FLAC file format

Free Lossless Audio Codec · Audio · .flac

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FLAC compresses audio without losing any quality, typically to about half the size of WAV.

Technical details

Full nameFree Lossless Audio Codec
File extension.flac
MIME typeaudio/flac
Audio codecs we exportFLAC (lossless)
Best forLossless music libraries and audiophiles

Last updated 2026-11-13

FLAC conversions

FLAC FAQ

What is a FLAC file?

FLAC (Free Lossless Audio Codec) is an audio format. FLAC compresses audio without losing any quality, typically to about half the size of WAV.

How do I open a FLAC file?

Most modern players such as VLC open FLAC files. If yours doesn't, convert it to MP3 above, which plays on every device.

How do I convert a FLAC file?

Drop the file into the converter on this page, choose the output format and click “Convert & download”. It's free and runs in your browser without uploading.

What is FLAC best for?

Lossless music libraries and audiophiles.