Add album art and cover art to your FLAC files online for free. Upload your FLAC audio file and artwork image below. In just 3 clicks, your album art will be permanently embedded into your music file with perfect lossless quality preserved.
Why Add Album Art to FLAC Files with This Tool?
Missing album artwork on your FLAC music collection? This free online FLAC cover art editor makes it easy to embed album art and cover images into your lossless audio files.
- Fast & Simple: Add album art to FLAC files in seconds with just 3 clicks. No complicated setup, menus, or configuration.
- No Software Installation: Works instantly in your browser - no downloads, installations, or account registration required. Compatible with Windows, Mac, Linux, and mobile devices.
- Perfect FLAC Quality: Your FLAC files are processed without re-encoding the audio stream, preserving 100% of the original lossless quality. Only metadata is modified.
- All Image Formats: Use JPG, PNG, BMP or any common image format for your album artwork. Supports images from 500x500 up to 1400x1400 pixels.
- Free Forever: No subscriptions, hidden fees, file limits, or watermarks. Use it as much as you need for unlimited FLAC files.
- Privacy Focused: All processing happens on your device using WebAssembly. Your FLAC files and artwork images never upload to our servers.
- Universal Compatibility: Embedded album art displays in all music players including iTunes, Apple Music, VLC, foobar2000, Plex, Jellyfin, and mobile apps.
How Does Adding Album Art to FLAC Work?
FLAC files store album artwork in their metadata using the Vorbis Comments tagging system. When you add cover art with our tool:
- The image embeds into the FLAC file: Your album artwork becomes part of the audio file itself, not a separate file.
- Audio quality stays perfect: The lossless audio stream is copied without re-encoding, maintaining bit-perfect quality.
- Universal display: All music players read the embedded artwork from FLAC metadata and display it automatically.
- Portable: The album art travels with your FLAC file wherever you copy or move it - no external image files needed.
The embedded image typically adds 100-300KB to your FLAC file size depending on image resolution, but doesn't affect playback or audio fidelity.
Best Practices for FLAC Album Art
Recommended Image Size and Format
Image Size:
- 1000×1000 pixels: Recommended for best balance of quality and file size
- 500×500 pixels: Minimum acceptable (may look pixelated on high-res displays)
- 1400×1400 pixels: Maximum recommended (perfect for 4K displays without excessive file bloat)
- Always square (1:1 ratio): Music players expect album art in square format
Image Format:
- JPG: Best for photographs and most album covers (smaller file size, excellent quality)
- PNG: Use for artwork with text or sharp edges (larger files but perfect quality)
- Avoid WebP: Not universally supported by all music players despite being modern
Where to Find Album Artwork
Finding high-quality cover art for your FLAC files:
- Google Images: Search "[album name] album cover" and filter by size (Large or >1024px)
- Cover Art Archive: Official album artwork at coverartarchive.org
- Bandcamp: Right-click album covers on artist pages for high-resolution downloads
- Discogs: User-uploaded scans often include front, back covers, and inserts
- Physical media: Scan your CD or vinyl covers for authentic, high-quality artwork
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I add album art to FLAC files?
To add album art to FLAC files: 1) Upload your FLAC file using our free online tool, 2) Select your album artwork image (JPG, PNG, or other format), 3) Click "Add Album Art" to embed the artwork, 4) Download your FLAC file with embedded album art. The entire process takes about 30 seconds and preserves perfect audio quality.
How do I add cover art to FLAC files?
Adding cover art to FLAC files works the same as adding album art - the terms are interchangeable. Upload your FLAC audio file, select your cover image, click "Add Cover Art", and download. The artwork embeds into the FLAC metadata without affecting lossless audio quality.
What image formats are supported for FLAC album art?
All common image formats work including JPG (recommended for most album covers), PNG (best for artwork with text or sharp edges), BMP. Use square images (1:1 aspect ratio) at 1000×1000 pixels for optimal display quality across all music players.
Will adding album art reduce my FLAC audio quality?
No! Adding album art to FLAC files does not reduce audio quality. The lossless audio stream is copied without re-encoding, so your FLAC quality remains bit-perfect. Only the cover art metadata is added to the file. The embedded image increases file size by 100-300KB but doesn't affect sound quality at all.
Is there a file size limit for FLAC files?
Most FLAC files up to several hundred MB work perfectly. Processing time depends on file size - smaller files (under 50MB) typically complete in 10-20 seconds, while larger high-resolution FLAC files may take 30-60 seconds. The tool handles even large albums and hi-res audio without issues.
Do I need to install software to add album art to FLAC?
No software installation required. This free online tool works entirely in your web browser using WebAssembly technology. It works on Windows, Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android - any device with a modern browser. Your files process locally on your device for complete privacy.
How is this different from desktop FLAC editors?
This online tool is faster and simpler than desktop FLAC editors like Mp3tag or MusicBrainz Picard. No software download or installation required - just upload, select artwork, and download. Takes 30 seconds instead of installing and learning complex software. Perfect for quickly adding album art to individual FLAC files.
Can I add album art to multiple FLAC files?
Yes, you can add album art to as many FLAC files as you need with no limits. Process one file or thousands - it's always free. Each file is processed individually. For batch processing many files with the same artwork, desktop tools like Mp3tag may be more efficient, but this online tool excels at individual files and small batches.
Where can I find album art for my FLAC files?
Find album art from Google Images (filter by large size), Cover Art Archive (coverartarchive.org for official artwork), Bandcamp artist pages (high-res downloads), Discogs (user scans), or scan your physical CD/vinyl covers. Recommended size: 1000×1000 pixels or larger for best quality display.
What is the best image size for FLAC album art?
The best image size for FLAC album art is 1000×1000 pixels (square, 1:1 ratio). This balances display quality and file size. Minimum: 500×500 pixels (acceptable). Maximum: 1400×1400 pixels (perfect for 4K displays). Always use square images as music players expect album art in 1:1 aspect ratio.
Will the album art show up in all music players?
Yes, embedded album art in FLAC files displays in all modern music players including iTunes, Apple Music, VLC, foobar2000, Plex, Jellyfin, Windows Media Player, Winamp, and mobile music apps on iPhone and Android. The artwork embeds using the Vorbis Comments standard, which is universally supported.
Is this FLAC cover art tool really free?
Yes, completely free with zero hidden costs. No subscriptions, no file limits, no watermarks, no account registration, no premium tiers. Process unlimited FLAC files forever at no charge. The tool is ad-supported but fully functional and free to use as much as you need.
Can I add album art to FLAC files on my iPhone or Android phone?
Yes! This tool works on iPhone, iPad, and Android devices through your mobile browser (Safari, Chrome). Upload your FLAC file and artwork image, process, and download - all on your phone. No app installation needed. Mobile processing may take slightly longer than desktop but works perfectly.
Does adding album art work for high-resolution FLAC files?
Yes, this tool works with all FLAC files including high-resolution audio (24-bit/96kHz, 24-bit/192kHz, etc.). The lossless audio stream is copied without re-encoding regardless of bit depth or sample rate, so your hi-res quality remains perfect. Only metadata is modified to add the album artwork.
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