YouTube to MP3 Converter
Paste a YouTube link and download the audio as a high-quality MP3 — free, fast, no signup.
xtractmp3 turns YouTube videos into MP3 audio files in seconds. Paste a link, pick MP3, and download — no desktop converter, no browser extension, and no account required.
It works with full youtube.com links, youtu.be short links, YouTube Shorts and YouTube Music URLs, so whichever you copied will convert.
How to convert YouTube to MP3
- 1Copy the YouTube video link (from the Share button or the address bar).
- 2Paste it into the box above and make sure MP3 is selected.
- 3Click Convert, then download your MP3.
Music, podcasts and lectures you can keep offline
An MP3 lets you listen on a flight, in the car, or on a device without the app — songs, full podcast episodes, lectures, mixes and interviews all work. We extract the audio at the best bitrate the source allows so it sounds the way it should, and long videos convert fine; they just take a little longer to process.
What quality to expect
MP3 output reflects the source audio, up to 320 kbps where available. A converter can't add quality that isn't in the original upload, but it won't add extra loss either. Please only download content you have the rights to — for personal, offline use.
YouTube to MP3 — FAQ
Is the YouTube to MP3 converter free?+
Yes. Your first conversion is free with no account. A free account removes limits and ads, and Pro adds one-click direct downloads.
Do I need software or an extension?+
No. Everything runs in your browser on desktop and mobile — paste a link, pick MP3, and download.
Does it work with YouTube Shorts and YouTube Music?+
Yes. Shorts, youtu.be short links and YouTube Music URLs all convert to MP3.
What's the maximum quality?+
Up to 320 kbps MP3, depending on the audio in the original video.