WAV to MP3
Convert WAV files to MP3 in seconds, for free. Nothing to install.
Files are deleted from the server automatically after 1 h.
Why convert WAV to MP3?
- MP3 files are usually several times smaller than WAV — faster to send and upload.
- MP3 is one of the most widely supported formats — it opens almost anywhere.
You don't need to install any software to convert WAV to MP3. Upload your file, choose MP3 and download the result a few seconds later. The conversion runs on our servers and your file is deleted automatically after 1 h.
WAV vs MP3: comparison
| Feature | WAVWaveform Audio File | MP3MPEG-1 Audio Layer III |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | Microsoft & IBM | Fraunhofer IIS / MPEG |
| Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Type | audio | audio |
| Compression | uncompressed | lossy |
| Opens with | VLC, Windows Media Player, iTunes / Apple Music | VLC, Windows Media Player, iTunes / Apple Music |
Tip: choose the bitrate. 128 kbps is enough for speech; 320 kbps is the best quality for music.
How it works
- Choose or drop your WAV file.
- Pick MP3 as the output format.
- Click “Convert” and download your file.
WAV to MP3: questions and answers
Will quality be lost when converting WAV to MP3?
MP3 uses compression, but at the default settings the difference is hard to hear or see. You can choose a higher bitrate in Options.
How long does WAV to MP3 conversion take?
It depends on the length: a short file takes a few seconds, a long video can take a few minutes. Progress is shown as a percentage.
What is the maximum WAV file size?
Up to 200 MB per file and up to 20 files at once — for free.
Can I convert WAV to MP3 on my phone?
Yes. TezConvert works in any browser on Android and iPhone — no app needed.
How do I open a MP3 file?
MP3 files open in: VLC, Windows Media Player, iTunes / Apple Music.
Are my files safe?
Files are used only for the conversion, never shown to anyone, and deleted automatically after 1 h. The original is deleted right after conversion.
⇄ Need the opposite? Convert MP3 to WAV →