Mp3tag is a metadata tag editor that supports many popular audio file formats. It is freeware for Microsoft Windows, while it is a paid application for Apple macOS in the Mac App Store.
It includes support for the following audio formats:
The following is an example of an M3U playlist file for "Jar of Flies" album by "Alice in Chains" that was created by Mp3tag with the following custom option settings:
What is Mp3tag?
Mp3tag is a free music player program for Windows from Florian Heidenreich. It ranks 34th by popularity among music players in this catalogue. The first release dates back to 2000. It is written in C++. Besides Windows, it is available for macOS. Its interface is available in 42 languages.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit and 32-bit as EXE (NSIS). The main installer is 6.0 MB. Installation asks for administrator rights. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation.
Popularity and file types
The Chocolatey package has been downloaded 292,908 times. Wikipedia has an article about it in 10 of our languages. Similar programs include Spotify, iTunes and Mixxx.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Free to use
- Documented silent install
- Updated in the last two months
- Small download (6.0 MB)
- Also runs on macOS
- Mature project (since 2000)
- Interface in 42 languages
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: Mp3tag is a free music player tool for 64-bit and 32-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Screenshots
Is Mp3tag safe to download?
- The file is served by download.mp3tag.de, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
A977861003A87B1F00F2E0C91263C61BF12D457C6D457B367CE5F69DE28FBEA0· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 1 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.36.1Latest | August 29, 2026 | 6.0 MB | 32-bit EXE (NSIS)64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id FlorianHeidenreich.Mp3tag -echoco install mp3tag -yscoop install extras/mp3tagmp3tag-v3.36.1-x64-setup.exe /SRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Florian Heidenreich
- Category
- Music players
- Licence
- Freeware
- Price
- Free
- Written in
- C++
- Interface languages
- English, Arabic, Belarusian, Vietnamese, Bulgarian, and Danish +36 more
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit, 32-bit
- Installer
- EXE (NSIS)
- Other platforms
- macOS
- Version
- 3.36.1
- Released
- August 29, 2026
- First release
- 2000
- Added to the catalogue
- August 29, 2026
- Versions listed
- 1
- Chocolatey downloads
- 292,908
- Website
- mp3tag.de
- winget ID
- FlorianHeidenreich.Mp3tag
- Chocolatey package
- mp3tag
- Scoop package
- extras/mp3tag
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is Mp3tag free?
Yes. Mp3tag is free to use.
Is Mp3tag safe to download?
The download comes from download.mp3tag.de, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install Mp3tag with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can Mp3tag be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does Mp3tag run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit and 32-bit version through emulation.
What are alternatives to Mp3tag?
Spotify, iTunes, Mixxx, foobar2000 and FLAC. The alternatives page compares them.
