How to extract audio from a video
- Choose a video from your phone or computer — a saved reel, story, WhatsApp video or screen recording.
- The sound appears as a waveform. Press play to listen, and drag or type the start and end to keep only the part you want.
- Add a fade in or out if you like, and pick MP3 (smaller) or WAV (lossless).
- Click Extract & download audio.
Good uses
- Save the voice-over or original sound from your own reels to reuse in new posts.
- Turn a recorded lecture, speech or meeting video into an audio file you can listen to on the go.
- Make a ringtone or WhatsApp status clip from a video you recorded.
Respect copyright: popular songs in reels belong to their owners — for your posts, pick music from Instagram's library. Everything happens on your device. To cut an audio file instead, use the MP3 cutter; to make a looping clip, try the boomerang maker.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get the sound from an Instagram reel?
Save the reel to your phone first (for your own reels, use “Download” in Instagram; for others, only if the creator allows it), then open the video here. This tool doesn't download from Instagram links — it works on video files you already have.
Which video formats work?
MP4 (including phone and WhatsApp videos), MOV from iPhones, WebM and MKV. If a file doesn't open, try the latest Chrome or Edge, which support the most formats.
Can I use the extracted song in my own reel?
Only if you have the rights to it. Music in reels is usually copyrighted; for posting, add the song from Instagram's own music library instead. Your own voice-overs and original sounds are fine to reuse.
Is my video uploaded?
No. The sound is extracted and encoded on your device, so the video never leaves your phone or computer.
Last updated: 25 September 2026Suggest an improvement · Report a problem