ALAC to WMA Converter
Convert ALAC files to WMA in seconds, right in your browser. Drop in one file or a whole folder, pick your quality settings and download - nothing is uploaded to a server.
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How to convert ALAC to WMA
- Click "Choose files" or drag your ALAC files onto the page.
- Make sure "WMA" is selected as the output format (192 kbps is a good default).
- Optionally click Edit to trim, adjust volume or add effects.
- Click Convert, then Download your WMA files.
Why convert ALAC to WMA?
WMA files are typically 5-10x smaller than ALAC, making them ideal for phones, sharing and streaming.
WMA is best for older Windows Media Player setups and legacy hardware. Windows, Windows Media Player, some car stereos. Poor support on Apple and browsers.
Will I lose quality?
WMA is a lossy format, so some inaudible detail is removed to save space. At 192 kbps or higher most listeners cannot tell the difference from the original ALAC.
ALAC vs WMA
| ALAC | WMA | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Apple Lossless Audio Codec | Windows Media Audio |
| Type | lossless | lossy |
| Best for | lossless music on iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Music | older Windows Media Player setups and legacy hardware |
| Typical size | ~5-6 MB at 16-bit / 44.1 kHz per minute | ~1.4 MB at 192 kbps per minute |
| Compatibility | All Apple devices, iTunes, VLC, foobar2000 and most modern players. | Windows, Windows Media Player, some car stereos. Poor support on Apple and browsers. |
| Developed by | Apple (2004) | Microsoft (1999) |
ALAC to WMA: questions
How do I convert ALAC to WMA?
Open this page, add your ALAC file, make sure WMA is selected as the output format and click Convert. Your WMA file is ready to download in seconds.
Will converting ALAC to WMA lose quality?
WMA is a lossy format, so some inaudible detail is removed to save space. At 192 kbps or higher most listeners cannot tell the difference from the original ALAC.
Is this ALAC to WMA converter free and safe?
Yes. It's free with no watermark or sign-up. Files are processed locally in your browser, so your audio is never uploaded or stored on our servers.
Can I convert many ALAC files to WMA at once?
Yes - add up to 5 files at a time on the free plan (unlimited with Pro), convert them all with one click and download them as a ZIP.
What is the difference between ALAC and WMA?
ALAC (Apple Lossless Audio Codec) is a lossless format, apple's lossless format. Same perfect quality as FLAC but plays natively in Apple Music and on every iPhone. WMA (Windows Media Audio) is a compressed (lossy) format: microsoft's legacy lossy format, still used by older Windows software and devices.
Does it work on Mac, Windows, iPhone and Android?
Yes. The ALAC to WMA converter runs in any modern browser - Chrome, Safari, Edge or Firefox - on desktop and mobile. No software to install.