APE to ALAC Converter
Convert APE 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 APE to ALAC
- Click "Choose files" or drag your APE 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 APE to ALAC?
Both formats are lossless, so the audio is preserved bit-for-bit - only the container and compatibility change.
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?
APE and ALAC are both high-quality formats, so the conversion preserves your audio.
APE vs ALAC
| APE | ALAC | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Monkey's Audio | Apple Lossless Audio Codec |
| Type | lossless | lossless |
| Best for | lossless archives | lossless music on iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Music |
| Typical size | ~5 MB per minute | ~5-6 MB at 16-bit / 44.1 kHz per minute |
| Compatibility | foobar2000 and VLC only - convert to FLAC or MP3 for wider support. | All Apple devices, iTunes, VLC, foobar2000 and most modern players. |
| Developed by | - | Apple (2004) |
APE to ALAC: questions
How do I convert APE to ALAC?
Open this page, add your APE file, make sure ALAC is selected as the output format and click Convert. Your ALAC file is ready to download in seconds.
Will converting APE to ALAC lose quality?
APE and ALAC are both high-quality formats, so the conversion preserves your audio.
Is this APE 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 APE 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 APE and ALAC?
APE (Monkey's Audio) is a lossless format, a highly compressed lossless format popular for music archives. 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 APE to ALAC converter runs in any modern browser - Chrome, Safari, Edge or Firefox - on desktop and mobile. No software to install.