File extension .M4P
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Apple ITunes Music Store Audio Format | Apple | Audio Files |
M4P is an .M4P file extension used in the iTunes Music Store Audio File format. It is a proprietary compressed audio format developed by Apple Inc. based on the MPEG-4 encoding. These files are mainly used for digital audio files that are purchased from the iTunes Store. Although M4P files can be played in many music players, they contain use restrictions to limit unauthorized access. This means they can only be played on devices that have been authorized using the Apple iTunes account.
Technical Details
M4P files are encoded with Advanced Audio Coding and are protected by Apple's FairPlay Digital Rights Management technology. This provides a layer of protected data to ensure copyright protection and securely authenticate the purchaser over the internet. The M4P usually contains audio tracks at 16-bit/44.1kHz stereo quality, and must be played using Apple's media player software, iTunes, in order to make sure the authentication process is set up correctly. Other than M4P files, digital music online stores also include audio files in other popular formats such as MP3, AAC, WMA, WAV and FLAC.
Programs for WINDOWS system
Programs for MAC system
Programs for Android system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .M4P) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .M4P extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .M4P file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .M4P extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .M4P extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .M4P file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .M4P file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .M4P file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .M4P file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .M4P file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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