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Is there a simple way to extract MP3 from YouTube on Mac
Downie is a premium, user-friendly macOS application specifically designed for downloading videos and audio from thousands of websites, with excellent optimization for YouTube. Unlike browser extensions or free online converters, Downie is a dedicated native Mac app that provides a seamless, ad-free experience with reliable performance, regular updates to bypass site changes, and support for high-quality audio downloading.
Steps for Extracting mp3 from YouTube Videos on Mac
Step 1: Copy the URL of the YouTube video you want from your browser.
Step 2: In Downie, click the "+" button in the top-left or paste (Cmd + V) directly into the app. You can also drag and drop the URL from your browser.
Step 3: Downie will immediately analyze the link. A dialog box will appear showing the available streams.
Important: Since you enabled audio download in Preferences, you can simply click "Download". Downie will download the video and automatically change it to an MP3 file in one step.
Step 4: If you didn't set automatic conversion, manually select the "Audio Only" tab in the download dialog and choose the highest quality audio stream (often labeled "m4a"), then click Download. You can then convert it later via the Queue window.
Downie streamlines extracting mp3 from YouTube Videos on Mac into a hassle-free, two-click process. Its strength lies in its set-and-forget configuration, allowing you to automate audio extraction in high quality, coupled with robust support for playlists and continuous updates that ensure long-term reliability. You can safely start converting from youtube to audio.