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AIFF to CAF - Online Audio Converter
Convert AIFF to CAF online. Private, client-side - no uploadrequired. Batch conversion, quality presets, codec control.
Convert AIFF to CAF
Drop AIFF audio here or click to select
AIFF, AIF
CAF (PCM 16-bit)
About AIFF to CAF
Convert AIFF to CAF. AIFF is Apple's IFF-based counterpart to WAV with PCM audio. CAF is Apple's 64-bit container for large recordings beyond WAV limits. Few Windows tools open it; convert WAV for sharing..
Why convert AIFF to CAF?
- Larger files than lossy shares with CAF uncompressed quality.
- Keep quality where supported.
- Private, no upload - runs in your browser.
AIFF vs CAF
| Codec | PCM 16-bit | PCM 16-bit |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | uncompressed | uncompressed |
| Sample behavior | Full quality kept | Full quality kept |
| Typical use | AIFF is Apple's IFF-based counterpart to WAV with PCM audio. | CAF is Apple's 64-bit container for large recordings beyond WAV limits. |
When not to convert AIFF to CAF
- Skip CAF for the smallest share: lossless output stays large, so prefer a lossy target when sending AIFF files.
- Keep a master copy: repeated exports stack small losses, so archive AIFF before batch CAF shares.
Limits
Starting point: AIFF - AIFF is Apple's IFF-based counterpart to WAV with PCM audio. Metadata support is thinner than WAV's; check tags after conversion. Few Windows tools open it; convert WAV for sharing. Encode CAF (PCM 16-bit) from AIFF at 256k for music or 128k for speech, starting from the master.
How conversion works
Conversion runs entirely in your browser with FFmpeg WASM. Files never leave your device.
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FAQ
How do I convert AIFF to CAF?
Drop your AIFF file onto this page, choose quality and codec settings, then click Convert. The result downloads as CAF instantly. All processing runs in your browser.
What codec is used for CAF?
The default codec for CAF is PCM 16-bit. You can change audio parameters in Advanced mode.
How do you store my files?
We do not store any processed audio. All conversion happens entirely in your browser using FFmpeg WASM.