How to Convert MP3 to WMA — Quick & Free
Fast, instant MP3 to WMA conversion. No signup required. Just drop your .mp3 file and get .wma in seconds.
Batch Settings
Generation loss — quality may degrade
MP3 uses lossy compression, and so does WMA. Converting means decoding and re-encoding — each cycle can permanently degrade quality. Convert from the original source file whenever possible.
Some metadata may not survive
Your MP3 file may contain ID3v1, ID3v2 metadata. WMA has limited or no support for these metadata types. Location data (GPS), camera settings, and color profiles may be stripped during conversion.
What compression artifacts to expect
WMA lossy compression can produce smearing, loss of high-frequency detail. At the high quality settings CocoConvert uses by default, these are usually invisible to the eye. Lower quality settings trade visual fidelity for smaller file sizes.
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About MP3 to WMA Conversion
Short answer: yes, you can convert MP3 to WMA online for free, and some quality differences may occur depending on the format types. Just upload your .mp3 file to CocoConvert, pick WMA as the output, and click Convert. The whole process takes seconds.
Now for the details. MP3 is the universal audio format — high compression, wide compatibility, ideal for music and podcasts. WMA (Windows Media Audio) is Microsoft's audio codec — less common today but still found in legacy collections. Converting between these two formats lets you convert between formats quickly.
Full Name: MP3 uses MPEG Audio Layer 3, while WMA uses Windows Media Audio. Compression: MP3 uses Lossy, while WMA uses Lossy. Typical File Size: MP3 uses 1 MB per minute at 128 kbps, 2.5 MB at 320 kbps, while WMA uses 1 MB per minute at 128 kbps.
Your MP3 file is decoded and re-encoded as WMA. MP3 uses lossy compression, and so does WMA. Converting means decoding and re-encoding — each cycle can permanently degrade quality. Convert from the original source file whenever possible.
Common misconception: ""I'll convert to WMA and then back to MP3 — it'll be the same"" — in reality, each lossy conversion cycle permanently degrades quality. going mp3 → wma → mp3 will produce a noticeably worse file than the original. always keep your source file.
CocoConvert runs entirely online — no software to install, no account to create. Your files are encrypted during upload (TLS), processed on isolated servers in Germany, and permanently deleted after 24 hours. It works in Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge, and all mobile browsers.
Need to convert more than one file? Free users can do 5 per hour. Pro gets 100 per hour with files up to 5 GB each.
How to Convert MP3 to WMA
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1. Upload MP3
Drop your .mp3 file onto the page (or tap "Browse" on mobile). Add multiple files for batch conversion.
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2. Select WMA
Choose .wma from the output dropdown. Settings are pre-configured for best results.
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3. Convert
One click. The server handles all the heavy lifting using FFmpeg and Sharp.
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4. Download
Your .wma file is ready. Download it directly or get all files as a zip archive.
What Happens When You Convert MP3 to WMA
Your MP3 audio is decoded into raw PCM samples, then re-encoded as WMA. Some audio data is permanently discarded during compression.
Your MP3 file is decoded — compressed audio becomes raw PCM waveform data
The raw audio is re-encoded using Windows Media Audio's lossy codec
Metadata (tags, artwork, track info) is transferred where WMA supports it
The WMA file is saved and ready for download
MP3 vs WMA — Detailed Comparison
| Feature | .MP3 | .WMA |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | MPEG Audio Layer 3 | Windows Media Audio |
| Compression | Lossy | Lossy |
| Typical File Size | 1 MB per minute at 128 kbps, 2.5 MB at 320 kbps | 1 MB per minute at 128 kbps |
| Platform Support | Universal | Limited |
| Browser Support | Universal | none |
| Year Created | 1993 | 1999 |
| Open Standard | Yes | No |
Should You Convert MP3 to WMA?
When to Convert
- ✓When you specifically need a WMA file for your workflow
When NOT to Convert
- ✗You're converting just because the file "seems old" — re-encoding lossy-to-lossy always degrades quality
Common Mistakes When Converting MP3 to WMA
"I'll convert to WMA and then back to MP3 — it'll be the same"
Each lossy conversion cycle permanently degrades quality. Going MP3 → WMA → MP3 will produce a noticeably worse file than the original. Always keep your source file.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is MP3 to WMA conversion free?
Yes. CocoConvert offers free MP3 to WMA conversion with generous daily limits — 25 minutes of processing time and up to 5 files per hour (250 MB each). Pro plans remove these limits.
How fast is MP3 to WMA conversion?
Most files convert in 2–10 seconds depending on size. Large audio files may take 30 seconds. Batch jobs process in parallel for maximum speed.
What happens to my files after conversion?
Your uploaded MP3 file and the converted WMA file are both automatically deleted from our servers within 24 hours. They are never shared, sold, or analysed.
Does converting MP3 to WMA lose quality?
MP3 uses lossy compression, and so does WMA. Converting means decoding and re-encoding — each cycle can permanently degrade quality. Convert from the original source file whenever possible.
Can I convert WMA back to MP3?
Yes, CocoConvert supports WMA to MP3 conversion as well. However, if the original conversion involved lossy compression, converting back won't recover the lost data.
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