How to Download TikTok Sounds to MP3 (2026 Guide)
TikTok is home to millions of viral sounds — from catchy songs to hilarious audio clips and trending voiceovers. But the app doesn’t give you a way to download just the audio.
Whether you want to use a trending sound in your own videos, save a song you discovered on TikTok, or just listen offline, this guide covers everything you need to know.
Why Download TikTok Sounds?
There are tons of reasons people extract audio from TikTok:
- Use trending sounds in your own content — Grab the original audio to use in video edits across platforms like YouTube Shorts or Instagram Reels.
- Discover new music — TikTok is the #1 music discovery platform. Many songs go viral on TikTok before hitting mainstream. Save them before they disappear.
- Create ringtones — Turn your favorite TikTok sounds into custom phone ringtones.
- Offline listening — Save sounds to listen when you don’t have internet access.
- Podcasts and voiceovers — Some creators share valuable audio content that’s worth keeping.
Method 1: MediaTools TikTok Sound Downloader (Easiest)
This is the fastest method — works on any device with a browser.
Step 1: Find the TikTok Video
Open TikTok and find the video with the sound you want. It can be any public video.
Step 2: Copy the Link
Tap the Share button (the arrow icon) → Copy Link. The link is now on your clipboard.
Step 3: Download the Audio
- Go to MediaTools TikTok Sound Downloader.
- Paste the TikTok link into the input box.
- Click Get Video — our tool will extract the audio automatically.
- Click Download as MP3.
That’s it! The audio file saves directly to your device. No app installation, no account creation, no watermarks on the audio.
Method 2: Download Video First, Then Extract Audio
If you also want the video along with the audio:
- Download the video using our TikTok Video Downloader (no watermark).
- Use our Video to MP3 tool to extract the audio from the downloaded video.
This two-step method gives you both the clean video file AND the audio file.
Method 3: TikTok’s Built-in “Save to Music” (Limited)
TikTok lets you “Add to Favorites” for some sounds, but:
- You can only listen within the TikTok app
- You can’t download the audio file
- If the sound gets removed from TikTok, it disappears from your favorites too
- Not all sounds are available to save
Verdict: Fine for in-app use, but doesn’t actually download anything.
Method 4: Screen Recording Audio (Not Recommended)
You could screen-record while a TikTok plays, then extract the audio. But:
- Quality is significantly worse (compressed twice)
- You’ll capture notification sounds and background noise
- It’s slow and manual
- The resulting file is much larger than a direct MP3 download
Verdict: Only use this as an absolute last resort.
Tips for Finding TikTok Sounds
- Tap the spinning disc at the bottom-right of any TikTok to see the sound’s name and all videos using it.
- Search by lyrics if you don’t know the song name — TikTok’s search understands lyrics.
- Check the “Sounds” tab in TikTok Search for trending audio.
- Save sounds to favorites first so you have them bookmarked before downloading.
What Audio Quality Can I Expect?
TikTok compresses audio, so the quality won’t be lossless CD-quality. Here’s what you’ll typically get:
| Method | Quality | Format |
|---|---|---|
| MediaTools Sound Downloader | Good (128-192 kbps) | MP3 |
| Video + MP3 extraction | Good (128-192 kbps) | MP3 |
| Screen recording | Poor (variable) | M4A/MP3 |
| TikTok in-app favorites | Streaming only | N/A |
For most use cases — ringtones, personal listening, video editing — the quality from our tool is more than sufficient.
Is It Legal to Download TikTok Sounds?
Downloading for personal use is generally fine. However:
- Don’t redistribute copyrighted music commercially without proper licensing.
- Original creator audio (voiceovers, original sounds) belongs to the creator. Use with respect and credit when sharing.
- Trending songs are typically owned by record labels. Using them in personal projects is usually fine, but monetized content may get flagged by platforms’ content ID systems.
- See TikTok’s Terms of Service for their full policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I download any TikTok sound? Yes, as long as the video is public. Our tool extracts the audio track from the video itself, so any sound playing in a public TikTok can be downloaded.
Does this work on iPhone? Absolutely. Our TikTok Sound Downloader works in Safari and Chrome on iOS. No app needed — the MP3 file saves directly to your Files app.
Can I use downloaded TikTok sounds in my own videos? For personal, non-commercial use, generally yes. If you’re creating monetized content, be careful with copyrighted music — platforms like YouTube may flag it via Content ID.
What’s the difference between TikTok Sound Downloader and Video to MP3? The TikTok Sound Downloader extracts audio directly from a TikTok link in one step. The Video to MP3 tool works with any video file or URL from multiple platforms — it’s more versatile but requires a video source.
Can I download the original full song, not just the TikTok clip? No — our tool downloads the audio exactly as it appears in the TikTok video. TikTok clips are usually 15-60 seconds. For the full song, check streaming platforms like Spotify or Apple Music.
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