What is M4A?
| Extension | m4a |
|---|---|
| Category | Audio file formats |
| Developed by | Apple |
| Mime type | audio/m4a |
Description
M4A files store audio using the AAC codec. M4A stands for MPEG-4 Audio. It is very similar to MP4 with the difference being the lack of a video/subtitle track in the file.Common questions about M4A conversions
How to open an M4A file?
If you don't know how to listen to an M4A file, you can convert it to another format you already recognize. You can use MConverter for the conversion.
Can I convert M4A files in bulk?
Yes, MConverter supports batch converting of multiple M4A files at once. You can even drag and drop folders containing M4As.
Pasting M4A files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Pasting M4A files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Can I convert an M4A file, if its size is 1 GB?
Yes, with MConverter Premium you can convert big M4As, up to 1 gigabyte each.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert M4A files over 100 megabytes, try MConverter Premium.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert M4A files over 100 megabytes, try MConverter Premium.
Is converting M4As safe with MConverter?
Yes, we encrypt your connection using industry standards. Plus, your M4A files are only accessible by you. 4 hours after the conversion completes, they are automatically deleted from MConverter’s servers. You can also delete your M4As and other converted files immediately after finishing the conversion by clicking the bin icon.
Join others who have trusted us to convert over 5,261,561 files so far.
Join others who have trusted us to convert over 5,261,561 files so far.
How long does it take to convert M4A?
For most audio files, the wait is usually around a minute. However, MConverter also supports converting larger audio files, meaning that it could take a while (up to over an hour, for example).
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