iTunes error msg: The file iTunes Library itf cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes

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iTunes error msg: The file iTunes Library itf cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes

I purchased a new computer with Windows 11. I installed the same version of iTunes used on my previos Laptop with windows 11. When I attempted to watch a movie it just locked up. I have deinstalled and reinstalled several times with the 64 bit version. The iTunes web site would not allow me to download the 32 bit version, even though it is still supported by Windows 11. I deinstalled and searched for an itf file, none was found. Nothing seems to work. Apple this is your app how can we fix this?

Windows, Windows 10

Posted on Nov 29, 2023 01:55 PM

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javaliga

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Nov 29, 2023 02:26 PM in response to cavalierkcs1

I believe you want to look for an itl file, not an itf file.

It is possible that a corrupt preference file may cause iTunes to fail at launch with one of these errors:

The file iTunes Library.itl cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes.
The folder “iTunes” is on a locked disk or you do not have write permissions for this folder.
The iTunes Library.itl cannot be found or created. The default location for this file is in the 'iTunes' folder in the 'Music' folder.

It may be worth trying the shift-start-iTunes method (option on a Mac) to actively select the .itl file that should contain your library. If you still get the error message try Repair security permissions for iTunes for Windows and/or check for interference from anti-virus software.

For more info, see:

Empty/corrupt iTunes library after upgrad… - Apple Community

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iTunes error msg: The file iTunes Library itf cannot be read because it was created by a newer version of iTunes

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