How to Convert a Video to MP3 (Free, on Phone or Computer)

Sometimes you only need the sound from a video: a lecture, an interview, a podcast clip or your own music. Converting the video to an MP3 file gives you a small audio file that plays on almost any device. Here are the simplest ways to do it. Option 1: Convert in your browser The Ferryclip Video to MP3 Converter works entirely inside your browser. Your file is not uploaded to a server, so it stays on your device. 1. Open the Video to MP3 Converter. 2. Choose a video or audio file from your phone or computer. 3. Press Convert to MP3 and wait while it processes. 4. Download the MP3 file. It works with formats your browser can decode, such as MP4, WebM and MOV in most browsers, for files up to 100 MB. If the MP3 encoder cannot load, you may receive a WAV file instead, which has the same sound with a larger file size. Option 2: Use a desktop app On a computer, a free media player such as VLC can convert files. Open the Media menu, choose Convert or Save, add your video, select an audio profile and start the conversion. This is a good choice for very large files. Which quality should you choose? MP3 quality is measured in kilobits per second (kbps): - 128 kbps is fine for speech, podcasts and everyday listening. - 192 kbps is a balanced choice for music. - 320 kbps is the highest common setting, with larger files. If the original sound is poor, a higher setting will not improve it, so start from the best recording you have. Troubleshooting - The file will not open: try another format, or convert it on a computer first. - The result is silent: the video may not contain an audio track. - The conversion is slow: close other tabs, or use a smaller file. A note on rights Only convert audio that you created or have permission to use. Music, interviews and videos made by other people are usually protected by copyright, even when they are free to watch online. With the right tool and a few minutes, you can turn any video you own into a lightweight audio file you can listen to anywhere.