Freesound
Share and download sounds from Freesound, a collaborative database of Creative Commons audio.
About Freesound
Freesound is a collaborative online database of Creative Commons licensed audio, intended for musicians and sound lovers to share and download sound files. It is accessible via web and iOS platforms, and includes community features like custom sound collections and generative AI usage preference settings for contributors.
Key features
- Browse and download user-shared Creative Commons licensed audio
- Create custom collections to organize saved sounds
- Set generative AI usage preferences for uploaded content
- View community ratings and metadata for sound files
- Access the platform via web browser or iOS app
Best for: Musicians, sound designers, and audio creators seeking Creative Commons licensed sound assets.
Good for
- Hosts a large, diverse library of user-contributed audio files
- Provides organizational tools like custom sound collections for users
- Includes generative AI usage preference settings for sound creators
Freesound at a glance
- Website
- freesound.org
- Category
- Music & Audio › Audio Editing & Production
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- iOS, Web
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Freesound FAQ
What type of license do sounds on Freesound use?
Sounds on Freesound are shared under Creative Commons licenses.
What platforms is Freesound accessible on?
Freesound is available via web browser and iOS mobile app.
What feature replaced Bookmarks for organizing saved sounds?
The Collections feature replaced Bookmarks for grouping saved Freesound sounds.
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