Convert AIFF to FLAC online
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Why convert AIFF to FLAC?
You have a AIFF file that will not open on one of your devices or applications. FLAC is more widely supported for your use case: CD archiving, audiophiles, Bandcamp, Qobuz.
How to do it, step by step
- Drop your AIFF fileinto the area at the top of the page (or several files at once). On mobile, tap the area and pick the file from your apps.
- Check the output format: FLAC is already selected. FLAC is a lossless format: there is no quality setting, the sound is reproduced identically. The file will be noticeably larger than a compressed format.
- Start the conversion.The FFmpeg engine loads once (≈ 10 MB), then each file is processed in a few seconds without leaving your device.
- Download your FLAC, directly or as a .zip if you converted several files. The name and metadata (title, artist, cover art) are preserved.
The AIFF format (Audio Interchange File Format)
AIFF is Apple's equivalent of WAV: uncompressed audio, perfect quality, large files. It is produced by Logic Pro, GarageBand and iTunes (CD import as AIFF). Outside the Mac, it often causes playback problems.
- Lossless quality
- Supports metadata (unlike WAV)
- Very large
- Rarely played outside the Mac
The FLAC format (Free Lossless Audio Codec)
FLAC compresses audio with zero loss: the file is 40 to 60% the size of the original WAV but reproduces exactly the same sound. It is the format of choice for audiophiles and music archives. It is free, open, and supports metadata and cover art.
- Quality identical to the original
- Free and open format
- Supports tags and cover art
- Files 5 to 10 times larger than an MP3
- Not played by Apple devices without a third-party app
AIFF vs FLAC comparison
| AIFF | FLAC | |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossless | Lossless |
| Typical size (1 min, music) | ≈ 10 MB | ≈ 5 MB |
| Common use | Logic Pro, GarageBand, mastering | CD archiving, audiophiles, Bandcamp, Qobuz |
| Metadata (title, cover art) | Yes | Yes |
Frequently asked questions
Does converting AIFF to FLAC lose quality?
No: FLAC is a lossless format. The sound of the converted file is strictly identical to that of the original AIFF.
Is the AIFF to FLAC converter free?
Yes, with no limit on the number of files, no sign-up and no watermark. Each file can be up to 200 MB.
Are my AIFF files uploaded to the internet?
No. The AIFF to FLAC conversion is performed by FFmpeg directly in your browser (WebAssembly). Your files never leave your computer or phone.
How do I convert AIFF to FLAC on iPhone or Android?
Open this page in Safari or Chrome, tap the drop area, select your AIFF file (from Files, Voice Memos, Downloads or WhatsApp), then tap "Convert". The FLAC downloads to your files.
Can I convert several AIFF files at once?
Yes, add all your files in one go. They are converted one after another and a button lets you download everything as a .zip archive.