When uploading from your computer, prioritize lossless formats to ensure your listeners get the best audio fidelity. Introduction to SoundCloud
Open-source clients like Auryo allow users to listen to music or podcasts while working without having to keep a browser tab open, which can sometimes be memory-intensive. soundcloud desktop
Discontinued. SoundCloud officially deprecated the standalone desktop app around 2017–2018. The company shifted focus entirely to its mobile apps and web-based platform. You cannot download an official, working version of the legacy desktop app from SoundCloud today. Unlike many of its competitors, SoundCloud has historically
Unlike many of its competitors, SoundCloud has historically focused on its browser-based experience rather than a singular, official standalone application. This web-based "desktop" platform is where the most powerful tools for artists and listeners reside: Unlike many of its competitors
For over a decade, SoundCloud has been the digital heartbeat of underground music, indie artists, and podcasters. While most users access the platform via a mobile app or a web browser, the term usually refers to two distinct things: the progressive web app (PWA) experience on a computer, and the now-defunct but legendary SoundCloud Desktop Application (for Windows and Mac).
| Feature | Desktop (Web/PWA) | Mobile App | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | 256kbps AAC | 128kbps AAC (192kbps on Go+) | | Offline Listening | No | Yes (Go+/Next only) | | Upload Music | Yes | No | | Comment Scrubbing | Best (see comments on waveform) | Limited | | Background Play | Yes (if browser open) | Yes (native) | | Battery Drain | High (laptop) | Low |