how to stop itunes from automatically playing on mac

Prevent Launch on Login To prevent launch when logging in, launch “System Preferences.” It can be found in the Launchpad or on the Dock. Select “Users and Groups.” Select “Login items,” then “iTunes.” The final step is to select minus (-) to remove the app from startup.

1. How do I get iTunes to stop playing automatically?
2. How do I stop music playing on my Mac?

How do I get iTunes to stop playing automatically?

Now, it's a simple matter of tapping the Autoplay icon (which looks like an infinite loop) next to Playing Next. That should stop Apple Music from playing tracks automatically.

How do I stop music playing on my Mac?

Prevent a song from playing in Music on Mac

1. In the Music app on your Mac, click Songs under Library in the sidebar.
2. Deselect the checkbox next to the song. If you don't see checkboxes next to the songs, choose Music > Preferences, click General, then make sure “Songs list checkboxes” is selected. See Change General preferences.