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Is it legal to convert audio files?

Changing the format of a file is not the issue. What matters is whether you have the right to use the recording.

Draft. This page is general information, not legal advice, and it must be reviewed by a lawyer before the site launches.

The short version

Converting a file from one format to another does not by itself break any rule. Whether it is allowed depends on the recording: who made it, who owns it, and what you plan to do with the result.

Usually fine

  • Your own recordings, such as voice memos, podcasts, music you made and videos you shot.
  • Files you have a licence or written permission to use.
  • Material in the public domain, or released under a licence that allows it.

Needs permission

Music, films and other recordings made by other people are normally protected by copyright. Rules about copying them for personal use differ from country to country, and some places allow none. Sharing or publishing them without permission is generally not allowed.

What we ask of you

Only add files you own or have permission to use. You are responsible for the files you add. If you are a rights holder and believe a file was converted here without permission, send us a removal request through the copyright page and we will act on it.

Converted files are not published or shared: only the person who added a file can download its result, and files are deleted automatically (free conversions: 1 hour).