WAV to MP3

Shrinks WAV audio into much smaller MP3 files for sharing and playback. Add your files, convert them in one batch, and download each MP3 directly.

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How to convert WAV to MP3

The converter runs in your browser and an isolated processing queue. Nothing to install, and every upload is scanned for malware before it is processed.

  1. 1Add your WAV filesDrop WAV files into the converter or choose them from your device. Guest files can be up to 25 MB each.
  2. 2Choose MP3Set MP3 as the output for the whole batch, then change individual files if needed.
  3. 3Convert and downloadStart the batch and download each MP3 directly, or save it to your workspace to get a permanent link.
WAV

WAV audio

A common container for high-quality uncompressed audio.

Best for editing, production, and lossless audio exchange.

MP3

MP3 audio

A universally supported compressed audio format.

Best for music, podcasts, voice, and compact audio delivery.

WAV to MP3

What to expect from WAV to MP3

What changes in the file, and what to check before you share the result.

Much smaller files

MP3 uses lossy compression, so the file is far smaller than the WAV. At typical settings most listeners will not hear a difference, but keep the WAV as your master copy.

Why MP3

MP3 plays on virtually every phone, computer, car stereo, and app.

WAV to MP3 questions

Short answers about limits, privacy, and keeping the converted file.

Will I lose quality converting WAV to MP3?

Some audio data is removed to make the file smaller. It is usually hard to notice when listening, but keep the original WAV for editing and archiving.

Is the WAV to MP3 converter free?

Yes. Without an account you can convert up to 10 files a day, 2 at a time, up to 25 MB each. A free account adds monthly conversion credits and larger files.

How long are my files kept?

Guest uploads and results are deleted automatically after 1 hour. Conversions stay temporary when you are signed in too, unless you save a result to your workspace.

Can I get a permanent link to the MP3 file?

Yes. Save the result to a SteadyLink workspace and it gets a stable link. If you make a new version later, replace the file and the link stays the same.

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Conversions remain temporary even when you are signed in, so save a result to your workspace when you want a stable URL and revision history.

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