Convert MP4 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.
MP4
MPEG-4 (H.264) — The universal video container — plays on virtually every device, browser and platform.
WMA
Windows Media Audio — A Microsoft audio format with limited support outside Windows.
How to convert MP4 to WMA
- 1Upload your MP4 file
Click “Choose a file” or drag and drop your MP4 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.
MP4 vs WMA
| MP4 | WMA | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | MPEG-4 (H.264) | Windows Media Audio |
| Type | Video | Audio |
| Compression | Lossy | Lossy |
| Best for | sharing and publishing video anywhere | legacy Windows audio; converted to MP3 for sharing |
Frequently asked questions
Does converting MP4 to WMA lose quality?
Both MP4 and WMA use compression, so re-encoding discards a little more data. For a single conversion the change is imperceptible to the ear; just avoid repeatedly re-converting the same file.
What's the difference between MP4 and WMA?
MPEG-4 (H.264) (MP4) is lossy and best for sharing and publishing video anywhere. Windows Media Audio (WMA) is lossy and best for legacy Windows audio; converted to MP3 for sharing. Convert MP4 to WMA when you need a audio for legacy Windows audio.
Is the MP4 to WMA converter free?
Yes — converting MP4 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 MP4 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 MP4 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 MP4 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 MP4 files to?
Besides WMA, you can convert MP4 to AAC, AVI, FLAC, FLV, GIF, JPG and more — see the full list of MP4 conversions below.
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Last updated July 2026