WAV to M4A Converter
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Preset: WAV → M4A · or drop a different file and we'll auto-switch
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Convert
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Convert WAV to M4A online
Use this WAV to M4A converter to turn WAV files into M4A right in your browser — ideal for Apple music and voice memos and podcasts. WAV uses no compression and M4A uses lossy compression, so file size and quality can change.
When should you convert WAV to M4A?
- To reduce file size and make uploading and sharing easier
- To get M4A's built-in advantage: good quality at small size
- To move past WAV's common limitation: very large files
- To open your files in apps that prefer M4A
About WAV and M4A files
WAV audio
Strengths
- uncompressed quality
- ideal for editing
- no artifacts
Limitations
- very large files
- not for sharing online
M4A audio
Strengths
- good quality at small size
- default on Apple devices
Limitations
- lossy
- needs converting for some players
WAV vs M4A
| Format | WAV | M4A |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | None | Lossy |
| Transparency | — | — |
| Best for | recording and editing and studio-quality audio | Apple music and voice memos and podcasts |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is this WAV to M4A converter free?
- Yes. You can convert WAV to M4A online for free, with no account and no watermark.
- Do I need to install software or sign up?
- No. The conversion runs entirely in your browser — no installs and no account required.
- Will converting WAV to M4A reduce quality?
- M4A uses lossy compression, so the file can get smaller while some visual quality may change.
- Are my files safe?
- Yes. Files are processed only to complete the conversion and are auto-deleted after 2 hours. We never share them.
- Can I convert multiple WAV files at once?
- Yes. Drop several files to convert them in a batch and download the results as a single ZIP.