Free YouTube Audio Downloader (MP3 Converter)
Paste any YouTube video or Shorts link to extract high-bitrate MP3 audio. Features an instant in-browser audio preview player, crystal-clear 320 kbps sound quality, and fast direct downloads with no registration required.
Paste any YouTube video or Shorts link to extract high-bitrate MP3 audio. Features an instant in-browser audio preview player, crystal-clear 320 kbps sound quality, and fast direct downloads with no registration required.
How to use the YouTube Audio Downloader
Four steps, no account, nothing uploaded.
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Copy the YouTube link
Copy the video or Shorts link from your browser address bar or YouTube share menu.
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Paste and extract audio
Paste the URL into the input box above and click "Extract Audio" to load the audio stream.
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Preview the track
Use the built-in HTML5 audio player to listen to the extracted audio in your browser.
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Download your MP3 file
Click the "Download MP3" button to save the audio file directly to your device.
Why use this tool
Built so your files never have to trust a server.
Crystal-clear 320 kbps MP3
Isolates the highest-quality audio stream from the video with zero loss in fidelity.
Built-in Audio Preview
Listen to the extracted soundtrack directly in your browser before saving the file.
Supports Shorts & Full Videos
Works seamlessly with regular YouTube URLs, YouTube Shorts, mobile links, and shortened youtu.be links.
100% Free & Private
No software installation, no browser plugins, and no daily download cap.
Frequently asked questions
Everything people ask about the YouTube Audio Downloader.
Is it free to download audio from YouTube?
Yes, this tool is 100% free with no hidden fees, accounts, or download limits.
What is the audio quality of the downloaded MP3?
The tool extracts the highest bitrate audio available from the original video stream (up to 320 kbps).
Can I extract audio from YouTube Shorts?
Yes! Simply paste any YouTube Shorts link (youtube.com/shorts/...) into the box and click Extract Audio.
Can I preview the audio before downloading?
Yes, an integrated HTML5 audio player allows you to listen to the full soundtrack directly in your browser.
Does it require installing any software or apps?
No. The entire extraction and conversion happens online in your web browser.
Are downloaded files saved permanently on your servers?
No. Audio is streamed directly and securely to your browser and is never stored on our servers.
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