Convert WMA to MP3 online in seconds — free, with no sign-up. MP3 is lossy and ideal for music, podcasts and sharing where compatibility matters most. Your files are encrypted and deleted automatically after 24 hours.
WMA
Windows Media Audio — A Microsoft audio format with limited support outside Windows.
MP3
MP3 audio — The most compatible lossy audio format — small files that play on every device.
How to convert WMA to MP3
- 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 MP3
MP3 is already selected as the output. Open Options to fine-tune quality if you like, then click Convert.
- 3Download your MP3 file
Your MP3 file is ready in seconds — click Download to save it. Files are automatically deleted after 24 hours.
WMA vs MP3
| WMA | MP3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Windows Media Audio | MP3 audio |
| Type | Audio | Audio |
| Compression | Lossy | Lossy |
| Best for | legacy Windows audio; converted to MP3 for sharing | music, podcasts and sharing where compatibility matters most |
Frequently asked questions
Does converting WMA to MP3 lose quality?
Both WMA and MP3 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 WMA and MP3?
Windows Media Audio (WMA) is lossy and best for legacy Windows audio; converted to MP3 for sharing. MP3 audio (MP3) is lossy and best for music, podcasts and sharing where compatibility matters most. Convert WMA to MP3 when you need a audio for music.
Is the WMA to MP3 converter free?
Yes — converting WMA to MP3 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 MP3 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 MP3?
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 MP3, you can convert WMA to AAC, AIFF, FLAC, M4A, OGG, OPUS and more — see the full list of WMA conversions below.
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Last updated July 2026