Convert MOV to WMV online in seconds — free, with no sign-up. WMV is lossy and ideal for legacy Windows video; converted to MP4 for sharing. Your files are encrypted and deleted automatically after 24 hours.
MOV
QuickTime Movie — Apple's high-quality container, often large and used for capture and editing.
WMV
Windows Media Video — A Microsoft format with limited support outside Windows.
How to convert MOV to WMV
- 1Upload your MOV file
Click “Choose a file” or drag and drop your MOV file onto the page — no sign-up or email needed.
- 2Convert to WMV
WMV is already selected as the output. Open Options to fine-tune quality if you like, then click Convert.
- 3Download your WMV file
Your WMV file is ready in seconds — click Download to save it. Files are automatically deleted after 24 hours.
MOV vs WMV
| MOV | WMV | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | QuickTime Movie | Windows Media Video |
| Type | Video | Video |
| Compression | Lossy | Lossy |
| Best for | editing on Apple devices; converted to MP4 for distribution | legacy Windows video; converted to MP4 for sharing |
Frequently asked questions
Does converting MOV to WMV lose quality?
Both MOV and WMV use compression, so re-encoding discards a little more data. For a single conversion the change is virtually invisible; just avoid repeatedly re-converting the same file.
What's the difference between MOV and WMV?
QuickTime Movie (MOV) is lossy and best for editing on Apple devices; converted to MP4 for distribution. Windows Media Video (WMV) is lossy and best for legacy Windows video; converted to MP4 for sharing. Convert MOV to WMV when you need a video for legacy Windows video.
Is the MOV to WMV converter free?
Yes — converting MOV to WMV 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 MOV 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 MOV to WMV 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 MOV to WMV?
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 MOV files to?
Besides WMV, you can convert MOV to AAC, AVI, FLAC, FLV, GIF, JPG and more — see the full list of MOV conversions below.
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Last updated July 2026