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Convert FLAC to WMA

FLAC is great for archiving CDs and hi-res music without quality loss, but WMA is the better choice for older Windows PCs and legacy media players. Convert FLAC to WMA in seconds, right in your browser.

  • No upload — 100% private
  • Fast, lossless when possible
  • Free & unlimited
  • Works on iPhone & Android

    Quality
    Advanced options
    Trim (optional)
    Use minutes:seconds, e.g. 1:05.5

    How to convert FLAC to WMA

    1. 1

      Tap Choose files and select one or more FLAC files (or drag them in).

    2. 2

      Check that WMA is selected. Use Advanced options for bitrate, channels or trimming.

    3. 3

      Press Convert. Everything happens on your device — no upload, no waiting in a queue.

    4. 4

      Your WMA downloads automatically. Converting several files? Grab them all as a ZIP.

    FLAC vs WMA

    WMA uses lossy compression, which makes the file much smaller than FLAC. Choose High quality and the difference is inaudible for most listeners.

    FLACWMA
    Full nameFree Lossless Audio CodecWindows Media Audio
    TypeAudioAudio
    CompressionLosslessLossy
    Developed byXiph.OrgMicrosoft
    Introduced20011999
    Plays on iPhone✓ Yes✕ No
    Plays on Android✓ Yes◐ Partly / with an app
    Plays on Windows✓ Yes✓ Yes
    Plays on Mac✓ Yes✕ No

    About FLAC and WMA

    FLAC: FLAC is an open lossless format that shrinks audio to 50–60% of WAV size without losing any quality. It is the favourite format of audiophiles and hi-res music stores.

    WMA: WMA is Microsoft's audio format, common on older Windows PCs, MP3 players and CD rips made with Windows Media Player.

    Frequently asked questions

    How do I convert FLAC to WMA on my phone?
    Open this page in your phone's browser (Safari, Chrome, Samsung Internet), tap Choose files, pick your FLAC, make sure WMA is selected and tap Convert. The WMA file is saved to your Downloads.
    Will converting FLAC to WMA reduce quality?
    WMA uses lossy compression, which makes the file much smaller than FLAC. Choose High quality and the difference is inaudible for most listeners.
    Is this FLAC to WMA converter free?
    Yes — completely free with no limits on the number of files, no watermark and no account. The site is supported by ads.
    Are my files uploaded to a server?
    No. The converter runs inside your browser using WebAssembly, so your files never leave your device. That's also why it works for private and confidential recordings.

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