Convert Youtube to ALAC Audio
How the Youtube to ALAC Audio Converter Works
- Paste a valid YouTube URL in the field above
- Click "Convert" and wait for processing
- Download your ALAC audio file when ready
Features
Fast Conversion
Convert Youtube videos to ALAC in under 30 seconds.
Lossless Audio
Get full CD-quality ALAC audio (1411kbps).
100% Free
No registration or app install required.
Youtube Shorts Support
Download ALAC from YouTube Shorts.
Safe to Download
No spam or malware. Only clean ALAC files.
Support Long Videos
Convert videos up to 2 hours in length.
About ALAC Audio Format
ALAC (Apple Lossless Audio Codec) is a lossless audio codec developed by Apple Inc. that offers digital audio compression without any loss in audio quality. Unlike lossy formats such as MP3 or AAC, ALAC preserves every bit of the original audio data while still providing some compression to reduce file size.
Note about format:
ALAC is an audio codec that needs a container to store the audio data. Our converter provides ALAC-encoded audio within an M4A container, which is the standard format for ALAC.
Benefits of ALAC format include:
- Lossless compression preserves 100% of the audio quality
- Smaller file sizes than WAV files (typically 40-60% of the original size) while maintaining the same audio quality
- Native support in Apple products (iTunes, iOS devices, macOS)
- Ideal for archiving music in a high-quality format compatible with Apple ecosystems
- Can be streamed directly to AirPlay devices without conversion
- Supports metadata for artist, album, track information
Note: ALAC files are larger than compressed formats like MP3 or AAC, but smaller than uncompressed WAV files. A 3-minute song in ALAC format might be around 20-25MB, compared to 30MB for WAV or 3MB for MP3.
FAQs
How do I convert YouTube videos to ALAC audio?
Simply paste the YouTube URL into the input field above and click "Convert". Once processing is complete, click "Download" to save your ALAC file.
Why do I get a .m4a file when I convert to ALAC?
ALAC (Apple Lossless Audio Codec) is an audio codec, not a container format. ALAC audio needs to be stored in a container format, and M4A is the standard container for ALAC. When you convert a YouTube video to ALAC, you'll receive a .m4a file that contains ALAC-encoded audio.
What is an ALAC audio file?
ALAC (Apple Lossless Audio Codec) is a lossless audio format developed by Apple that preserves all of the original audio data without any loss in quality. It offers the same audio quality as uncompressed formats like WAV but with smaller file sizes due to its lossless compression algorithm. ALAC is especially useful for Apple device users who want high-quality audio without the excessive storage requirements of uncompressed formats.
Why use ALAC instead of WAV or MP3?
ALAC offers a perfect middle ground between WAV and MP3. It provides the same audio quality as WAV (unlike MP3 which loses some audio data) but with smaller file sizes. If you use Apple devices (iPhone, iPad, Mac, HomePod), ALAC is the ideal format for high-quality audio as it's natively supported in the Apple ecosystem and offers better compatibility than other lossless formats like FLAC.
Is there a limit to how many videos I can convert?
We implement fair usage limits to ensure our service remains available to everyone. Most users can convert several videos per day without issues.
Is this service safe to use?
Yes, absolutely. We do not ask you to sign up or download any software prior to the download, only clean ALAC audio files.
Can I convert YouTube Shorts to ALAC?
Yes. Our converter fully supports YouTube Shorts. Just paste the Shorts URL (example: https://youtube.com/shorts/ABCDEFGHIJK) into the input field and click "Convert".
Are there video length limitations?
Yes. We support videos up to 2 hours in length. Due to the large file size of ALAC files, longer videos may result in very large downloads.
Which devices and players support ALAC audio?
ALAC is natively supported by all Apple devices and software including iPhone, iPad, MacBook, iTunes, Apple Music, and HomePod. Many other music players and devices also support ALAC, including VLC Media Player, foobar2000, and various high-end audio equipment. However, some non-Apple devices may require third-party apps to play ALAC files.