WAV to MP3 converter

Make a WAV much smaller by saving it as an MP3. You choose the quality.

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  • Free, with no signup
  • Files deleted after 1 hour
  • No pop-ups or installs

How it works

  1. 1

    Add your file

    Drop your WAV file onto the box above, or click it to choose one from your device.

  2. 2

    Choose your settings

    The defaults suit most uses. Open Audio settings to change the sample rate, bit depth or channels, or to convert only part of the file.

  3. 3

    Download the MP3

    Your file is ready in a moment. Save it before the link expires. Converted files are deleted 1 hour after they are made.

Why convert WAV to MP3

A WAV holds every sample, which makes it large: about 10 MB a minute for CD quality. An MP3 stores a compressed version, usually a fifth to a tenth of the size.

That makes MP3 the practical choice for sharing, email and players with limited space. Choose a higher bitrate when quality matters more than size.

MP3 is lossySaving as MP3 removes some detail that can't be restored. Keep your original WAV if you may need it again.

The same 4-minute song, by format

WAV at 44.1 kHz, 16-bit, stereo. FLAC varies with the music. Compare WAV and MP3

What you get

  • Choose the bitrate

    128 kbps is small, 192 kbps is a good balance, 320 kbps is the highest MP3 quality.

  • Trim before you convert

    Save only the section you need.

  • No signup

    Free conversions allow 3 files a day, up to 100 MB each.

  • Deleted automatically

    Converted files are deleted 1 hour after they are made.

Questions people ask

What bitrate should I choose?
192 kbps suits most listening. Use 320 kbps for the best MP3 quality, or 128 kbps when size matters most.
How much smaller will the MP3 be?
A four-minute CD-quality WAV is about 40 MB. As a 192 kbps MP3 it is about 6 MB.
Is the converter free?
Yes, within limits: 3 files a day, up to 100 MB each, with ads. You don't need an account.
Are my files private?
Converted files are deleted 1 hour after they are made. Nobody else can open your download link. Read the privacy page for how we handle files and logs.
Is it legal?
Only convert files you own or have permission to use. You are responsible for the files you add. Our guide on the legal side explains more.
Why did my WAV conversion fail?
The most common causes are files over 100 MB, damaged files and files that aren't really WAV. Check the file opens on your device and try again.