Convert WMA to FLAC online in seconds — free, with no sign-up. FLAC is lossless and ideal for archiving and audiophile listening. Your files are encrypted and deleted automatically after 24 hours.
WMA
Windows Media Audio — A Microsoft audio format with limited support outside Windows.
FLAC
Free Lossless Audio Codec — Open-source lossless audio that's 40–60% smaller than WAV with zero quality loss.
How to convert WMA to FLAC
- 1Upload your WMA file
Click “Choose a file” or drag and drop your WMA file onto the page — no sign-up or email needed.
- 2Convert to FLAC
FLAC is already selected as the output. Open Options to fine-tune quality if you like, then click Convert.
- 3Download your FLAC file
Your FLAC file is ready in seconds — click Download to save it. Files are automatically deleted after 24 hours.
WMA vs FLAC
| WMA | FLAC | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Windows Media Audio | Free Lossless Audio Codec |
| Type | Audio | Audio |
| Compression | Lossy | Lossless |
| Best for | legacy Windows audio; converted to MP3 for sharing | archiving and audiophile listening |
Frequently asked questions
Does converting WMA to FLAC lose quality?
Your WMA file is already compressed, so converting to lossless FLAC can't restore detail that was discarded earlier — but it won't lose any more. The FLAC file matches your WMA file exactly.
What's the difference between WMA and FLAC?
Windows Media Audio (WMA) is lossy and best for legacy Windows audio; converted to MP3 for sharing. Free Lossless Audio Codec (FLAC) is lossless and best for archiving and audiophile listening. Convert WMA to FLAC when you need a audio for archiving and audiophile listening.
Is the WMA to FLAC converter free?
Yes — converting WMA to FLAC 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 WMA 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 WMA to FLAC 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 WMA to FLAC?
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 WMA files to?
Besides FLAC, you can convert WMA to AAC, AIFF, M4A, MP3, OGG, OPUS and more — see the full list of WMA conversions below.
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Last updated July 2026