audio/*
audio/ogg
File extensions: .ogg, .oga, .opus
Free, open-source container for Vorbis or Opus audio codecs.
What is audio/ogg?
audio/ogg is the media type for the Ogg container — most commonly holding Vorbis or Opus audio. Ogg/Opus is unmatched at low bitrates and is the default for browser WebRTC audio.
Typical usage
WebRTC voice, low-bandwidth streaming, open-source audio distribution.
HTTP header example
Response header
Content-Type: audio/oggReference
RFC 5334
Frequently asked questions
What is the audio/ogg MIME type?
audio/ogg is the media type for the Ogg container — most commonly holding Vorbis or Opus audio. Ogg/Opus is unmatched at low bitrates and is the default for browser WebRTC audio.
What file extension does audio/ogg use?
Files served as audio/ogg typically use the extensions .ogg, .oga, .opus. The most common is .ogg.
How do I set the Content-Type for audio/ogg?
Send the HTTP response header Content-Type: audio/ogg. WebRTC voice, low-bandwidth streaming, open-source audio distribution.
Is audio/ogg an official MIME type?
Yes. audio/ogg is officially registered with IANA (RFC 5334), so standards-conformant clients recognize it.