Your Audio

Platform

Current integrated loudness (LUFS) Negative number, e.g. -18.0

Current true peak (dBTP) Negative number, e.g. -3.0

Style (optional)

Target style

Ctrl+Enter to calculate (Cmd+Enter on Mac)

Example Output

Target Settings

PlatformYouTube
Content styleVlog
Target loudness-14.0 LUFS
Max true peak-1.0 dBTP
Your current LUFS-18.0 LUFS
Your current peak-3.0 dBTP
Gain change needed+4.0 dB
Est. peak after gain+1.0 dBTP

Peak exceeds target. After gain, your estimated peak is +1.0 dBTP (target max is -1.0 dBTP). Use a limiter or reduce gain slightly to stay within spec.

Example: YouTube loudness analysis for a typical vlog. Enter your own values and click Calculate to see your personalised result.

Target Settings

Platform loudness standards change over time. These are practical starting points, not official specifications. Always check with a loudness meter before final export.

Enter your current loudness readings and press Calculate to see recommendations.

Quick Reference: Platform Targets

Platform	Target LUFS	Max True Peak	Notes
YouTube	-14	-1.0 dBTP	Normalises down to -14; quieter audio is not boosted
YouTube Shorts	-14	-1.0 dBTP	Same normalisation as standard YouTube
TikTok	-14	-1.0 dBTP	Mobile-first; avoid low loudness
Instagram Reels	-14	-1.0 dBTP	Similar normalisation to TikTok
Podcast	-16	-1.5 dBTP	Apple standard; Spotify uses -14

How to Use

Step 1

Measure your audio

Use the loudness meter in your editor (DaVinci Resolve, Premiere Pro, Audacity with a loudness plugin) to find your current integrated LUFS and true peak values.

Step 2

Enter readings and platform

Paste your LUFS and true peak numbers into the form, then pick where you are publishing. Optionally set a content style for more targeted advice.

Step 3

Apply the gain change

Copy the results and apply the suggested gain change in your editor. If the tool warns about clipping, use a limiter before adding gain.

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