www.vanillamastercard.com and select the USA (English) Gift Card option. Once you are logged go to edit card info, and ensure the ZIP code entered is the same as your US iTunes account.
1. Open iTunes, click on iTunes store, scroll to the bottom of the page and make sure to change your country to USA (If you are already logged in be sure to log out of your account). If you see a Canada flag click the flag and select USA.
2. Once you have selected the USA as your country you can click the login button in the top right corner of the iTunes store.
3. Register your new account by entering the information asked for.
4. When you reach the payment page input your Vanilla MasterCard number and the US address you want to use for the account (make sure to use the same zip code). Then click create ID complete the registration.
5. And your done. You now have a US iTunes account.
6. Once your account is setup Click on iTunes Match in the left side bar. Then click subscribe and follow the instructions.
