Y2Meta YouTube to MP3 Converter
Turn any YouTube video into MP3 audio, from 64 up to 320 kbps.
- MP3 320 kbps
- 5 bitrate options
- No sign-up
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Your file
The file opens in a new tab. If it starts playing, use the ⋮ or Share menu to save it.
Convert YouTube videos to MP3 online
The Y2Meta MP3 converter keeps only the sound of a YouTube video. It is a simple way to take music, talks and lessons with you and listen without a connection.
It works the same on a phone and on a computer. When the video details appear, MP3 at 320 kbps is already selected, so in most cases one tap on Download is all you need. The file plays in any music app, on a computer or in the car.
What you can save as MP3
- Songs and music videos Keep the tracks you play again and again.
- Podcasts and interviews Listen on the way to work, even with no signal.
- Lectures and lessons Review a class or a tutorial while you do something else.
- Sound from Shorts Save a short clip's audio the same way as a long video.
How to convert YouTube to MP3
Copy the link
Tap Share under the video and choose Copy link, or copy the address on a computer.
Paste and pick a bitrate
Paste the link above. MP3 320 kbps is selected; you can also pick 256, 192, 128 or 64 kbps.
Download the MP3
Tap Download or any bitrate. The audio opens in a new tab, ready to save.
MP3 or MP4?
MP3
- What you get
- Sound only
- Best for
- Music and listening offline
- Works on
- Almost every phone, computer and player
- Typical use
- Songs, podcasts and lessons
MP4
- What you get
- Picture and sound
- Best for
- Watching the video
- Works on
- Almost every phone, tablet, computer and TV
- Typical use
- Clips, tutorials and Shorts
In most cases an MP3 is much smaller than the same video as MP4.
MP3 converter questions
How do I convert a YouTube video to MP3?
Copy the video link, paste it in the box at the top of this page and keep MP3 selected. Then tap Download, and the audio opens in a new tab.
Which MP3 quality should I pick?
320 kbps is selected for you and suits most people. You can also pick 256, 192, 128 or 64 kbps if you prefer.
Can I convert long videos, like podcasts or mixes?
Yes. Long podcasts, mixes and audiobooks work too. You see the file size first, and the audio opens as soon as you tap Download.
Do YouTube Music and Shorts links work?
Yes. Paste a YouTube Music link or a Shorts link the same way as a normal video link, and Y2Meta reads the video from it.
How do I find the MP3 on my phone?
On Android, if the audio starts playing, tap ⋮ and then Download; the MP3 goes to the Downloads folder. On iPhone, tap the Share icon and choose Save to Files. From there you can move the MP3 to your music app.
Is the MP3 converter free?
Yes. Y2Meta is free to use, with no account and no app to install.