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Convert M4V to M4A

Extract the audio from a M4V video and save it as M4A: the music from a clip, a recorded lecture, an interview.

Drop your files hereor (M4V and over 40 other formats). You can also paste an image.No upload: everything happens on your device

How to convert M4V to M4A

  1. Add your M4V files

    Drag one or more M4V files onto the dashed area, or tap it to pick them from your device.

  2. Choose M4A and the options

    M4A is already selected: you can adjust bitrate, channels and volume.

  3. Convert and download

    Press “Convert to M4A”. When it’s done, download the files one by one or all together in a ZIP archive.

Good to know. For the best quality choose FLAC or WAV; for compatibility, MP3.

M4V and M4A compared

Source format

M4V

MPEG-4 Video (Apple variant)

A variant of MP4 used by iTunes and Apple apps. Without DRM protection it’s effectively an MP4 and converts without any trouble.

Best for
Videos bought or exported with Apple apps.
Limits
DRM-protected files can’t be converted.
Type
video container
Typical codecs
H.264, AAC
Compatibility
good
Extensions
.m4v
All about the M4V format

Target format

M4A

MPEG-4 Audio

AAC audio in an MP4 container: it’s the format of iTunes, iPhone voice memos and many recordings. At the same size it sounds better than an MP3.

Best for
Music on Apple devices, voice recordings, good-quality audio in light files.
Limits
Some old players only accept MP3.
Compression
lossy (AAC)
Typical bitrate
128-256 kbps
Compatibility
excellent
Extensions
.m4a
All about the M4A format

Questions about M4V and M4A

Which browser do I need?

Audio and video use WebCodecs: they work in up-to-date Chrome, Edge, Opera and Samsung Internet, in Firefox 130+ and Safari 17+ (with a few limits on the formats they can create). If your browser can’t create the chosen format, we tell you before you start.

Are my M4V files uploaded to a server?

No. The conversion from M4V to M4A happens entirely in your browser, using your device’s computing power. Files aren’t sent or stored anywhere: when you close the page they’re gone from memory too.

How many files can I convert at once?

Up to 100 files at a time. There’s no fixed size limit: it depends on your device’s memory. On smartphones it’s best to work in smaller batches with heavy files such as videos.

Does it work on iPhone and Android?

Yes, with up-to-date Safari, Chrome, Firefox, Edge and Samsung Internet. On phones, converted files end up in the Downloads folder or the Files app.

Do I need an internet connection?

Only to open the page (and, the first time, to download the components needed for that type of file). After that the conversion keeps working even if the connection drops.

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