<audio>

The audio element embeds a sound or audio stream player in the document.

Since HTML5 Spec ↗

Syntax

<audio src="url" controls></audio>

Examples

<audio controls>
  <source src="/song.ogg" type="audio/ogg">
  <source src="/song.mp3" type="audio/mpeg">
  Your browser does not support audio.
</audio>
Output
Renders an audio player with play, seek, and volume controls.

Notes

Provide multiple <source> formats for broad support. Autoplay with sound is blocked by browsers; require a user gesture or use muted.

Browser & runtime support

EnvironmentSince version
chrome 4.0
firefox 3.5
safari 4.0
edge 12

See also