How to convert FLV to WMA
To convert FLV to WMA, upload your FLV file, choose WMA as the output format and press Convert. The finished WMA file is ready to save to your phone or computer in seconds, free, with no watermark and no sign-up. Your file is deleted from our server about 30 minutes after the conversion.
This free online converter turns FLV video files into WMA in your browser, with no software to install and no watermark. The conversion runs on our server using ffmpeg, and the result is ready to save to your phone or computer in seconds. Your FLV file is deleted automatically about 30 minutes after the conversion.
Why convert FLV to WMA?
- Plays in Windows Media Player
- Compact files for its era
- Accepted by older Windows-based players
- Opens in: Windows Media Player, VLC and legacy portable players
What to expect from this conversion
- Only the first audio track is extracted. The picture is dropped, so the file is a small fraction of the video's size.
- WMA is lossy, so choose High for the best sound or Small for the smallest file.
- Videos with no sound track cannot be converted to audio.
FLV vs WMA
| Property | FLV | WMA |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Flash Video | Windows Media Audio |
| Released | 2002, Macromedia / Adobe | 1999, Microsoft |
| Family | Video | Audio |
| Opens in | VLC, MPC-HC, ffplay and legacy RTMP tools; not supported by modern browsers | Windows Media Player, VLC and legacy portable players |
| Best for | older streaming servers and RTMP workflows; archival conversions | older Windows-only players; legacy music collections |
Steps to convert FLV to WMA
- Drop your FLV file onto the converter, or click to choose it.
- Check that WMA is selected as the target format and adjust the options if you want.
- Press Convert, then save the new WMA file to your device when it finishes.
Tips for the best result
- Choose MP3 for the widest compatibility.
- Pick FLAC or WAV if you want to edit the sound afterwards.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert FLV to WMA?
Drop your FLV file on the converter, confirm that WMA is the target format and press Convert. When it finishes, press Save to device or download the WMA file. No account or software is needed.
Is the FLV to WMA converter free?
Yes. It is free, with no watermark, no sign-up and no limit on how many files you convert. The site is supported by ads.
What should I know before converting FLV to WMA?
Only the first audio track is extracted. The picture is dropped, so the file is a small fraction of the video's size. WMA is lossy, so choose High for the best sound or Small for the smallest file.
Can I extract the sound from a FLV video as WMA?
Yes. The first audio track is extracted and saved as WMA. The video picture is not included.
Which programs open WMA files?
WMA files open in Windows Media Player, VLC and legacy portable players.
How large a file can I convert?
Up to 500 MB per file. Files are deleted from the server about 30 minutes after conversion, and no one looks at them.