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Convert WAV to FLAC
WAV takes about 10 MB per minute, which makes it hard to share or keep on a phone. FLAC compresses audio to roughly half size without losing any quality.
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- Batch conversion
Why convert WAV to FLAC?
To convert WAV files to FLAC, drop them on the counter above.
Most files convert in seconds: no queue, no email address, and the FLAC result saves straight to your computer or phone.
How to convert WAV to FLAC
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Add your WAV files
Drag your WAV files onto the counter or pick them with Choose files. You can add several at once.
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Check the settings
The defaults suit most cases. Change quality, size or other options if you like; after a change, one click converts again.
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Conversion starts by itself
Each file is converted to FLAC and its row is stamped CONVERTED.
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Download your FLAC file
Get the file with Download. With several files you can download them all as one ZIP.
WAV vs FLAC
| Property | WAV | FLAC |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Waveform Audio File Format | Free Lossless Audio Codec |
| Type | Audio | Audio |
| Compression | Lossless | Lossless |
| Created by | Microsoft ve IBM | Xiph.Org Foundation |
| Year | 1991 | 2001 |
| Extensions | .wav .wave | .flac |
| MIME | audio/wav | audio/flac |
About the formats
WAV
Waveform Audio File Format
WAV usually stores audio with no compression at all (PCM). It is the lossless source for studio recording and editing, and its files are large.
FLAC
Free Lossless Audio Codec
FLAC is an open format that compresses audio to roughly half size without losing any quality. Music archivists and hi-fi listeners prefer it.
Frequently asked questions
Is converting WAV to FLAC free?
Yes, completely free. No account, no daily limit, no watermark and no queue.
Does it work on a phone?
Yes. It works on iPhone, iPad and Android, with no app to install.
Is there a file size limit?
There is no size limit set by us. Files of hundreds of MB convert too; very large files take longer and are handled more comfortably on a computer than on a phone.
Other conversions
| Family | Give | → | Get | What you gain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FLAC | WAV | lossless, ready to edit | ||
| WAV | MP3 | plays on every device · smaller file | ||
| WAV | M4A | better than MP3 at the same size · smaller file | ||
| WAV | AAC | broadcast-grade audio · smaller file | ||
| WAV | OGG | open and royalty-free · smaller file | ||
| WAV | OPUS | most efficient for speech · smaller file | ||
| MP3 | FLAC | lossless at half size · MP3 recording | ||
| M4A | FLAC | lossless at half size · iPhone voice memo | ||
| AAC | FLAC | lossless at half size · raw AAC stream | ||
| OGG | FLAC | lossless at half size · Telegram voice message | ||
| OPUS | FLAC | lossless at half size · WhatsApp voice note | ||
| WMA | FLAC | lossless at half size · old Windows Media audio |