Audacity Download: Free Audio Recording and Editing Software
Audacity 4.0.1 · for Windows, macOS and Linux
Developer: Audacity Team (opens in a new tab)
- Windows
- macOS
- Linux
The download link points to the program’s official source; the file is not hosted on this site. Link address: audacityteam.org
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Audacity is a free, open-source audio recorder and editor. The current version is 4.0.1, released on September 30, 2026; it runs on Windows 10 and 11, macOS and Linux, and its official site is audacityteam.org.
Recording a podcast, trimming a section out of a song or reducing the hiss on an old recording: for jobs like these, Audacity has been the go-to free recommendation for years.
What can you do with Audacity?
- Record: Capture audio straight from a microphone or your sound card’s input.
- Cut and combine: Select part of the waveform to cut or copy it, and layer several clips on separate tracks.
- Effects: Built-in effects include noise reduction, amplify, normalize, and speed and pitch changes.
- Export: Save your work as MP3, WAV, FLAC or OGG.
How to download and install
- The Download button opens the official download page on audacityteam.org.
- The 64-bit Windows installer is about 50 MB; the macOS and Linux versions are on the same page.
- After installing, choose your microphone under Edit > Preferences > Devices.
Good to know
For noise reduction to work well, first select a few seconds that contain only background noise and capture a “noise profile”. While you are still editing, save in Audacity’s own project format; exporting is for the finished file.
Pros
- Free and ad-free
- Multi-track editing and built-in effects
- Same interface on Windows, macOS and Linux
Cons
- Fewer real-time effect options than professional audio software
- Noise reduction needs some tuning
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Audacity free?
Yes. Audacity is open source and free to use, with no ads and no trial period.
Can Audacity save MP3 files?
Yes. You can export your work directly to MP3 from the Export menu; no separate plugin is needed.
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