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