What is m4a file? Understanding and opening m4a files
Are you facing difficulties opening m4a files on your computer, or wondering exactly what m4a file is?
We've got the best software solutions for opening m4a files effortlessly.
MPEG-4 audio (iTunes)
m4a files found on iTunes are just renamed MP4 files with audio content only, often featuring either AAC or ALAC compression.
Further details
M4A file is an audio file that has been compressed using the MPEG-4 technology, which is a method of defining compression of audio and visual digital data.
The M4A file format is often used for songs downloaded from Apple's iTunes Store. The format produces smaller files with similar or better quality than MP3. The M4A files are not protected, meaning they can be freely distributed and played without restrictions.
Open m4a file with:
Media Player
Windows 11 default media player.
Apple iTunes for Windows
Multimedia file manager and library for Apple users
Apple iTunes for Mac
Program used to organize and plays your digital music and video