Audio format
.flac
Lossless audio compression format favored by audiophiles.
- Category
- Audio
- Best for
- Archival audio
- Extension
- .flac
When to use it
Use FLAC when archival audio. It is the right pick whenever those constraints apply.
When to avoid it
Reach for an alternative format in the audio category when your workflow has different priorities — see related formats below.
Related audio formats