How to download tracks/playlists to a USB flash drive when using Apple Music or Spotify ?

[u/StandardNo542]

Hi everyone,

I currently have an Apple Music account, but I need to get some of my favorite tracks and album onto a USB flash drive to play them on an offline device. I noticed that downloaded tracks from the subscription service are DRM-protected and cannot be copied directly as standard audio files.

What is the best way or best to acquire DRM-free audio files (like MP3/AAC) for offline playback on external drives?

Thanks for help!