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YouTube to MP3
Download audio from any YouTube video. No ads, no malware, no signup.
yt-dlp engine — up to 320kbps, no length limits
Input
Up to 320kbps
High-quality MP3 audio extraction. Best available bitrate from the source.
No Length Limits
Download 3-minute songs or 3-hour lectures. No duration restrictions.
Safe & Private
No ads, no malware, no tracking. Files are deleted after download.
Fast Processing
Server-side extraction with yt-dlp. Most videos ready in seconds.
How It Works
Paste URL
Paste any YouTube video URL. Works with youtube.com and youtu.be links.
Extract audio
Our server extracts the audio track and converts it to high-quality MP3.
Download MP3
Click download to save the MP3 file. Then transcribe, summarize, or share.
Use Cases
Podcast listening
Download podcast episodes from YouTube for offline listening on any device.
Music practice
Extract audio from tutorials and practice tracks for instruments or vocals.
Language learning
Download foreign-language content to listen offline during commute or exercise.
Content creation
Extract audio clips from YouTube for remixes, samples, or background audio.
Meeting recordings
Download audio from recorded webinars, talks, or conference presentations.
Who It's For
Music Lovers
Save favorite tracks from YouTube for offline listening on any device.
Students
Download lecture audio to study offline without burning through mobile data.
Podcasters
Extract audio from YouTube interviews and talks for your podcast workflow.
Researchers
Archive audio from talks, interviews, and conference recordings.
RunCLI vs Free Converter Sites
| Feature | RunCLI | Free converter sites |
|---|---|---|
| Ads & popups | None, ever | Aggressive ads, popups |
| Malware risk | Zero (server-side) | High (redirects, fake buttons) |
| Audio quality | Up to 320kbps | Usually 128kbps |
| Length limit | No limit | Often 10-20 min max |
| Account required | No | No |
| Mobile friendly | Yes | Broken on most phones |
Files Deleted After Download
MP3 files are temporary. Deleted automatically after you download.
No Ads, No Malware
Unlike free converter sites, we never show ads or redirect you.
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Pricing
Free tier includes 20 credits/day (~10 downloads)
Pro $20/mo (2,500 credits) · Ultra $100/mo (15,000 credits) · View plans
Do more with your audio
Transcribe the audio, summarize the video, or get AI-powered insights.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it free to use?
Free users get 20 credits daily. YouTube download costs 2 credits per video. Sign up for free to get started.
What audio quality can I get?
Up to 320kbps MP3, depending on the source video. We always extract the best available audio quality.
Is there a video length limit?
No. Download audio from a 2-minute clip or a 4-hour livestream. No restrictions.
Is it safe? No malware?
Yes. Unlike free converter sites that bombard you with ads and redirects, RunCLI processes everything server-side. No downloads, no extensions, no malware.
Do I need to install anything?
No. Everything works in your browser. No software, no browser extension, no app.
Can I download from YouTube Shorts?
Yes. Paste any YouTube URL including Shorts, and we will extract the audio.
What happens to my downloaded file?
Files are temporary and automatically deleted from our servers after download. We do not store your files.
Can I transcribe the audio after downloading?
Yes! Click 'Transcribe this audio' after downloading, and our Audio to Text tool will convert it to text with 98%+ accuracy.
Are there ads?
No. RunCLI never shows ads on any page or any plan. No ads, no paywalls, no dark patterns.