WebM is the video format used by many browsers, screen recorders and web apps. Convert WebM to MP3 to save the audio as a file that plays on phones, car stereos and music apps that do not understand WebM.
WebM vs MP3: what changes
WebM files usually store sound as Opus or Vorbis, which are efficient but not supported by many players, especially on Apple devices and in cars. MP3 is the most compatible audio format in the world. Converting re-encodes the sound to a 192 kbps MP3 and drops the picture.
When to convert WebM to MP3
Use it for browser screen recordings, meeting recordings exported as WebM, voice recordings from web tools, or WebM clips whose sound you want in your music library.
Before you convert
Opus audio is already compressed, so the MP3 cannot sound better than the source. Only convert recordings you made or have the right to use.
Common problems and fixes
My browser recording only gave me a .webm
Online voice recorders and screen recorders often save WebM. Converting gives you an MP3 that plays in any app.
The MP3 starts with a few seconds of silence
Recordings often include the moment before you started speaking. Trim it in an audio editor after converting.
Upload fails for a long meeting recording
Very long WebM meetings can exceed 200 MB. Download the audio-only version from your meeting tool if it offers one.
WebM to MP3: output details
| You upload | WebM (.webm), usually from browser and OBS screen recordings |
|---|---|
| You get | MP3 at 192 kbps |
| Kept | full length; one stereo or mono track |
| Size limit | 200 MB per file |
Frequently asked questions
Does WebM always contain audio?
No. Some WebM files, such as short animations, have no sound track. Those cannot be converted to MP3.
Can I convert a WebM audio-only file?
Yes. Audio-only WebM files work the same way and produce an MP3.