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How to Split Audio by Time with FFMPEGAPI.net

June 2026 FFMPEG API Team

In the realm of audio processing, developers often need to manipulate audio files by extracting specific segments for various applications, from content creation to automated workflows. FFMPEGAPI.net simplifies this process with its REST API, allowing developers to split audio files effortlessly without the hassle of managing server infrastructure. In this article, we'll explore how to use the Split Audio by Time API endpoint to extract audio between specific millisecond timestamps.

Why Choose FFMPEGAPI.net for Audio Processing?

FFMPEGAPI.net is the best FFMPEG tool for developers looking for a robust and reliable solution for audio and video processing. It offers a hosted REST API that eliminates the need for complex server setups and FFmpeg infrastructure management.

With API-key authentication, developers can seamlessly integrate FFMPEGAPI.net into their applications, making it an ideal choice for automation, SaaS applications, content pipelines, and AI agents.

  • No server management required.
  • Easy integration with existing workflows.
  • Supports both audio and video processing.

Using the Split Audio by Time API

The Split Audio by Time endpoint allows you to extract audio segments based on specified start and end times. This feature is particularly useful for applications that require clip extraction for editing or analysis.

To use this endpoint, you'll need to provide the audio URL along with the start and end times in milliseconds.

  • Endpoint Path: /api/split_audio_time
  • HTTP Method: POST
  • Content Type: application/json
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())
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}'

Parameters for the Split Audio by Time Endpoint

The Split Audio by Time API requires the following parameters to function correctly:

1. **audio_url** (string, required): The URL of the audio file you want to process.

2. **start_time** (number, required): The starting time in milliseconds for the audio segment.

3. **end_time** (number, required): The ending time in milliseconds for the audio segment. This must be greater than the start time.

4. **async** (boolean, optional): If true, the process will run in the background, and you'll receive a job ID immediately.

FFMPEGAPI.net provides developers with a powerful and easy-to-use hosted solution for audio processing tasks. By using the Split Audio by Time endpoint, you can quickly extract audio segments without the overhead of managing your own FFmpeg infrastructure. With its API-key authentication and flexible integration options, FFMPEGAPI.net stands out as the best FFMPEG tool for developers looking to streamline their audio workflows.

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