MP3 podcast files
MP3 is widely supported and can carry show, episode, artwork, date, numbering, and description information in ID3 metadata. It is common in established archives.
An MP3 and M4A podcast player for iPhone, iPad, and Mac
Turn downloaded MP3 and M4A episodes into a podcast library with shows, artwork, progress, chapters, queueing, and long-form playback on iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
MP3 and M4A both belong in a podcast library
The extension does not decide whether a recording is a podcast. Audely treats playable audio as podcasts when you identify its source folder that way, then uses the information already available to form shows and episodes.
M4A podcast files
M4A commonly contains AAC audio and can preserve titles, artwork, numbering, dates, and other episode information with efficient audio and accurate seeking.
Choose a source folder
Add a local or iCloud Drive folder and identify it as podcasts. Audely scans supported audio in place.
Organise shows and episodes
Metadata, numbering, filenames, and folder structure help keep related episodes together in the intended order.
Keep the originals intact
Library titles, descriptions, artwork, and listening state stay separate from the MP3 or M4A source file.
Built for episodes, not generic tracks
Audely adds podcast-specific progress, playback speed, played state, queueing, a sleep timer, embedded chapters, favourites, notes, and search around the source audio.
Mac supports bulk corrections for larger archives, while iPhone and iPad keep editing focused on one show or episode at a time.
Frequently asked questions
Can Audely play MP3 podcast files?
Yes. Add a folder containing MP3 files and identify it as podcasts. Audely uses available metadata, filenames, and folder context to organise shows and episodes.
Can Audely play M4A podcast files?
Yes. M4A podcast files can include AAC audio, titles, artwork, numbering, dates, and other episode information that Audely can use.
Should I convert MP3 podcasts to M4A?
Usually not. Keep a working archive in its original format unless a specific file cannot be decoded. Conversion can reduce quality or discard useful metadata and chapters.
Does Audely support formats other than MP3 and M4A?
Yes. Audely supports AAC, AIF, AIFC, AIFF, CAF, FLAC, M4A, M4B, MP3, and WAV files, plus compatible audio recognised by the system.
Can MP3 and M4A podcasts play offline?
Yes, when the source files are available on the device. Audio in iCloud Drive may need to download before offline playback.
Does Audely modify my podcast files?
No. Library corrections remain separate from the audio, so editing a title, description, or artwork in Audely does not rewrite the MP3 or M4A file.
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