AAC Metadata Remover
Delete AAC tags, cover art, and comments while keeping the audio bitstream unchanged.
Drag & drop a file here, or click to select
Max file size: 100 MB
Looking to view metadata instead? Go to the Metadata Viewer.
Why remove AAC metadata?
AAC tags can reveal source apps, libraries, and artwork. Cleaning removes them while preserving the bitstream.
Share AAC files privately
Strip artwork and comments before sending or publishing.
Remove encoder fingerprints
Clear software/device tags left by export tools.
Deliver client-ready audio
Send AAC masters without embedded metadata or cover images.
Secure AAC cleaning
We scrub AAC tags and artwork without altering audio, then delete the temp file after your download.
Upload your AAC file
Select an AAC (.aac) file. Uploads use HTTPS and are not stored after processing.
Strip tags & artwork
We clear titles, comments, encoder/app tags, and embedded images.
Preserve the bitstream
Audio frames, bitrate, and loudness remain identical—no re-encoding.
Download & purge
Download the cleaned AAC instantly; the temporary copy is wiped immediately.
What AAC metadata do we remove?
We clear AAC tags that expose library, device, or workflow info while leaving the audio unchanged.
- Title, artist, album, album artist, genre, track numbers
- Comments, description, lyrics, and custom fields
- Encoder/software and application identifiers
- Embedded cover art or pictures
- Publisher, copyright, grouping, and ISRC fields
- User data atoms added by tagging tools
- ReplayGain or sound check tags in metadata
- Podcast or streaming-specific identifiers
Frequently Asked Questions
Will audio quality change?
No. We do metadata-only cleaning; the AAC bitstream stays the same.
Do you remove cover images?
Yes. Embedded artwork is stripped from the metadata.
Are encoder/app tags cleared?
Yes. Encoder, software, and custom fields are removed during cleaning.
Is this different from M4A cleaning?
AAC elementary streams often carry similar tags; we clean them without wrapping changes.