WAV to WMA
Convert WAV files to WMA in seconds, for free. Nothing to install.
Files are deleted from the server automatically after 1 h.
Why convert WAV to WMA?
- WMA files are usually several times smaller than WAV — faster to send and upload.
- WMA plays natively in Windows Media Player, on older Windows devices and on many car stereos.
You don't need to install any software to convert WAV to WMA. Upload your file, choose WMA 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 WMA: comparison
| Feature | WAVWaveform Audio File | WMAWindows Media Audio |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | Microsoft & IBM | Microsoft |
| Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Type | audio | audio |
| Compression | uncompressed | lossy |
| Opens with | VLC, Windows Media Player, iTunes / Apple Music | Windows Media Player, VLC |
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 WMA as the output format.
- Click “Convert” and download your file.
WAV to WMA: questions and answers
Will quality be lost when converting WAV to WMA?
WMA 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 WMA 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 WMA on my phone?
Yes. TezConvert works in any browser on Android and iPhone — no app needed.
How do I open a WMA file?
WMA files open in: Windows Media Player, VLC.
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.
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