# How do I open an M4A file?

M4A opens in most modern media apps on desktop and mobile systems.

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Last modified: 2026-04-17T00:00:00+00:00

1. **Open in Subclip first**
Import M4A in [Subclip Home Player](https://subclip.app/home) for quick preview and conversion.

2. **Desktop players by OS**
- **Windows:** Media Player, iTunes/Apple Music, VLC
- **macOS:** Music app, QuickTime Player, VLC
- **Linux:** VLC, mpv, Rhythmbox (codec-dependent)
- **Chromebook:** Chrome apps, Android music apps, VLC (Linux)
- **Other OS:** Kodi/Plex/music managers

3. **Mobile devices**
- **iOS:** Music app, Files, VLC
- **Android:** VLC, Poweramp, Musicolet
- **Windows phones (legacy):** default player where codec is available

4. **Convert to your preferred format**
[M4A to MP3](/tools/convert-video-format/m4a-to-mp3), [M4A to WAV](/tools/convert-video-format/m4a-to-wav), [MP4 to MP3](/tools/convert-video-format/mp4-to-mp3).

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