Extract Audio

Rip the original audio track out of any video file, keeping its native format.

Click to select a video

Supports MP4, WEBM, MOV, AVI

What is Extract Audio?

This extract audio from video tool pulls out the original audio track in its native format, rather than converting it to MP3, making it the right choice when you want to rip audio track data without any format conversion or quality loss from re-encoding. If you specifically need an MP3 file, our MP4 to MP3 or Video to MP3 tools are a better fit; this tool is for when you want to save audio from video file as-is.

How It Works

This tool runs FFmpeg compiled to WebAssembly directly in your browser tab to read your video's container and copy the embedded audio stream directly into a standalone audio file using stream copying, avoiding re-encoding whenever the source audio codec allows it. This keeps the extracted audio at the exact same quality as it existed inside the original video file.

Is It Safe to Use?

Your video is processed entirely within your browser tab using WebAssembly FFmpeg, so it's never uploaded to a server. This keeps personal recordings, podcasts, and private video content secure while you pull audio track data from them.

How to Use Extract Audio (Step-by-Step Guide)

Upload the video file you want to extract audio from
Choose whether to keep the native audio format or convert it
Click extract to pull the audio track out of the video
Preview the extracted audio file
Download the audio file to your device

Frequently Asked Questions

How is this different from the MP4 to MP3 or Video to MP3 tools?

This tool extracts the audio track in its original native format to rip audio from video online without forcing an MP3 conversion, while the MP3 tools specifically convert the audio to the MP3 format.

What audio format will I get when I extract audio from video?

By default, you'll typically get the audio in its original codec (like AAC), preserving maximum quality, though some format options may be available.

Will extracting audio reduce its quality compared to the source video?

No, since the tool uses stream copying whenever possible, the extracted audio retains the exact same quality as it had inside the original video.

Is there a file size limit to save audio from video file?

Videos up to a few gigabytes typically process quickly, since audio extraction doesn't require re-encoding the whole file.

Can I pull audio track from video files recorded on my phone?

Yes, this tool works with videos recorded on any device, including smartphones, as long as they're in a common video format.

Does this tool work on mobile browsers?

Yes, it works on Android and iOS mobile browsers for extracting audio from videos saved on your phone.

Can I use the extracted audio file in a podcast or voiceover project?

Yes, since the extraction preserves original quality, the resulting audio file works well for further editing or use in podcasts and voiceovers.

Is this extract audio tool free to use?

Yes, it's completely free with no account or watermark on the extracted audio.

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