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Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers about downloading, converting, and using Scdown across every format and device.
General
What is Scdown?
Scdown is a free online SoundCloud downloader and converter. Paste a link to a track, playlist, or album and get back an MP3, WAV, or FLAC file — no account or software required to get started.
How does the SoundCloud downloader actually work?
Scdown reads the audio stream directly from SoundCloud's public servers, processes it on our end, and returns a downloadable file with the correct title, artist, and artwork already attached.
Is it legal to download music from SoundCloud?
Downloading is intended for personal, offline listening of content you already have the right to access. Always respect the rights of artists and labels, and support the creators you listen to.
Is Scdown safe to use?
Yes. Scdown is entirely browser-based — there's no installer, no executable file, and nothing added to your device beyond the audio or image file you asked for.
What makes Scdown different from other SoundCloud downloaders?
Scdown combines MP3, WAV, and FLAC conversion, a full playlist downloader, and a high-resolution artwork downloader in one place, without forced installs or aggressive ads.
Formats & Audio Quality
What audio formats can I download?
MP3 is available to everyone for free. Lossless WAV and FLAC exports are available to Scdown Supporters.
What's the difference between MP3, WAV, and FLAC?
MP3 is compressed and smaller in size. WAV is fully uncompressed. FLAC is also lossless but compressed without losing any audio data — both WAV and FLAC keep more detail than MP3, which matters for mixing and critical listening.
What bitrate do free downloads come in?
Free MP3 downloads are standard 128kbps. Supporters can unlock 320kbps MP3 for noticeably cleaner audio.
Can I download songs from SoundCloud that aren't officially downloadable?
In most cases, yes. Scdown reads the public stream directly, so a missing download button on the original track usually isn't a blocker.
Playlists & Albums
Can I download an entire SoundCloud playlist at once?
Yes — paste the playlist or album link into the SoundCloud Playlist Downloader and every track gets indexed for download, individually or as a batch ZIP for Supporters.
Does this work for DJ sets and mixtapes?
Yes, anything structured as a SoundCloud playlist or set — DJ mixes, compilations, and artist albums — works the same way.
Can I download a private SoundCloud playlist?
If you have the private share link containing the secret token, Scdown can usually read it. Fully private, locked accounts can't be accessed.
Mobile & Devices
Does Scdown work on iPhone?
Yes. Open Safari, paste the SoundCloud link, and download — the file saves to your iPhone's Files app.
Does Scdown work on Android?
Yes, the same way — open it in Chrome, paste the link, and the download lands in your Downloads folder.
Do I need to install an app?
No. Scdown works entirely inside your mobile or desktop browser — there's no app to install on any platform.
Account & Supporter Access
Do I need an account to download music?
No. Standard MP3 downloads work without creating an account. An account is only needed to activate Supporter features.
What do I get as a Supporter?
Supporters unlock 320kbps MP3, lossless WAV and FLAC exports, one-click batch playlist downloads, and priority processing servers.
Is Supporter access a recurring subscription?
No. Both the 1-month and 3-month passes are one-time payments through Ko-fi that never auto-renew.