About Audacity
Audacity records and edits audio with multitrack editing, effects and export options. It is a common starting point for podcasters and voice creators.
Key features
✓ Multitrack editing
✓ Effects and noise reduction
✓ Recording support
✓ Export to common formats
✓ Cross-platform
System & download checklist
- Supported OS
- A microphone or audio source for recording
- Download from the official site
Supported platforms
WindowsmacOSLinux
Considered alternatives
Vytrixe keeps comparison coverage focused: these alternatives are commonly weighed against Audacity and are covered on the site where relevant.
| Alternative | Note |
|---|---|
| Ocenaudio | Consider alongside your platform, privacy and budget priorities. |
| Waveform Free | Consider alongside your platform, privacy and budget priorities. |
| Ardour | Consider alongside your platform, privacy and budget priorities. |