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Extract Audio Tracks from Video Files Extract audio tracks from video files and save as MP3 or WAV.

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Video to Audio Extractor

Extract audio tracks from video files and save as MP3 or WAV.

1

Upload Video

Drag and drop your video file or click to browse.

2

Extract Audio

Click Extract to pull the audio track from your video.

3

Download

Download the extracted audio file instantly.

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What Is Video to Audio Extractor?

The Video to Audio Extractor is a free browser-based tool that extracts audio tracks from video files. Whether you have an MP4, WebM, MOV, or other video format, this tool pulls out the audio and saves it as a downloadable audio file. It's perfect for extracting music from music videos, saving podcast audio from video recordings, or getting voiceovers from presentations. The tool uses the Web Audio API to decode the video's audio track and encode it as a standard audio file. All processing happens locally in your browser — your video files never leave your device.

Why Use Video to Audio Extractor?

  • Extract audio from any browser-supported video format
  • Download as standard audio file format
  • No software installation or server uploads
  • Fast client-side processing with Web Audio API

Common Use Cases

Music Extraction

Pull audio from music videos for offline listening.

Podcast Production

Extract audio from video podcast recordings for audio-only distribution.

Voiceover Capture

Save narration audio from video presentations and tutorials.

Sound Effects

Isolate sound effects and audio clips from video content.

Technical Guide

This tool uses the HTML5 Video element to load the video file and the Web Audio API to capture the audio track. An AudioContext is created and the video's audio is routed through a MediaStreamAudioDestinationNode. Alternatively, the tool reads the video file as an ArrayBuffer and uses AudioContext.decodeAudioData() to extract the audio directly. The decoded AudioBuffer is then encoded into WAV format by writing the RIFF/WAV header with proper format chunks followed by the PCM audio data. The WAV encoding converts float32 samples to 16-bit integers, handling channel interleaving for stereo audio. The result is offered as a downloadable file with the proper MIME type and file extension.

Tips & Best Practices

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    The audio quality depends on the original video's audio encoding
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    WAV output is uncompressed — files will be larger than the video
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    Videos without audio tracks will produce silence
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    For best results, use MP4 or WebM video files

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q What audio format is the output?
The tool outputs WAV (uncompressed) audio for maximum quality and compatibility.
Q Does it work with all video formats?
It works with any video format your browser can play — typically MP4, WebM, and MOV.
Q Is my video uploaded to a server?
No. All processing happens locally in your browser. Your files remain completely private.
Q What if the video has no audio?
The tool will indicate if no audio track is found in the video file.
Q Can I extract just a portion of the audio?
This tool extracts the full audio track. Use the Audio Trimmer tool to cut specific sections afterward.

About This Tool

Video to Audio Extractor is a free online tool by FreeToolkit.ai. All processing happens directly in your browser — your data never leaves your device. No registration or installation required.