How to convert AIFF to FLAC
To convert AIFF to FLAC, upload your AIFF file, choose FLAC as the output format and press Convert. The finished FLAC file is ready to save to your phone or computer in seconds, free, with no watermark and no sign-up. Your file is deleted from our server about 30 minutes after the conversion.
This free online converter turns AIFF audio files into FLAC in your browser, with no software to install and no watermark. The conversion runs on our server using ffmpeg, and the result is ready to save to your phone or computer in seconds. Your AIFF file is deleted automatically about 30 minutes after the conversion.
Why convert AIFF to FLAC?
- Bit-perfect copy of the original
- About 40 to 60 percent smaller than WAV
- Supports tags and cover art
- Opens in: VLC, foobar2000, Android, Windows 10+, many hi-fi players and recent iOS
What to expect from this conversion
- Both formats store the sound without loss, so the audio stays identical. Only the file size and compatibility change.
- Tags such as title and artist are carried over where FLAC supports them.
AIFF vs FLAC
| Property | AIFF | FLAC |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Audio Interchange File Format | Free Lossless Audio Codec |
| Released | 1988, Apple | 2001, Xiph.Org Foundation |
| Family | Audio | Audio |
| Compression | None (uncompressed) | Lossless |
| Opens in | macOS, iTunes, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Audacity and VLC | VLC, foobar2000, Android, Windows 10+, many hi-fi players and recent iOS |
| Best for | Logic Pro and GarageBand projects; mastering and archiving on Mac | archiving a CD collection; audiophile listening |
Steps to convert AIFF to FLAC
- Drop your AIFF file onto the converter, or click to choose it.
- Check that FLAC is selected as the target format and adjust the options if you want.
- Press Convert, then save the new FLAC file to your device when it finishes.
Tips for the best result
- Choose High for music you care about and Small for voice recordings.
- Convert from the original lossless file when you have one.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert AIFF to FLAC?
Drop your AIFF file on the converter, confirm that FLAC is the target format and press Convert. When it finishes, press Save to device or download the FLAC file. No account or software is needed.
Is the AIFF to FLAC converter free?
Yes. It is free, with no watermark, no sign-up and no limit on how many files you convert. The site is supported by ads.
What should I know before converting AIFF to FLAC?
Both formats store the sound without loss, so the audio stays identical. Only the file size and compatibility change. Tags such as title and artist are carried over where FLAC supports them.
Will the sound quality change when converting AIFF to FLAC?
Both formats store the sound without loss, so the audio stays identical. Only the file size and compatibility change.
Which programs open FLAC files?
FLAC files open in VLC, foobar2000, Android, Windows 10+, many hi-fi players and recent iOS.
How large a file can I convert?
Up to 200 MB per file. Files are deleted from the server about 30 minutes after conversion, and no one looks at them.