ALAC to AAC Converter
Convert ALAC files to AAC 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 ALAC to AAC
- Click "Choose files" or drag your ALAC files onto the page.
- Make sure "AAC" is selected as the output format (192 kbps is a good default).
- Optionally click Edit to trim, adjust volume or add effects.
- Click Convert, then Download your AAC files.
Why convert ALAC to AAC?
AAC files are typically 5-10x smaller than ALAC, making them ideal for phones, sharing and streaming.
AAC is best for streaming, broadcast and devices that need a raw AAC stream. Most phones, browsers, smart TVs and media players.
Will I lose quality?
AAC is a lossy format, so some inaudible detail is removed to save space. At 192 kbps or higher most listeners cannot tell the difference from the original ALAC.
ALAC vs AAC
| ALAC | AAC | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Apple Lossless Audio Codec | Advanced Audio Coding (ADTS) |
| Type | lossless | lossy |
| Best for | lossless music on iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Music | streaming, broadcast and devices that need a raw AAC stream |
| Typical size | ~5-6 MB at 16-bit / 44.1 kHz per minute | ~1.4 MB at 192 kbps per minute |
| Compatibility | All Apple devices, iTunes, VLC, foobar2000 and most modern players. | Most phones, browsers, smart TVs and media players. |
| Developed by | Apple (2004) | MPEG (1997) |
ALAC to AAC: questions
How do I convert ALAC to AAC?
Open this page, add your ALAC file, make sure AAC is selected as the output format and click Convert. Your AAC file is ready to download in seconds.
Will converting ALAC to AAC lose quality?
AAC is a lossy format, so some inaudible detail is removed to save space. At 192 kbps or higher most listeners cannot tell the difference from the original ALAC.
Is this ALAC to AAC 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 ALAC files to AAC 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 ALAC and AAC?
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. AAC (Advanced Audio Coding (ADTS)) is a compressed (lossy) format: raw AAC audio stream. The successor to MP3 used by YouTube, iPhone and digital radio.
Does it work on Mac, Windows, iPhone and Android?
Yes. The ALAC to AAC converter runs in any modern browser - Chrome, Safari, Edge or Firefox - on desktop and mobile. No software to install.