Mp3tag
Mp3tag: A free Windows batch tagger with broad metadata, artwork and renaming tools. Ranked #2 of 29 in Music Tagging Software by our editors (9.2/10); pricing: Free plan; best for established desktop batch tagging.
At a glance
- Editor score9.2 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forEstablished desktop batch tagging
- Free planYes
- Batch taggingYes
- Facts checked13 Oct 2026
Where it wins
- Batch-edit tags, filenames and artwork across multiple files
- MusicBrainz, Discogs, freedb and gnudb lookup integrations
- Reusable action groups, playlists, imports and exports
Where it doesn't
- Desktop-only deployment for Windows and macOS
- Mac edition is a separate paid application
- Platform editions organize supported formats differently
Our verdict on Mp3tag
Mp3tag is a desktop application for editing metadata in music and other audio files. It is aimed at musicians, DJs, podcasters and audio enthusiasts who manage local libraries and need to process many files together. Core tasks include batch tag editing, embedded cover art, filename renaming, playlist creation, tag import and export, and online lookups from several music databases. Windows and macOS are the supported platforms, with deployment centered on desktop use.
Pricing is split by operating system. The Windows Freeware plan provides batch metadata editing, MusicBrainz and Discogs lookups, and cover-art support at no charge. The Mac plan is sold separately through the Mac App Store and adds batch tag editing, embedded cover-art editing, MusicBrainz and Discogs lookups, plus file renaming from tags. This structure makes Windows a straightforward choice for free library maintenance, while Mac users need to account for a separate purchase before using the desktop edition.
Its strongest depth is in repeatable batch work. Users can replace text in tags and filenames with regular expressions, create reusable action groups for multi-step edits, rename files from tag information, and batch-import or export cover art. MusicBrainz, Discogs, freedb and gnudb provide multiple lookup routes when enriching a collection. Pick Mp3tag if your workflow is desktop-based and depends on detailed, repeatable changes across local files. Choose another category option if you need mobile or browser access, or if buying a separate Mac edition does not fit your platform plans.
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Mp3tag fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Not verified |
| Batch tagging | Yes |
| MusicBrainz lookup | Yes |
| Embedded cover art | Yes |
| Audio formats supported | 10 formats |
| Folder or file renaming | Yes |
| Duplicate detection | Not verified |
| Supported platforms | Windows, macOS |
| Deployment | Desktop |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS |
| Support | Email, Community, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 4 integrations: MusicBrainz, Discogs, freedb, gnudb |
| Pricing | Free plan (source) |
| Website | mp3tag.de |
| Facts checked | 13 Oct 2026 |
Mp3tag integrations
Mp3tag lists 4 integrations on its own site.
- MusicBrainz
- Discogs
- freedb
- gnudb
Alternatives to Mp3tag
- MusicBrainz PicardA free, open-source album tagger with identification, organization and broad format support.9.3
- Kid3A free, open-source tag editor with broad platform support and automation depth.9.1
- EasyTAGA free, open-source desktop tagger for batch edits, renaming and cover art.9.0
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