MusicXConnections, made clear
Sources & permissions
Stream your own music from your cloud or server. Keep your local files in the same library.
Streaming, already in MusicX
iCloud is our main cloud source for Apple devices. Use the iCloud storage plan you already have to hold your library and stream from your selected music folder on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. This is available in current builds.
SMB/NAS streaming is also available. Keep your library on your own server and stream from its music share whenever it is reachable. No cloud subscription is needed.
Google Drive uses your existing Google storage in the same way. Its public access is still undergoing verification, so testing may be limited to approved accounts. MusicX itself is not yet available for public download.
You do not need to keep the entire cloud or NAS library on every device. Streaming still uses a temporary playback cache. Prefer local storage? Your local folders remain available alongside cloud and server sources, and stored files can play offline.
Music folders and sync are different
A music source is a folder or service containing your audio files. You can add multiple sources to a library. A preferred playback source tells MusicX which available copy to favor; it is not a switch that removes the other sources.
A sync point holds MusicX information such as library state, playlists, your queue, and your last playback position. Devices need access to the same configured sync point to share that state. Syncing this information does not automatically upload your music files.
You can use local music without connecting a cloud account. Connected features depend on your platform, permissions, and network availability.
Choose a source
| Source | Platforms | Connection |
|---|---|---|
| iCloud Drive | iPhone, iPad & Mac | Select an iCloud music folder and stream your songs. |
| SMB / NAS | Apple & Android | Connect your network share and stream from your own server. |
| Google Drive | Apple & Android | Authorize your Google account and choose a music folder. Public access is undergoing verification. |
| Local folders | Apple & Android | Choose a folder or grant media access. Play files stored on your device, even offline. |
Network streaming requires a reachable source and valid access. iCloud is not an Android source. Windows support is planned, not currently available.
Why MusicX asks for Google Drive access
Google sign-in is optional and happens inside the app. This website does not ask for your Google password, connect to your Drive, or show a sign-in form.
- Read your music:
https://www.googleapis.com/auth/drive.readonlylets MusicX list Drive files, read their metadata, and play or download audio from the music folders you select. Google grants this read access across Drive. Your MusicX folder selection limits what the app scans; it does not create folder-level OAuth isolation. - Keep MusicX state in sync:
https://www.googleapis.com/auth/drive.appdatalets MusicX read and write its own sync documents in Drive's hidden app-data storage, including library state, queue, and playback position. This sync does not modify original music files.
These are the two Google Drive scopes MusicX uses on Apple and Android. Connecting a Google account is not the same as selecting a music folder or enabling a shared sync point. Each has a separate purpose. You can review or revoke MusicX access in your Google Account connections.
Google Drive access is still being prepared for public release. Availability during testing may be limited to approved test accounts.
MusicX's use and transfer of information received from Google APIs follows the Google API Services User Data Policy, including the Limited Use requirements. See the Google data section of our privacy policy for details.
Nearby devices and file transfers
Local device pairing authorizes a connection between MusicX apps. It is separate from a Google or Apple account connection. Nearby discovery uses your local network; wireless transfers need a reachable, authorized destination.
On macOS, supported USB/MTP devices can be used for local music transfers. They do not need a MusicX app or camera to use that wired route. Apple-device transfers currently use the wireless MusicX route.
Optional content services
MusicX uses ShazamKit for music recognition where available. Recognition may send an audio signature to Shazam. Results supplement the app's library information; they do not mean provider content has been embedded into your music files.
LRCLIB is an independent lyrics service, not provided or operated by MusicX. When enabled, song details are sent to LRCLIB to find lyrics. Your audio files are not uploaded for that lookup. MusicX does not control LRCLIB's content or guarantee its accuracy or availability. About LRCLIB.
Keep control of your connections
Manage source connections in MusicX Settings. Before removing a source or deleting downloaded files, read the confirmation carefully: removing downloaded music is different from disconnecting an account. Disconnecting an account also does not necessarily delete data already stored by that provider.