great app
you just need to work on the optimization cuz its a little bit laggy
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Organize and play your personal music library with this app. It transforms folders into playlists, supports numerous audio and video formats, and syncs your library across Apple devices via iCloud. Enjoy a private listening experience without ads or tracking.
✓Folder-based playlist creation
✓Supports all major audio/video formats
✓iCloud sync across Apple devices
✓Synced lyrics display
✓Gapless playback and crossfade
✓Private, ad-free experience
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What's New in Refrain
1.2.0
November 1, 2026
Refrain now speaks Dutch, Danish, Norwegian, Swedish and Finnish, Siri phrases included. If your iPhone or iPad is set to one of them, Refrain is too. NEW • With Continue Playing on, skipping the last song goes on into your library, shuffled, as the end of the queue does. FIXES • Long recordings, such as audiobooks and DJ mixes, carry on after a call or another app's sound, when your AirPods move to another device, and when you play again from the Lock Screen or the Dynamic Island, instead of showing them playing with no sound. • Dragging the progress bar in a long recording plays from where you let go, instead of jumping back and forth. • History's heading in the queue no longer sits on a band of black or white.
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Does Refrain have ads?
No, Refrain is designed to be private and does not contain any advertisements. Users can enjoy their music without interruptions.
What music formats does Refrain support?
Refrain supports a wide range of audio formats including MP3, AAC, ALAC, FLAC, WAV, AIFF, Opus, Ogg Vorbis, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, and MP2. It also plays music videos in MP4, MOV, MKV, WebM, and MPEG-TS.
How does Refrain sync music across devices?
Refrain utilizes iCloud to sync your music library, playlists, loved songs, and playback settings across your iPhone, iPad, and Mac. This ensures a consistent experience no matter which device you use.
Can I play music offline with Refrain?
Yes, you can download songs as you play them and keep entire playlists or your whole library downloaded for offline listening, making it suitable for flights or areas with no internet access.
What is the age rating for Refrain?
Refrain has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. The app focuses on music playback and library management.
How often is Refrain updated?
The latest version, 1.1.0, was released on October 29, 2026, indicating recent development activity. Users can expect ongoing support and potential future updates.
Does Refrain require an account?
No, Refrain is private by design and does not require an account. Your music never leaves your devices or your iCloud, and there is no tracking or analytics.
Can Refrain play music videos?
Yes, Refrain can play music videos in formats like MP4, MOV, MKV, WebM, and MPEG-TS, with AV1 included on iPhone 15 Pro and later models.
