How to Convert a YouTube Video to MP3

Sometimes you only want the audio: a song, a podcast, an interview or a lecture to listen to offline. Converting a YouTube video to MP3 keeps just the sound in a small, universally compatible file.

Step by step

  1. Copy the YouTube link. Full youtube.com, short youtu.be and Shorts links all work.
  2. Paste it on the home page and tap Download.
  3. Choose MP3. The audio is extracted and converted for you.
  4. Watch the progress bar. Longer videos take a little while; the bar shows the time left.

MP3 or MP4 — which should you pick?

Choose MP3 for sound only and the smallest file; choose MP4 when you want the picture too. For music and podcasts, MP3 plays on virtually every device.

Is it legal?

Downloading audio for personal use is widely accepted, but content belongs to its creators. Do not redistribute copyrighted music. Use the tool responsibly.

Frequently asked questions

Will the audio quality be good?

We extract the best audio stream and convert at high quality.

Does it work on mobile?

Yes, entirely in your phone's browser — no app needed.

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