.m4a
MPEG-4 Audio
Audio·audio/mp4
What is a .m4a file
An audio-only MP4 container, usually holding AAC; common for iTunes downloads and voice memos.
How to open a .m4a file
iTunesany media playerVLC
Extension
.m4a
Category
Audio
MIME
audio/mp4
Other Audio formats
FAQ — .m4a
What is a .m4a file?
.m4a is a MPEG-4 Audio. An audio-only MP4 container, usually holding AAC; common for iTunes downloads and voice memos.
What program opens a .m4a file?
.m4a files open with: iTunes, any media player, VLC.
What is the MIME type of .m4a?
The MIME type of .m4a is "audio/mp4" — the identifier browsers and servers use for this format.