What can I do with Audio Metadata?

Read duration, sample rate, channels and file details. Audio Metadata is part of the Audio shelf on utils.sbs and is designed for quick, one-off tasks.

Is Audio Metadata free to use?

Yes. Audio Metadata is free, requires no account, and has no per-file or per-use charge.

Are my files uploaded when I use Audio Metadata?

No. Audio Metadata is designed to process your input locally in the browser. Files are not uploaded to a server for processing.

What formats does Audio Metadata support?

It accepts audio formats your browser can decode and exports a downloadable WAV or converted file.

Can I use Audio Metadata on my phone?

Yes. Audio Metadata is responsive and works in modern mobile browsers. Very large files may be limited by the device's available memory.

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Audio Metadata

Read duration, sample rate, channels and file details.

Runs on-deviceNo sign-upFree

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Audio Metadata

Runs locally

Drop an audio file

or · MP3, WAV, M4A, OGG

Audio is decoded with the Web Audio API and exported as uncompressed WAV. MP3 export is intentionally avoided; WAV keeps the result lossless and local.

Load audio, then process it on this device.

The guide

By the utils.sbs team · Reviewed November 2026 · How we build and review tools

Quick answer

Audio Metadata is a free browser-based audio tool. Read duration, sample rate, channels and file details. It runs with the Web Audio API locally, requires no account and does not upload your files. Open the page, add your input, adjust any options and download the result.

What is Audio Metadata?

Audio Metadata is a free browser-based audio tool from utils.sbs. Read duration, sample rate, channels and file details. It is built for quick, focused jobs: open the page, add your input, adjust the options and take the result with you. No account, install or server upload is required.

At a glance

Category	Audio
Input	MP3, WAV, OGG, M4A or another browser-decodable audio file
Output	A WAV or converted audio file
Engine	the Web Audio API
Processing	In your browser
Price	Free
Account	Not required

How Audio Metadata works

Audio is decoded with the Web Audio API, processed with standard digital-signal operations, and encoded back to WAV in the browser.

How to use Audio Metadata

1Open Audio Metadata and add your input.
2Use the default settings, or choose the format or detail level that matches your goal.
3Run the tool, check the preview or result, and download the output.

When to use Audio Metadata

Trim, fade or join recordings into one clean file.
Normalise volume or change the speed of a clip.
Convert audio to WAV for editing or archiving.

Limitations

Browser codec support varies. WAV is used for export where predictable, uncompressed output matters.

Privacy and accuracy

Audio Metadata processes its input in the browser whenever the platform API allows it. Files and values are not uploaded to a server for processing, and the tool does not require an account. For calculations, use the result as a reference and verify important decisions against the source formula or a qualified professional. Read our methodology.

FAQ

Audio Metadata questions

What can I do with Audio Metadata?
Read duration, sample rate, channels and file details. Audio Metadata is part of the Audio shelf on utils.sbs and is designed for quick, one-off tasks.
Is Audio Metadata free to use?
Yes. Audio Metadata is free, requires no account, and has no per-file or per-use charge.
Are my files uploaded when I use Audio Metadata?
No. Audio Metadata is designed to process your input locally in the browser. Files are not uploaded to a server for processing.
What formats does Audio Metadata support?
It accepts audio formats your browser can decode and exports a downloadable WAV or converted file.
Can I use Audio Metadata on my phone?
Yes. Audio Metadata is responsive and works in modern mobile browsers. Very large files may be limited by the device's available memory.

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