What is MIME type "application/ogg"?

A MIME type is a string that tells browsers and other tools how to handle a particular kind of file.

The application/ogg MIME type designates the Ogg Multimedia Container. It wraps streams of audio, video, and other data in one file. This makes it versatile for different media types and streaming.

• Flexible container: It handles multiple data streams like sound and images in one file.
• Open source: It is free from patent restrictions, promoting open media sharing.
• Streaming support: It aids in streaming media over the internet with quick access.
• Cross-platform: Many media players and browsers support the Ogg format.

Files that use this MIME type include media like OGG (container), OPUS, OGV, SPX, OGA, OGX, OGM, and SB0.

Associated file extensions

.ogg, .opus, .ogv, .spx, .oga, .ogx, .ogm, .sb0

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

When serving content with this MIME type, set the Content-Type header:

    Content-Type: application/ogg
  

HTML

In HTML, you can specify the MIME type in various elements:

    <a href="file.dat" type="application/ogg">Download file</a>
  

Server-side (Node.js)

Setting the Content-Type header in Node.js:

    const http = require('http');
    
    http.createServer((req, res) => {
      res.setHeader('Content-Type', 'application/ogg');
      res.end('Content here');
    }).listen(3000);
  

Associated file extensions

.ogg, .opus, .ogv, .spx, .oga, .ogx, .ogm, .sb0