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Drag and drop your multiple M4A files into this 100% free online M4A to ALAC converter (.m4a to .alac), and click the Convert button to bulk convert them to ALAC format in HD quality. Use the quality slider to fine-tune your ALAC output, then download your converted files one by one or as a single ZIP — no signup and no downloads needed, and your original M4A files are removed from our servers right after. Also see:Convert MIDI to WAV free.
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Choose FilesM4A vs ALAC — File Format Comparison
See how M4A and ALAC compare across file extension, MIME type, compression, and feature support. Related:Convert FLAC to iPhone Audio free.
| Feature | M4A | ALAC |
|---|---|---|
| File Extension | .m4a | .alac |
| MIME Type | audio/mp4 | audio/mp4 |
| Compression Type | Lossy | Lossless |
| Metadata Support | Yes | Yes |
What Is M4A Format?
MPEG-4 Audio — AAC audio in an MP4 container, the standard format for Apple Music, iTunes purchases, and iPhone voice memos, offering better quality than MP3 at equivalent bitrates. See also:Convert AIFF to OGG free.
- Compression: Lossy
- Tags & Metadata: Supported
What Is ALAC Format?
Apple Lossless Audio Codec — Apple's open-source lossless compression stored in an MP4 container, offering bit-perfect quality with 40–60% smaller files than AIFF; the native lossless format for Apple Music and iTunes.
- Compression: Lossless
- Tags & Metadata: Supported