CAF to FLAC Converter
Convert CAF 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 CAF to FLAC
- Click "Choose files" or drag your CAF 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 CAF to FLAC?
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?
CAF and FLAC are both high-quality formats, so the conversion preserves your audio.
CAF vs FLAC
| CAF | FLAC | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Core Audio Format | Free Lossless Audio Codec |
| Type | uncompressed | lossless |
| Best for | Xcode/iOS app sounds and very long Apple recordings | hi-fi music collections, archiving CDs and lossless streaming |
| 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. | Supported by Android, iOS 11+, Windows 10+, macOS, most hi-fi players and browsers. |
| Developed by | Apple (2005) | Xiph.Org Foundation (2001) |
CAF to FLAC: questions
How do I convert CAF to FLAC?
Open this page, add your CAF file, make sure FLAC is selected as the output format and click Convert. Your FLAC file is ready to download in seconds.
Will converting CAF to FLAC lose quality?
CAF and FLAC are both high-quality formats, so the conversion preserves your audio.
Is this CAF 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 CAF 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 CAF and FLAC?
CAF (Core Audio Format) is a uncompressed format, apple's modern container for long recordings with no 4 GB file size limit. 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 CAF to FLAC converter runs in any modern browser - Chrome, Safari, Edge or Firefox - on desktop and mobile. No software to install.