Video to MP3 style workflow
Paste a URL and select an audio format when you do not need the video stream.
YouTube to MP3 for Windows
Need the audio only? Paste a YouTube (or other supported) link, choose MP3 or another listed audio format, and save it to your PC.
- Extract or save audio from supported video/audio links
- Choose MP3, M4A, or WAV when available
- Works alongside full video downloads in MP4 and more
Windows only for now · macOS coming later
Audio download highlights
Music & podcasts
Useful for tracks and spoken content from YouTube and audio-friendly sites such as SoundCloud when supported.
Lawful personal use
Only save audio you own, have permission to download, or that is otherwise lawfully available.
How to save YouTube audio as MP3
1
Paste the link
Copy a YouTube URL into Ballad VideoDownloader.
2
Choose an audio format
Select MP3 (or M4A / WAV if listed) instead of a video container.
3
Download the file
Start the download and open the folder to play the audio offline.
FAQs
Can I download YouTube as MP3?
Yes when the app lists MP3 or another audio format for that link.
Is YouTube to MP3 legal?
Only for personal, lawful use—content you own, have permission to save, or that is otherwise allowed. Follow copyright law and site terms.
Can I still download full videos?
Yes. Choose MP4 or other video formats when you want picture and sound together.
Does this work beyond YouTube?
Audio downloads also work on compatible sites such as SoundCloud, depending on the link.
Related pages
Audio downloads are for personal, lawful use only.