WAV to ALAC Converter
Convert WAV files to ALAC 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 WAV to ALAC
- Click "Choose files" or drag your WAV files onto the page.
- Make sure "ALAC" is selected as the output format.
- Optionally click Edit to trim, adjust volume or add effects.
- Click Convert, then Download your ALAC files.
Why convert WAV to ALAC?
ALAC is best for lossless music on iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Music. All Apple devices, iTunes, VLC, foobar2000 and most modern players.
Will I lose quality?
WAV and ALAC are both high-quality formats, so the conversion preserves your audio.
WAV vs ALAC
| WAV | ALAC | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Waveform Audio File Format | Apple Lossless Audio Codec |
| Type | uncompressed | lossless |
| Best for | audio editing, DAWs, mastering, broadcast and archiving | lossless music on iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Music |
| Typical size | ~10 MB at 16-bit / 44.1 kHz per minute | ~5-6 MB at 16-bit / 44.1 kHz per minute |
| Compatibility | Supported by every audio editor, DAW and operating system. | All Apple devices, iTunes, VLC, foobar2000 and most modern players. |
| Developed by | Microsoft & IBM (1991) | Apple (2004) |
WAV to ALAC: questions
How do I convert WAV to ALAC?
Open this page, add your WAV file, make sure ALAC is selected as the output format and click Convert. Your ALAC file is ready to download in seconds.
Will converting WAV to ALAC lose quality?
WAV and ALAC are both high-quality formats, so the conversion preserves your audio.
Is this WAV to ALAC 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 WAV files to ALAC 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 WAV and ALAC?
WAV (Waveform Audio File Format) is a uncompressed format, uncompressed PCM audio with perfect quality. WAV files are large but every sample is preserved exactly, making them the standard for recording and editing. 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.
Does it work on Mac, Windows, iPhone and Android?
Yes. The WAV to ALAC converter runs in any modern browser - Chrome, Safari, Edge or Firefox - on desktop and mobile. No software to install.