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CAF to FLAC - Online Audio Converter
Convert CAF to FLAC online. Private, client-side - no uploadrequired. Batch conversion, quality presets, codec control.
Convert CAF to FLAC
Drop CAF audio here or click to select
CAF
FLAC (FLAC)
About CAF to FLAC
Convert CAF to FLAC. CAF is Apple's 64-bit container for large recordings beyond WAV limits. FLAC halves WAV sizes bit-for-bit with open hardware support. Apple players prefer ALAC; convert for iPhone libraries..
Why convert CAF to FLAC?
- Larger files than lossy shares with FLAC lossless quality.
- Keep quality where supported.
- Private, no upload - runs in your browser.
CAF vs FLAC
| Codec | PCM 16-bit | FLAC |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | uncompressed | lossless |
| Sample behavior | Full quality kept | Full quality kept |
| Typical use | CAF is Apple's 64-bit container for large recordings beyond WAV limits. | FLAC halves WAV sizes bit-for-bit with open hardware support. |
When not to convert CAF to FLAC
- Skip FLAC for the smallest share: lossless output stays large, so prefer a lossy target when sending CAF files.
- Keep a master copy: repeated exports stack small losses, so archive CAF before batch FLAC shares.
Limits
Starting point: CAF - CAF is Apple's 64-bit container for large recordings beyond WAV limits. Few Windows tools open it; convert WAV for sharing. Apple players prefer ALAC; convert for iPhone libraries. Encode FLAC (FLAC) from CAF 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 CAF to FLAC?
Drop your CAF file onto this page, choose quality and codec settings, then click Convert. The result downloads as FLAC instantly. All processing runs in your browser.
What codec is used for FLAC?
The default codec for FLAC is FLAC. 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.