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Convert OPUS to ALAC

OPUS is great for voice messages, calls and streaming at low bitrates, but ALAC is the better choice for lossless music libraries on iPhone, iPad and Mac. Convert OPUS to ALAC in seconds, right in your browser.

  • No upload — 100% private
  • Fast, lossless when possible
  • Free & unlimited
  • Works on iPhone & Android

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    How to convert OPUS to ALAC

    1. 1

      Tap Choose files and select one or more OPUS files (or drag them in).

    2. 2

      Check that ALAC is selected. Use Advanced options for bitrate, channels or trimming.

    3. 3

      Press Convert. Everything happens on your device — no upload, no waiting in a queue.

    4. 4

      Your ALAC downloads automatically. Converting several files? Grab them all as a ZIP.

    OPUS vs ALAC

    ALAC is lossless, but it can't restore detail already removed by OPUS's compression — the file just gets bigger. Convert when an app or editor requires ALAC.

    OPUSALAC
    Full nameOpus AudioApple Lossless Audio Codec
    TypeAudioAudio
    CompressionLossyLossless
    Developed byIETF / Xiph.OrgApple
    Introduced20122004
    Plays on iPhone◐ Partly / with an app✓ Yes
    Plays on Android✓ Yes◐ Partly / with an app
    Plays on Windows✓ Yes◐ Partly / with an app
    Plays on Mac✓ Yes✓ Yes

    About OPUS and ALAC

    OPUS: Opus is a modern, highly efficient codec used by WhatsApp voice notes, Discord, Zoom and WebRTC calls. It sounds excellent even at very low bitrates.

    ALAC: ALAC is Apple's lossless format. It compresses audio to roughly half the size of WAV with zero quality loss and plays natively in Apple Music, iTunes and on every iPhone. It is saved with the .m4a extension.

    Frequently asked questions

    How do I convert OPUS to ALAC on my phone?
    Open this page in your phone's browser (Safari, Chrome, Samsung Internet), tap Choose files, pick your OPUS, make sure ALAC is selected and tap Convert. The ALAC file is saved to your Downloads.
    Will converting OPUS to ALAC reduce quality?
    ALAC is lossless, but it can't restore detail already removed by OPUS's compression — the file just gets bigger. Convert when an app or editor requires ALAC.
    Is this OPUS to ALAC converter free?
    Yes — completely free with no limits on the number of files, no watermark and no account. The site is supported by ads.
    Are my files uploaded to a server?
    No. The converter runs inside your browser using WebAssembly, so your files never leave your device. That's also why it works for private and confidential recordings.

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