How to Extract Audio from MOV Files?

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1. Using Free HD Video Converter Factory

2. Using VLC Media Player

3. Extracting Audio from MOV Online

Have you ever been addicted to a MOV file with a soundtrack so good you wished you could listen to it on repeat? Maybe it's a background score from a short film or a podcast you want to listen to offline. Whatever the case, extracting audio from MOV files is a practical solution.

Next, I'll walk you through three effective methods to rip audio from MOV files without breaking a sweat. So, let's get started!

Method 1: Using Free HD Video Converter Factory

WonderFox Free HD Video Converter Factory is not just a free simple video converter as the name implies, but an all-round video processing toolkit integrated with multiple practical features, enabling you to edit and extract audio from MOV files efficiently.

Step 1. DownloadDownload, install, and run the freeware. Then open "Converter".

Step 2. Click "Add Files" or drag and drop MOV files into the "Converter" interface.

Step 3. Open the full list of 500+ optimized presets on the right side. Go to the Audio" category and select any one of a dozen of audio formats like MP3, FLAC, WMA, etc.

Step 4. Select a destination folder and hit "Run" to extract audio from MOV files.

Optional. Before the conversion, you can also extract audio segments from a full-length MOV video. Simply click on the scissors icon to open the "Trim" window, use the two sliders or enter Start/End time to determine the segments you want, then click the green "Trim" button to split the video into parts. Click OK and hit Run button to extract audio segments from MOV videos.

Method 2: Using VLC Media Player

It would be a pity if you only use VLC as a universal player, as it possesses some hidden features under the hood which you can use every day, and that also include, of course, ripping audio from MOV file.

Step 1. Run VLC, click "Media" menu and select "Convert/Save" option.

Step 2. Click "+ Add" button to add a MOV video. Then click "Convert/Save" button.

Step 3. Select "Audio - MP3", "Audio - FLAC" or "Audio - CD" (WAV format) option in the "Profile" section.

Step 4. Press "Browse" button to choose a destination folder.

Step 5. Finally, click "Start" button to strip audio from MOV in VLC.

Method 3: Extracting Audio from MOV Online

You can also turn to some online audio extractors to rip audio from MOV online without any software required if you have a stable Internet connection. Just remember, do not exceed the file size limit and be patient for the online processing.

I've listed some representative websites below for your reference to extract audio from MOV files. Generally, upload MOV file > select desired audio section > select an audio format > wait for the processing > download the audio file.

https://audio.online-convert.com/convert/mov-to-mp3
https://online-audio-converter.com/
https://clideo.com/cut-audio

Final Words...

By contrast, if you want a more reliable and robust solution, Free HD Video Converter Factory is definitely the best choice. Apart from extracting audio from MOV files on Windows 10/11, it also works as a functional video/audio processor that helps you download, edit and convert A/V files without difficulty. And you can't believe it's completely free.

Just downloadJust download the freeware and start your work. Hopefully, this post is more helpful to you guys. Thanks for reading!