audio/mpeg
MP3 audio
| Description | MP3 audio |
|---|---|
| File extensions | .mp3, .mpga |
| Aliases | audio/x-mp3audio/x-mpgaudio/x-mpegaudio/mp3 |
| Signature (magic bytes) | 49 44 33 (ID3) |
Frequently asked questions
What is the MIME type audio/mpeg?
audio/mpeg denotes “MP3 audio”.
Which file extension does audio/mpeg use?
Files of type audio/mpeg usually end in .mp3 and .mpga.
How does a web server serve audio/mpeg correctly?
With the header Content-Type: audio/mpeg. In nginx: types { audio/mpeg mp3 mpga; }; in Apache: AddType audio/mpeg .mp3 .mpga.
Are there other names for audio/mpeg?
Yes, audio/x-mp3, audio/x-mpg, audio/x-mpeg and audio/mp3 are used as equivalents.