Where Audacity fits
Choose it for spoken-word editing or a straightforward recording project.
Check before you choose
Test input levels and save a project copy before applying irreversible changes to an export.
Find the right edition
Start with the destination for your device or the publisher's website. Use the current requirements and terms there to confirm the edition you need.
Compare the workflow
A media player, a timeline editor and a live production tool are not interchangeable. Begin with the format you capture and the output you need, then test a short project on your hardware.