APE to FLAC Converter
Convert APE files to FLAC 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 FLAC
- Click "Choose files" or drag your APE files onto the page.
- Make sure "FLAC" is selected as the output format.
- Optionally click Edit to trim, adjust volume or add effects.
- Click Convert, then Download your FLAC files.
Why convert APE to FLAC?
Both formats are lossless, so the audio is preserved bit-for-bit - only the container and compatibility change.
FLAC is best for hi-fi music collections, archiving CDs and lossless streaming. Supported by Android, iOS 11+, Windows 10+, macOS, most hi-fi players and browsers.
Will I lose quality?
APE and FLAC are both high-quality formats, so the conversion preserves your audio.
APE vs FLAC
| APE | FLAC | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Monkey's Audio | Free Lossless Audio Codec |
| Type | lossless | lossless |
| Best for | lossless archives | hi-fi music collections, archiving CDs and lossless streaming |
| 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. | Supported by Android, iOS 11+, Windows 10+, macOS, most hi-fi players and browsers. |
| Developed by | - | Xiph.Org Foundation (2001) |
APE to FLAC: questions
How do I convert APE to FLAC?
Open this page, add your APE file, make sure FLAC is selected as the output format and click Convert. Your FLAC file is ready to download in seconds.
Will converting APE to FLAC lose quality?
APE and FLAC are both high-quality formats, so the conversion preserves your audio.
Is this APE to FLAC 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 FLAC 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 FLAC?
APE (Monkey's Audio) is a lossless format, a highly compressed lossless format popular for music archives. FLAC (Free Lossless Audio Codec) is a lossless format: lossless compression that shrinks audio to roughly 50-60% of WAV size without losing a single bit of quality.
Does it work on Mac, Windows, iPhone and Android?
Yes. The APE to FLAC converter runs in any modern browser - Chrome, Safari, Edge or Firefox - on desktop and mobile. No software to install.