Extract Audio from YouTubeFree, simple, no sign-up
Paste any YouTube URL and choose from available audio formats including M4A and Opus. See video preview and select your preferred audio quality. Perfect for music and podcasts.
Why use this audio extractor
High quality audio
Extract the best available audio bitrate from YouTube videos as M4A files.
No signup
Use it instantly in your browser. We stream files to you and don't store your downloads.
Fast extraction
Quick audio extraction without re-encoding. Perfect for music and podcasts.
How it works
Copy URL
Copy the full YouTube video URL from your browser's address bar
Choose audio format
See available audio formats and select your preferred quality and bitrate
Download
Download the M4A audio file to your device
Important notes:
- • Audio is extracted from the original video without quality loss
- • M4A format is compatible with all music players and devices
- • Use downloads responsibly and respect the creator's rights and YouTube's Terms
Trusted by audio enthusiasts
Audio format & quality
M4A Format
- • AAC codec for excellent compression
- • Compatible with all devices and players
- • Smaller file sizes than MP3
- • Better quality at same bitrate
- • Native iOS and iTunes support
Quality Details
- • Extracts highest available bitrate
- • Typically 128-192 kbps AAC
- • No re-encoding or quality loss
- • Direct stream extraction
- • Preserves original audio metadata
Perfect for
Music Lovers
Extract audio from music videos, live performances, and rare recordings
Podcast Listeners
Save podcast episodes, interviews, and talks for offline listening
Content Creators
Extract audio from your own videos for editing and repurposing
Students
Save educational content, lectures, and language lessons
Why choose our audio extractor
No quality loss
Direct extraction without re-encoding preserves original audio quality.
Fast processing
Quick extraction without waiting for conversion or processing queues.
All devices
M4A works on iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and all music players.
Privacy focused
Files stream directly to you. Nothing stored on our servers.
No limits
Extract as many audio files as you need. No daily or monthly limits.
Mobile friendly
Works perfectly on phones and tablets. Extract on the go.
M4A vs MP3 comparison
| Feature | M4A (Our format) | MP3 |
|---|---|---|
| Audio quality | ✓ Superior | Good |
| File size | ✓ Smaller | Larger |
| iOS compatibility | ✓ Native | Supported |
| iTunes integration | ✓ Perfect | Good |
| Streaming efficiency | ✓ Optimized | Standard |
Frequently asked questions
What audio format do you provide?
We extract audio as M4A (AAC) format, which provides excellent quality and is compatible with all devices and music players.
Can I extract audio from any YouTube video?
Most videos work, but some protected, age-restricted, or region-blocked content may not be available for extraction.
What's the audio quality like?
We extract the highest quality audio available from the original video, typically 128-192 kbps AAC.
Do you store the audio files?
No. Audio files are streamed directly to your browser and we don't store them on our servers.
Use responsibly
This tool is intended for personal use, such as extracting audio from your own videos or content you have permission to use. Always respect copyrights, licensing, and the YouTube Terms of Service. We do not bypass DRM and some videos may not be available for download.
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