CAF to ALAC Converter
Convert CAF 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 CAF to ALAC
- Click "Choose files" or drag your CAF 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 CAF 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?
CAF and ALAC are both high-quality formats, so the conversion preserves your audio.
CAF vs ALAC
| CAF | ALAC | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Core Audio Format | Apple Lossless Audio Codec |
| Type | uncompressed | lossless |
| Best for | Xcode/iOS app sounds and very long Apple recordings | 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, Xcode. | All Apple devices, iTunes, VLC, foobar2000 and most modern players. |
| Developed by | Apple (2005) | Apple (2004) |
CAF to ALAC: questions
How do I convert CAF to ALAC?
Open this page, add your CAF file, make sure ALAC is selected as the output format and click Convert. Your ALAC file is ready to download in seconds.
Will converting CAF to ALAC lose quality?
CAF and ALAC are both high-quality formats, so the conversion preserves your audio.
Is this CAF 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 CAF 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 CAF and ALAC?
CAF (Core Audio Format) is a uncompressed format, apple's modern container for long recordings with no 4 GB file size limit. 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 CAF to ALAC converter runs in any modern browser - Chrome, Safari, Edge or Firefox - on desktop and mobile. No software to install.