Yate

At a glance

• Editor score
  7.5 / 10
• Pricing
  14-day trial
• Best for
  Mac users needing deep workflows
• Free plan
  No
• Batch tagging
  Yes
• Facts checked
  13 Oct 2026

• Where it wins

  • Batch editing, renaming, moving and duplicate detection support large libraries.
  • MusicBrainz, Discogs and AcoustID enrich tags, artwork and release links.
  • Actions scripting and Apple Music/iTunes integration support custom workflows.

• Where it doesn't

  • Mac-only deployment limits use to macOS desktop workflows.
  • Requires a paid license after the 14-day full-featured trial.
  • Actions scripting adds flexibility but can increase workflow complexity.

Our verdict on Yate

Yate is a macOS desktop application for editing and organizing audio-file metadata. It is suited to solo users and small operations that need more than simple tag edits, including batch processing, artwork management, file and folder organization, duplicate detection and customized actions. The application runs on Intel and Apple Silicon Macs and supports 19 audio formats. Its focus is local library management rather than a browser-based or multi-platform workspace.

Pricing uses one paid Yate license rather than a recurring plan. The license is perpetual, includes all updates and permits two concurrent Mac activations. A 14-day full-featured trial provides access without feature limitations before purchase. The standout workflow feature is the Actions scripting system, which lets users create custom sequences around tagging, renaming, moving and other operations. That flexibility is useful for repeatable personal libraries, though it requires more setup than a basic editor.

Metadata and artwork workflows connect with MusicBrainz, Discogs, AcoustID and AcousticBrainz, while additional integrations include Beatport, Last.fm and The Movie Database. Embedded artwork can be searched, edited and converted, and Apple Music/iTunes library and playlist integration supports Apple-centered collections. Email and documentation are the listed support channels. Yate fits Mac users who want batch control, enrichment and scripting in a desktop tool; users who need Windows, Linux, mobile or browser access should choose a different product.

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Yate integrations

Yate lists 10 integrations on its own site.

• AcousticBrainz
• AcousticID
• Beatport
• Discogs
• iTunes
• Music
• TV
• Last.fm
• MusicBrainz
• The Movie Database (TMDb)

Alternatives to Yate

• MPMusicBrainz PicardA free, open-source album tagger with identification, organization and broad format support.9.3
• MMp3tagA free Windows batch tagger with broad metadata, artwork and renaming tools.9.2
• Kid3A free, open-source tag editor with broad platform support and automation depth.9.1

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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