If GarageBand does not appear in your "Purchased" list, you cannot officially download it from the main App Store page on El Capitan. Apple Support Community Use a Newer Mac:

: Sign in with the Apple ID you previously used to download GarageBand. Go to Purchases : Click on the

Are you the proud owner of a classic Mac running OS X El Capitan (version 10.11.6)? Perhaps it’s a trusty 2009 MacBook Pro or a beloved 2013 iMac that’s served you faithfully for years. While newer Macs get all the attention, there’s a vibrant community of users who are keeping these older machines alive and productive. And why shouldn’t they? A well-maintained El Capitan Mac is still perfectly capable of many tasks, including music production.

Below are five proven ways to obtain a compatible GarageBand version. Try them in order; the first two are the safest and most reliable.

Click on GarageBand in the top menu bar.