Linux · Audio, Video & Music
BWF MetaEdit
Embed, validate, and export BWF files metadata
by MediaArea.net SARL
Official site: flathub.org
About BWF MetaEdit
BWF MetaEdit is a tool that supports embedding, validating, and exporting of metadata in Broadcast WAVE Format (BWF) files. It supports the FADGI Broadcast WAVE Metadata Embedding Guidelines.
Initially funded by the Library of Congress and FADGI (Federal Agencies Digital Guidelines Initiative); previously developed by MediaArea and led by AVPreserve; currently developed and led by MediaArea. MediaArea provides support and binaries for all platforms.
How to install BWF MetaEdit
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With Flatpak you can install and update it with: flatpak install flathub net.mediaarea.BWFMetaEdit
- Open BWF MetaEdit once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is BWF MetaEdit free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where BWF MetaEdit is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install BWF MetaEdit from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub net.mediaarea.BWFMetaEdit. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is BWF MetaEdit safe?
BWF MetaEdit downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
