Video to MP3 (Extract Audio)
Pull the sound out of a video: music, a talk, an interview or a voice recording.
Runs in your browser · No uploads
Drag & drop a video here
or
MP4, MOV, M4V, WebM, MKV or MPEG-TS
Your files stay on your device. Nothing is uploaded.
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- Nothing leaves your device
- No server-imposed size limits
- No sign-up, no watermark
- Free
How to extract audio from a video
- Choose your video.
- Pick the format: MP3 plays everywhere; M4A often copies the original sound with no loss.
- Press Extract and download the audio file.
Which format?
| Format | Best for | Quality |
|---|---|---|
| MP3 | Any player, car, phone | Re-encoded at the bitrate you choose |
| M4A (AAC) | Apple devices, small files | Copied as it is when the video has AAC sound (most do) |
| WAV | Editing in audio software | Uncompressed, large files |
| OGG (Opus) | Small files with good quality | Re-encoded |
Good to know
- Opens MP4, MOV, M4V, WebM, MKV and MPEG-TS.
- MP3 is made with the LAME encoder, built into this page.
- This works on video files on your device. It can't download from YouTube or other websites.
- No server-imposed file size limits. The new file is made in your device's memory, so very long videos need a computer with enough free memory.
Your audio stays on your device
Everything happens in your browser. Your recordings and music are never uploaded.
Frequently asked questions
Which MP3 quality should I choose?
192 kbps sounds great for music and keeps files reasonable. 128 kbps is fine for speech.
Can I convert a YouTube link?
No. This site only works with files already on your device.
Is my audio uploaded?
No. It is processed in your browser and never sent anywhere.
Guides for this tool
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How to Extract the Audio From a Video as MP3 or M4A
Save the sound of a video (a lecture, an interview, a song you recorded) as MP3, M4A, WAV or OGG, choose the right quality, and trim it to…
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