Convert FLAC to WMA online in seconds — free, with no sign-up. WMA is lossy and ideal for legacy Windows audio; converted to MP3 for sharing. Your files are encrypted and deleted automatically after 24 hours.
FLAC
Free Lossless Audio Codec — Open-source lossless audio that's 40–60% smaller than WAV with zero quality loss.
WMA
Windows Media Audio — A Microsoft audio format with limited support outside Windows.
How to convert FLAC to WMA
- 1Upload your FLAC file
Click “Choose a file” or drag and drop your FLAC file onto the page — no sign-up or email needed.
- 2Convert to WMA
WMA is already selected as the output. Open Options to fine-tune quality if you like, then click Convert.
- 3Download your WMA file
Your WMA file is ready in seconds — click Download to save it. Files are automatically deleted after 24 hours.
FLAC vs WMA
| FLAC | WMA | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Free Lossless Audio Codec | Windows Media Audio |
| Type | Audio | Audio |
| Compression | Lossless | Lossy |
| Best for | archiving and audiophile listening | legacy Windows audio; converted to MP3 for sharing |
Frequently asked questions
Does converting FLAC to WMA lose quality?
FLAC is lossless and WMA is compressed, so a small amount of data is discarded. We use a high-quality default, so the WMA file sounds identical to the original to the human ear while being much smaller.
What's the difference between FLAC and WMA?
Free Lossless Audio Codec (FLAC) is lossless and best for archiving and audiophile listening. Windows Media Audio (WMA) is lossy and best for legacy Windows audio; converted to MP3 for sharing. Convert FLAC to WMA when you need a audio for legacy Windows audio.
Is the FLAC to WMA converter free?
Yes — converting FLAC to WMA is completely free. There's no watermark, no sign-up and no email required, and you can convert as many files as you like.
Are my FLAC files private and secure?
Yes. Your uploads are encrypted in transit, processed privately, and automatically deleted within 24 hours. We never share, sell or look at your files.
Can I convert FLAC to WMA on iPhone, Android, Mac or Windows?
Yes. The converter runs entirely in your browser, so it works on any device — iPhone, iPad, Android, Mac, Windows or Linux — with nothing to download or install.
How long does it take to convert FLAC to WMA?
Most files convert in a few seconds. Larger files take a little longer, and your upload speed is usually the limiting factor. There's no queue and no waiting for an email.
What else can I convert FLAC files to?
Besides WMA, you can convert FLAC to AAC, AIFF, M4A, MP3, OGG, OPUS and more — see the full list of FLAC conversions below.
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Last updated July 2026