How do I convert MP3 to AAC?

Drop your MP3 file onto the converter above, make sure AAC is selected, and click Convert. When it's done, download the AAC file — it usually takes a few seconds.

Is it safe to convert MP3 to AAC here?

Yes. MP3 to AAC conversion happens entirely inside your browser using WebAssembly, so your file is never uploaded to any server.

Is the MP3 to AAC converter free?

Yes — free with no watermark. Signed-out visitors can convert 25 files a day, and a free account raises that to 250.

Will converting MP3 to AAC reduce quality?

AAC is a lossy format, but our defaults are tuned to be visually indistinguishable for most files. You can raise the quality under Options.

Can I convert multiple MP3 files at once?

Yes. Add up to 5 files at a time without an account, 10 with a free account and up to 500 on paid plans, then download them individually or as a single ZIP.

Can I convert AAC back to MP3?

Yes — use our AAC to MP3 converter. Note that converting back and forth between formats can't recover detail lost to lossy compression.

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MP3AAC

Convert MP3 to AAC

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How to convert MP3 to AAC

1
Add your MP3 files
Drag and drop MP3 files onto the converter, paste them, or click to browse. You can add several at once.
2
Choose AAC
AAC is already selected. Open Options if you want to change quality, size or metadata.
3
Convert
Click Convert. Your files are converted right in your browser in seconds.
4
Download your AAC
Download each AAC file, or everything at once as a ZIP.

MP3 vs AAC

From

MP3 · MPEG Audio Layer III

MP3 is the most compatible audio format in the world. Its lossy compression keeps music small enough to share while sounding close to CD quality.

Type: Audio
Extension: .mp3
MIME: audio/mpeg
Best for: music libraries, podcasts and audio for any device

Lossy compression

All MP3 conversions →

AAC · Advanced Audio Coding

AAC is the successor to MP3, delivering better quality at the same bitrate. It's the default audio codec on Apple devices and YouTube.

Type: Audio
Extension: .aac
MIME: audio/aac
Best for: streaming, mobile audio and video soundtracks

Lossy compression

All AAC conversions →

Need it the other way around? Convert AAC to MP3.

MP3 to AAC: frequently asked questions

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