Video to M4A Converter
Drop your video, choose a bitrate and download an M4A that plays on any Apple device.
How to convert video to M4A
- Add your video. Drag and drop an MP4, MOV, WebM, AVI, MKV or other video into the box above, or tap Choose video.
- Set the options. Adjust the bitrate (128 to 320 kbps) and start and end trim. The defaults already work well for most M4A conversions.
- Convert and download. Press Convert to M4A, watch the progress bar, then download your audio file. Click Convert another to do the next file.
What is M4A and why convert video to M4A?
M4A is AAC audio in an MP4 container. It sounds better than MP3 at the same size and is the native audio format on iPhone, iPad, Mac and iTunes.
With this free video to M4A converter you can:
- Add audio to Apple Music or iTunes
- Save voice notes in an Apple-friendly format
- Get good quality at a small file size
Pro tip: 128 kbps AAC sounds roughly as good as 192 kbps MP3, so you can save space.
Features of our M4A converter
100% private
The video to M4A conversion runs inside your browser with WebAssembly. Your file is never uploaded to a server.
No signup, no watermark
Use the M4A converter as often as you like. There is no account, no email and no logo stamped on your file.
Works on any device
Convert on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, iPhone and iPad in Chrome, Edge, Firefox or Safari.
Fine control
Change the bitrate (128 to 320 kbps) and start and end trim before converting.
All input formats
Open MP4, MOV, MKV, WebM, AVI, FLV, WMV, 3GP and most other video types.
Fast and free
No queue and no waiting for uploads, so short clips finish in seconds.
Why use our video to M4A tool?
Most online converters make you upload your video, wait in a queue and then download the result from their server. That wastes time and puts private footage on someone else’s computer. Our video to M4A converter does the work right in your browser, so it is faster for short clips and nothing is stored anywhere. When you close the tab, the file is gone.
Video to M4A FAQ
How do I convert a video to M4A?
Drop your video into the converter at the top of this page, adjust the bitrate (128 to 320 kbps) and start and end trim, press Convert to M4A and download the result. It takes three steps and no account.
Is this video to M4A converter free?
Yes. The converter is completely free with no signup, no watermark and no daily limit.
Is it safe? Are my videos uploaded?
No upload happens. The conversion runs locally in your browser using ffmpeg compiled to WebAssembly, so your video never leaves your device.
What is M4A used for?
M4A is AAC audio in an MP4 container. It sounds better than MP3 at the same size and is the native audio format on iPhone, iPad, Mac and iTunes. People commonly use it to add audio to Apple Music or iTunes.
Which video formats can I convert to M4A?
You can convert MP4, MOV, MKV, WebM, AVI, FLV, WMV, 3GP and most other common video files to M4A.
Is there a file size limit?
Large files work, but because everything runs on your device, very big videos (over 500 MB) need more memory and time. Trim long videos first for the fastest result.
Can I convert video to M4A on iPhone or Android?
Yes. The tool works in mobile Safari and Chrome. On iPhone the download goes to the Files app; on Android it goes to your Downloads folder.
Any tips for the best M4A result?
128 kbps AAC sounds roughly as good as 192 kbps MP3, so you can save space.