AIFF to ALAC Converter
Convert AIFF files to ALAC in seconds, right in your browser. Drop in one file or a whole folder, pick your quality settings and download - nothing is uploaded to a server.
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How to convert AIFF to ALAC
- Click "Choose files" or drag your AIFF files onto the page.
- Make sure "ALAC" is selected as the output format.
- Optionally click Edit to trim, adjust volume or add effects.
- Click Convert, then Download your ALAC files.
Why convert AIFF to ALAC?
ALAC is best for lossless music on iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Music. All Apple devices, iTunes, VLC, foobar2000 and most modern players.
Will I lose quality?
AIFF and ALAC are both high-quality formats, so the conversion preserves your audio.
AIFF vs ALAC
| AIFF | ALAC | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Audio Interchange File Format | Apple Lossless Audio Codec |
| Type | uncompressed | lossless |
| Best for | Logic Pro, GarageBand, Final Cut and professional Mac workflows | lossless music on iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Music |
| Typical size | ~10 MB at 16-bit / 44.1 kHz per minute | ~5-6 MB at 16-bit / 44.1 kHz per minute |
| Compatibility | macOS, iOS, Logic, Pro Tools and most professional audio software. | All Apple devices, iTunes, VLC, foobar2000 and most modern players. |
| Developed by | Apple (1988) | Apple (2004) |
AIFF to ALAC: questions
How do I convert AIFF to ALAC?
Open this page, add your AIFF file, make sure ALAC is selected as the output format and click Convert. Your ALAC file is ready to download in seconds.
Will converting AIFF to ALAC lose quality?
AIFF and ALAC are both high-quality formats, so the conversion preserves your audio.
Is this AIFF to ALAC converter free and safe?
Yes. It's free with no watermark or sign-up. Files are processed locally in your browser, so your audio is never uploaded or stored on our servers.
Can I convert many AIFF files to ALAC at once?
Yes - add up to 5 files at a time on the free plan (unlimited with Pro), convert them all with one click and download them as a ZIP.
What is the difference between AIFF and ALAC?
AIFF (Audio Interchange File Format) is a uncompressed format, apple's uncompressed audio format - the Mac equivalent of WAV with full metadata support. ALAC (Apple Lossless Audio Codec) is a lossless format: apple's lossless format. Same perfect quality as FLAC but plays natively in Apple Music and on every iPhone.
Does it work on Mac, Windows, iPhone and Android?
Yes. The AIFF to ALAC converter runs in any modern browser - Chrome, Safari, Edge or Firefox - on desktop and mobile. No software to install.