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Convert MP4 to M4A

With our free online converter, you can convert mp4 files to m4a as well as a variety of other formats.

Converting your mp4 file to m4a is easy with these steps.

Converting your m4a file to mp4 is easy with these steps.

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Step 1

Upload mp4-file

You can select mp4 file you want to convert from your computer, Google Drive, Dropbox or simply drag and drop it onto the page.
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Step 2

Select «to m4a»

Choose m4a or any of the other 200+ supported formats you'd like to convert to.
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Step 3

Download your m4a file

Please wait for the conversion to complete, then click on the download button to obtain your converted file in the m4a format.

Converting mp4 to m4a

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MPEG-4 Video File

Extension.mp4
Category🔵 video
Programs
🔵 Microsoft Windows Media Player
🔵 VLC media player
🔵 MPlayer
🔵 Eltima Elmedia Player
🔵 Winamp
🔵 Apple QuickTime Player
🔵 Apple iTunes
Description🔵 .mp (MPEG- Part ) The .mp file format is a digital multimedia container format most commonly used to store video and audio, but it can also be used to store other data such as subtitles and still images. MP is based on the Apple MOV format, but adds support for various other MPEG features. It's a universally accepted format with high compatibility across all platforms and devices, widely used for streaming over the internet, for storing digital video and audio streams, and for video playback on mobile devices.
Technical details🔵 The `.mp4` format, or MPEG-4 Part 14, is a versatile multimedia container with these features: - **Standardization**: Standardized by ISO/IEC as ISO/IEC 14496-14. - **Versatility**: Stores video (including 4K), audio, text (subtitles), and 3D graphics. - **Compression**: Uses MPEG-4 lossy compression, reducing file size with minimal quality loss. - **Video/Audio Codecs**: Commonly uses H.264 (MPEG-4 Part 10) for video and AAC for audio. - **Compatibility**: Widely supported by media players, editing tools, and devices. - **Streaming**: Suitable for internet streaming and progressive download. - **Metadata**: Supports metadata like titles, artist, GPS data, and scene descriptions. - **Chapter Support**: Enables easy navigation within videos. - **Subtitles/Closed Captions**: Includes subtitles/closed captions, embedded or as separate tracks. - **DRM Support**: Can be protected with DRM systems. - **File Size**: Varies based on quality, length, and codecs used. - **Interactivity**: Supports DVD-like menus and user navigation. `.mp4` is popular for its high-quality compression and broad compatibility, used widely in streaming, video editing, and various digital applications.
Developer🔵 Moving Picture Experts Group
MIME type
🔵 audio/mp4
🔵 video/mp4

MPEG-4 Audio Layer

Extension.m4a
Category🔵 audio
Programs
🔵 Microsoft Windows Media Player
🔵 VLC media player
🔵 MPlayer
🔵 Amarok
🔵 Winamp
🔵 Apple QuickTime Player
🔵 Apple iTunes
Description🔵

M4A stands for MPEG A Audio. It is a type of audio file type that is encoded using Advanced Audio Coding (AAC) or Apple Lossless Audio Codec (ALAC).

M4A was developed to help you store a wide range of file types, such as audiobooks, podcasts, and songs. That is in addition to the fact that it is a better competitor to MP3.

Some of the benefits or advantages of using M4A are:

  1. 1. It is easy to edit and transfer M4A files because it is designed to be an unprotected audio file format.
  2. 2. M4A files have additional enhancements that boost the sound quality.
Technical details🔵

How to create and how to open an M4A file

You can create and open an M4A file in many ways. The simplest way is to use an Apple voice recorder or convert another audio format into M4A.

There are several programs and applications out there that support the playback of M4A files. Some of them are Winamp, VLC Media Player, Windows Media Player, and QuickTime. The other programs that open M4A files are Microsoft Zune, Elmedia Player (for Mac users), Apple iTunes, Rhythmbox (for Linux users), and iPad.

Which other formats M4A can be converted into and why

M4A files may be a strong competitor to the MP3 file formats. Yet, this type of digital audio file format has many disadvantages, such as appearing as a data file (instead of a media or document), and low compatibility with some devices.

So, here are some of the other formats or alternatives to the M4A file format:

  1. 1. MP3
  2. 2 WAV
  3. 3. OGG
  4. 4. FLAC

One major reason why you might need to convert your M4A file is because it is a file extension, which means that only specific applications can open it. MP3 is supported by almost any device.

You may also want to convert it to AAC because it produces better sound quality, even at low bitrates.

Developer🔵 Apple
MIME type
🔵 audio/mpeg

FAQ

❓ How do I change mp4 to m4a?
To get started, either pick a file you want to convert from mp4 and select it or drag and drop it into the conversion tool. Next, select the desired format that you wish to convert your file to. Once you have selected the format, click the "convert" button and wait for the tool to finish converting your file.
⏳ What is the estimated time it will take to convert mp4 to m4a?
Typically, image conversions only take a few seconds, so you can expect a speedy conversion when changing mp4 to m4a.
🛡️ Can I trust OnlineConvertFree to convert mp4 to m4a securely?
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📱 Is it possible to convert mp4 to m4a without having to install any software?
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