About Zapsplat

A free sound effects and royalty free music library for creatives, by creatives

Used millions of times

From all around the world, over 2.6 million filmmakers, game developers, YouTubers, podcasters and other creatives download and use our royalty free sounds and music.

150k+ sound effects & growing

We add around 100 new sounds every day with new libraries being added constantly! You’ll only find professional quality sounds in our library and they’re all royalty free!

20,000 daily users

Around 20,000 people use ZapSplat.com every day. We’re proud of our creative community and the work they produce with our sounds and music.

Alan McKinney

Founder and Sound Designer

Welcome to ZapSplat.com

I am Alan, the founder of ZapSplat. It all started in 1997, when I recorded my first sound effect with a PZM microphone. I was hooked, starting an obsession with sound that would eventually lead to the creation of one of the world’s largest free sound effect libraries.

And here we are in 2023, a vast collection of sound effects and music creatives can use for free, with a growing premium selection from some of the world’s best sound designers and field recordists.

All the sound effects and music in our library are recorded by us, or we sign distribution agreements with our contributors. So you’re safe in the knowledge that any sound file you use from us is 100% safe and legal for you to use royalty-free in your projects.

Meet the ZapSplat Team

Brett Tandy

Lead Developer

I love building cool stuff and when Alan invited me to become part of a quality library like Zapsplat I jumped at the opportunity. When I'm not coding or spending time with my family, you'll find me surfing or kiting.

Justin Macleod

Customer Service and Library Curation

I am a professional sound designer and field recordist who also teaches advanced audio production. I’ve been working in the sound industry for over 15 years and work tirelessly behind the scenes making sure ZapSplat always has fresh new professional sound effects for our members.

Joe Peek

Composer and Producer

I am a professional musician and composer producing royalty free cinematic music scores for ZapSplat. My work encompasses contemporary classical compositions as well as ventures into various modern genres, showcasing my versatility and innovative approach to music production.