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WAV to FLAC - Online Audio Converter
Convert WAV to FLAC online. Private, client-side - no uploadrequired. Batch conversion, quality presets, codec control.
Convert WAV to FLAC
Drop WAV audio here or click to select
WAV
FLAC (FLAC)
About WAV to FLAC
WAV holds 16-bit PCM, so FLAC halves the size while staying bit-for-bit identical.
Why convert WAV to FLAC?
- Larger files than lossy shares with FLAC lossless quality.
- Keep quality where supported.
- Private, no upload - runs in your browser.
WAV vs FLAC
| Codec | PCM 16-bit | FLAC |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | uncompressed | lossless |
| Sample behavior | Full quality kept | Full quality kept |
| Typical use | WAV is Microsoft's RIFF container, usually holding 16-bit PCM. | FLAC halves WAV sizes bit-for-bit with open hardware support. |
When not to convert WAV to FLAC
- Skip FLAC for the smallest share: lossless output stays large, so prefer a lossy target when sending WAV files.
- Keep a master copy: repeated exports stack small losses, so archive WAV before batch FLAC shares.
Limits
Starting point: WAV - 16-bit PCM near 10 MB per minute. Files run about 10 MB per minute, so archive as FLAC. Apple players prefer ALAC; convert for iPhone libraries. Encode FLAC (FLAC) from WAV at 256k for music or 128k for speech, starting from the master.
How conversion works
Conversion runs entirely in your browser with FFmpeg WASM. Files never leave your device.
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FAQ
How do I convert WAV to FLAC?
Drop your WAV file onto this page, choose quality and codec settings, then click Convert. The result downloads as FLAC instantly. All processing runs in your browser.
What codec is used for FLAC?
The default codec for FLAC is FLAC. You can change audio parameters in Advanced mode.
Is WAV to FLAC truly lossless?
Yes; FLAC decodes back to the identical PCM bit-for-bit.
How much smaller is FLAC than WAV?
Often near half for music; silence and simple passages shrink further.
How do you store my files?
We do not store any processed audio. All conversion happens entirely in your browser using FFmpeg WASM.