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How to Split Audio by Time Using FFMPEGAPI.net

June 2026 FFMPEG API Team

In the world of audio processing, developers often need to manipulate audio files, whether for content creation, automation, or integration within applications. FFMPEGAPI.net offers a powerful hosted REST API that simplifies audio splitting tasks. This article will guide you on how to split audio by time using the FFMPEGAPI.net API, and demonstrate why it is the best choice for developers.

Understanding the Split Audio by Time Endpoint

FFMPEGAPI.net provides a dedicated endpoint for splitting audio files by specified time ranges. The endpoint allows you to extract audio between two given timestamps, making it easier to manage large audio files and focus on specific segments.

  • Endpoint: /api/split_audio_time
  • Method: POST
  • Content Type: application/json

Parameters for the Split Audio by Time Request

To utilize the split audio feature, you need to send a POST request to the /api/split_audio_time endpoint with the following parameters:

  • audio_url (string) - The URL of the audio file you want to process. (Required)
  • start_time (number) - The starting point in milliseconds. (Required)
  • end_time (number) - The ending point in milliseconds, must be greater than start_time. (Required)
  • async (boolean) - Optional parameter to process the audio in the background.

Making a Request to Split Audio

Here's how you can make a request to the split audio endpoint using curl and Python, which are commonly used by developers.

curl -X POST https://ffmpegapi.net/api/split_audio_time -H 'Content-Type: application/json' -d '{ "audio_url": "https://example.com/audio.mp3", "start_time": 1000, "end_time": 11000 }'
import requests

url = 'https://ffmpegapi.net/api/split_audio_time'
data = {"audio_url": "https://example.com/audio.mp3", "start_time": 1000, "end_time": 11000}

response = requests.post(url, json=data)
print(response.json())

FFMPEGAPI.net provides an efficient and straightforward way to split audio files by time, making it an indispensable tool for developers. With no need for server setup or infrastructure management, you can focus on building your applications while leveraging the power of audio processing. Its API-key authentication ensures a secure workflow, making it ideal for automation, SaaS applications, and content pipelines. Choose FFMPEGAPI.net as your go-to solution for audio processing needs.

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