Convert WAV to FLAC

Upload a WAV file and convert it to FLAC — all in your browser.

What happens when you convert WAV to FLAC

FLAC compresses raw WAV audio the way ZIP compresses documents: the file shrinks, typically to around half the size, and every single sample is preserved. Decode the FLAC later and you get your exact WAV back.

This makes WAV to FLAC the standard move for archiving recordings, band practice sessions, podcast masters, and vinyl rips without burning disk space.

What you gain besides smaller files

FLAC has real metadata support, so titles, artists, and album art can travel with the file. WAV tagging is poorly standardized and many players ignore it.

FLAC files also carry built-in checksums, which means corruption can be detected years later. For long-term storage of important recordings, that is a quiet but valuable safety net.

Frequently asked questions

Is FLAC really lossless?

Yes. FLAC is mathematically lossless. Converting WAV to FLAC and back produces audio identical to the original, sample for sample.

How much smaller will my file get?

Typically 40 to 60 percent smaller, depending on the material. Quiet acoustic recordings compress more, dense loud mixes compress less.

Are my recordings uploaded anywhere?

No. The compression happens entirely in your browser, so private recordings stay private.