M4A Metadata Remover
Delete iTunes-style tags, cover art, and comments from M4A files while keeping AAC audio untouched.
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 M4A metadata?
M4A files can reveal library, device, and publisher details. Cleaning removes that data while keeping audio perfect.
Share audio privately
Strip comments, artwork, and device/library tags before sending files.
Deliver neutral masters
Send client or DSP-ready M4As without embedded credits or images.
Protect workflow details
Remove encoder/app identifiers left by export tools.
Secure M4A cleaning
We scrub M4A tags and artwork without touching audio, then delete the temporary file after download.
Upload your M4A
Select an M4A (AAC/ALAC). Uploads use HTTPS and are not stored after processing.
Strip tags & artwork
We clear titles, comments, encoder/app tags, and embedded cover art from the container.
Preserve audio frames
AAC/ALAC streams, bitrate, and loudness stay identical—no re-encoding.
Download & purge
Download the cleaned M4A instantly; the temporary copy is wiped immediately.
What M4A metadata do we remove?
We clear iTunes-style metadata that exposes library or device info while keeping the audio unchanged.
- Title, artist, album, album artist, genre, and track numbers
- Comments, description, lyrics, and custom atoms
- Encoder/software and application identifiers
- Embedded cover art and pictures
- ISRC, copyright, compilation, and grouping fields
- Podcast-specific tags like episode ID or feed info
- User data atoms added by tagging tools
- ReplayGain or sound check fields in metadata
Frequently Asked Questions
Does cleaning affect quality?
No. Audio frames remain unchanged; only metadata is removed.
Do you remove cover art?
Yes. Embedded artwork and pictures in the M4A container are removed.
Are gapless playback tags kept?
We remove user-facing tags; audio frames and gapless playback atoms remain intact.
Which tags are cleared?
Title, album, artist, album artist, genre, comments, encoder/app info, and custom atoms.