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Re: How can I download and convert youtube to flac in windows 11?
Converting youtube to FLAC (Free Lossless Audio Codec) is not as straightforward as converting to other audio format, and there are very few dedicated apps that support this directly. This is mainly because:
1. FLAC is a Lossless Format
FLAC files are large because they preserve audio quality exactly as it is.
Most users prefer smaller file sizes (like MP3), so fewer tools prioritize FLAC support.
2. YouTube Doesn't Provide FLAC Natively
YouTube streams audio in compressed formats like Opus or AAC, even for "high-quality" audio.
To get true FLAC, you must first download the highest-quality source (often as WAV or raw PCM), then convert it to FLAC, which most apps skip.
If your goal is to download youtube to flac format, your best free option is the AllCliipDown video downlaoder and converter app. And it is available on Windows and Mac.