Open MP3 files online
Listen to audio files with a native player and waveform. MP3, WAV, FLAC and OGG are supported by modern browsers.
Drop a MP3 file to open it
or click to choose — everything stays on your device
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What is a MP3 file?
Listen to audio files with a native player and waveform. MP3, WAV, FLAC and OGG are supported by modern browsers. The .MP3 extension identifies a Digital audio file, which is served with the audio/mpeg media type. You can open it here instantly — drop the file into the box above and it renders in your browser. Nothing is uploaded.
Besides this free online viewer, you can open Audio files in desktop apps such as VLC, web browsers, foobar2000 — but here all you need is a web browser.
Quick facts
| Format | Audio — Digital audio |
|---|---|
| File extensions | .mp3 .wav .flac .ogg .m4a .aac |
| MIME type | audio/mpeg |
| Developer | various |
| Category | Audio & video |
| Also opens in | VLC, web browsers, foobar2000 |
How to open a MP3 file online
- Click Choose file above, or drag your MP3 file onto the box.
- The right viewer loads automatically and renders your file.
- Read, scroll or page through it. To open a different file, choose Open another file.
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Libraries used to render MP3 in the browser
This viewer is built entirely with open-source JavaScript that runs in your browser:
Frequently asked questions
What is a .MP3 file?
A .MP3 file is a Digital audio, identified by the audio/mpeg media type. You can open and read it instantly in the viewer above without installing anything.
What programs open MP3 files?
On the desktop, MP3 files typically open in VLC, web browsers, foobar2000. Online, this page opens them in any modern browser — nothing to download.
Is it safe to open my MP3 file here?
Yes. The file is read and rendered entirely by JavaScript inside your own browser. It is never uploaded to a server, so nothing leaves your device.
Do I need to install anything to view a MP3 file?
No. There is nothing to install and no account to create. Open the page, drop your file, and it displays instantly.
Does it work on my phone or iPad?
Yes. The viewer is fully responsive and works in modern mobile and tablet browsers such as Safari and Chrome.
Is there a file size limit?
There is no hard limit, but very large files depend on your device’s memory. Big files are processed in the background so the page stays responsive.