Extract Audio from Video Online: MP4 to MP3, WAV or M4A

The simplest, most private way to turn videos into audio files. Pull music, dialogue or sound effects from any MP4, MOV, WebM, AVI or MKV file locally in your browser, with professional quality and no watermarks.

100% Private
Instant
No Watermark
Mobile Ready
Setup

How to Extract Audio from Video in 4 Steps

Ultra-fast conversion powered by WebAssembly, everything happens in your browser.

1

Upload your video file

Drag the MP4, MOV, WebM, AVI or MKV file from your device, or click to browse. Files up to 2 GB supported, no account required.

2

Pick your output format

Choose MP3 (universal, lightweight), WAV (lossless, professional editing) or M4A (better quality at the same bitrate, ideal for Apple). Adjust bitrate for the size/quality balance you need.

3

Hit Extract

The WASM engine processes the video's audio stream in seconds, with no unnecessary re-encoding. Live progress and an audio preview before download.

4

Download the audio

Your MP3, WAV or M4A saves directly to your device. The original video never leaves your browser, no server-side copy ever exists.

Privacy and Quality on Every Conversion

Built for journalists, podcasters, students and creators who care about both their time and their data.

Lossless Extraction

We extract the AAC, MP3 or Opus audio stream directly from the MP4/WebM container when possible, zero re-encoding, zero quality loss.

MP3, WAV, M4A

Three formats cover 99% of use cases: MP3 for portability, WAV for professional editing, M4A for the Apple ecosystem.

Works with Every Format

MP4, MOV, WebM, AVI, MKV, FLV. Drag-and-drop or click to upload from your device. Files up to 2 GB supported.

Total Privacy (WASM)

WebAssembly processing in your browser: your videos never touch an external server. Perfect for interviews, recorded calls or confidential material.

Ultra Fast

No upload queues, no server backlogs. A 30-minute video processes in 5–10 seconds on modern hardware.

No Limits, No Watermarks

No server-imposed size limits (only your device's RAM), no watermarks, no sign-up, free forever.

Technical Guide: Audio Quality, Bitrate and Formats

Everything you need to extract the perfect audio without losing quality or privacy.

MP3 vs WAV vs M4A: which one to pick?

MP3 is the universal format, plays everywhere, light, sounds great up to 192 kbps. WAV is lossless audio, perfect if you'll edit the sound later or need studio quality (10× heavier). M4A (AAC) gives better quality than MP3 at the same bitrate, ideal for iPhone, iTunes and Apple devices.

DuneTools extracts the audio from the container without re-encoding when possible, final quality matches the original video.

What is bitrate and when does it matter?

Bitrate (kbps) measures how many kilobits of audio process per second. 128 kbps is enough for podcasts and voice. 192 kbps is the sweet spot for casual music. 320 kbps (max MP3) is indistinguishable from WAV for most ears. Below 96 kbps you'll hear artefacts on highs and sibilants.

If the original video is at 128 kbps, exporting to 320 kbps doesn't add quality, only file weight.

Privacy: why local processing matters

Traditional sites upload your video to their server, process it there, and return audio. That means someone has a copy of your material, private interview, meeting recording, NDA content. DuneTools uses WebAssembly: the extraction engine runs inside your tab, your video never travels anywhere, and closing the tab leaves no trace.

Especially critical for journalists, lawyers, doctors and any professional handling confidential material.

Real-world use cases

Journalists: extract audio from video interviews to transcribe. Students: convert lectures or class recordings to MP3 for any player. Podcasters: rescue audio from a Zoom or Meet recording saved on your device. Creators: isolate music or sound effects to reuse in other projects. Language learners: extract audio from a saved video clip to repeat phrases without visual distraction.

If you work with audio, this is the fastest, most private tool you can use, no installation.

Audio Format Comparison

Pick the format that matches your end use.

FormatQualityCompressionTypical SizeBest For
MP3 Lossy Good (192–320kbps)
Universal, podcasts, casual music
WAV Lossless Uncompressed (10× size)
Professional editing, mastering
M4A (AAC) Lossy Excellent (better than MP3)
iPhone, iTunes, Apple ecosystem
OGG Lossy Good (open source)
Web, games, open-source software

Audio Extraction, Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about the tool

How do I extract audio from a video, step by step?
Upload your video file (MP4, MOV, WebM, AVI, MKV). Pick the output format (MP3 universal, WAV lossless, or M4A for Apple). Hit Extract Audio. In seconds you'll download the file with the video's audio track, no watermark, no sign-up needed.
What video formats are supported?
MP4, MOV, WebM, AVI, MKV and FLV. Any standard video container with an audio track will work. Drag and drop a file from your device, or click to browse. We process locally in your browser via WebAssembly, so there's no upload.
Which audio format should I choose?
MP3 for general use (listen, share, podcasts), lightweight, plays everywhere. WAV if you'll edit the audio or need maximum quality (lossless, 10× heavier). M4A if you'll play it on iPhone, Apple Watch or iTunes (better quality per bitrate than MP3).
Do I lose quality when extracting?
DuneTools extracts the audio directly from the video container when the format allows, with no re-encoding. That means final quality is identical to the original audio in the video. Loss only happens if you re-encode to a lower bitrate than the original (e.g. video at 256 kbps → MP3 at 128 kbps).
Is it safe and private to process my videos here?
Completely. All conversion happens in your browser via WebAssembly (WASM). Your videos are never uploaded, no copies are kept, and closing the tab clears them from memory. Ideal for confidential interviews, medical recordings, NDA content, or any sensitive material.
Is there a size or duration limit on videos?
We don't impose a server-side limit (there's no server). The real limit is available RAM on your device, a modern MacBook or 8 GB PC easily handles 2 GB videos and several hours of footage. On mobile, we recommend videos under 500 MB for the smoothest experience.
Does it work on mobile (iPhone or Android)?
Yes. The tool works in Safari, Chrome and Firefox on mobile. On iPhone the file saves to "Files" after download; on Android it goes to the browser's "Downloads" folder. Processing speed depends on your device's CPU.
Can I extract audio from multiple videos at once (batch)?
Yes, upload several videos at once and the tool processes them sequentially. At the end you'll download a ZIP with all the audio files, named after the original videos. Perfect for batch-processing interviews, lectures or podcast episodes.