Convert FLAC to MP3
FLAC is the archivist's choice: perfect fidelity at about half the size of WAV. It is also unsupported by plenty of car stereos, older phones and portable players. MP3 trades a little quality for universal playback. Choose 320 kbps to keep as much of the lossless source as MP3 allows.
Also known as: FLAC to MP3 converter · lossless to MP3
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How to convert FLAC to MP3
Step 1
1. Add your FLAC file
Drag your FLAC file into the box, or choose it from your device. It can be up to 95 MB.
Step 2
2. Choose your settings
Adjust Audio quality (192 kbps), or keep the starting values in brackets, which suit most files. More are under Advanced options.
Step 3
3. Press Convert to MP3
The work happens on our servers, and you can follow its progress. Long recordings take longer.
Step 4
4. Download your MP3 file
Your upload is already deleted, and the result is deleted after one hour.
Why convert FLAC to MP3?
- Loading a lossless music library onto a car stereo or older player
- Fitting a large collection onto a device with limited storage
- Sharing tracks with someone whose player cannot read FLAC
- Uploading audio to a service that only accepts MP3
FLAC vs MP3
| Property | FLAC | MP3 |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossless | Lossy |
| Typical size per minute | About 5–6 MB at CD quality | About 2.4 MB at 320 kbps |
| Device support | Most modern players; many older ones cannot | Almost anything that plays audio |
| Best for | Archiving a music library | Everyday listening on any device |
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