Video to WMV Converter
Drop your video and download a WMV that plays in Windows Media Player.
How to convert video to WMV
- Add your video. Drag and drop an MP4, MOV, WebM, AVI, MKV or other video into the box above, or tap Choose video.
- Set the options. Adjust the resolution, quality and start and end trim. The defaults already work well for most WMV conversions.
- Convert and download. Press Convert to WMV, watch the progress bar, then download your video file. Click Convert another to do the next file.
What is WMV and why convert video to WMV?
WMV (Windows Media Video) plays natively in Windows Media Player and older PowerPoint versions on Windows.
With this free video to WMV converter you can:
- Embed video in older PowerPoint files
- Play in Windows Media Player without extra codecs
- Share with Windows-only systems
Pro tip: For modern Windows 10 and 11 apps MP4 also works, but WMV is the safest for old PCs.
Features of our WMV converter
100% private
The video to WMV conversion runs inside your browser with WebAssembly. Your file is never uploaded to a server.
No signup, no watermark
Use the WMV converter as often as you like. There is no account, no email and no logo stamped on your file.
Works on any device
Convert on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, iPhone and iPad in Chrome, Edge, Firefox or Safari.
Fine control
Change the resolution, quality and start and end trim before converting.
All input formats
Open MP4, MOV, MKV, WebM, AVI, FLV, WMV, 3GP and most other video types.
Fast and free
No queue and no waiting for uploads, so short clips finish in seconds.
Why use our video to WMV tool?
Most online converters make you upload your video, wait in a queue and then download the result from their server. That wastes time and puts private footage on someone else’s computer. Our video to WMV converter does the work right in your browser, so it is faster for short clips and nothing is stored anywhere. When you close the tab, the file is gone.
Video to WMV FAQ
How do I convert a video to WMV?
Drop your video into the converter at the top of this page, adjust the resolution, quality and start and end trim, press Convert to WMV and download the result. It takes three steps and no account.
Is this video to WMV converter free?
Yes. The converter is completely free with no signup, no watermark and no daily limit.
Is it safe? Are my videos uploaded?
No upload happens. The conversion runs locally in your browser using ffmpeg compiled to WebAssembly, so your video never leaves your device.
What is WMV used for?
WMV (Windows Media Video) plays natively in Windows Media Player and older PowerPoint versions on Windows. People commonly use it to embed video in older PowerPoint files.
Which video formats can I convert to WMV?
You can convert MP4, MOV, MKV, WebM, AVI, FLV, WMV, 3GP and most other common video files to WMV.
Is there a file size limit?
Large files work, but because everything runs on your device, very big videos (over 500 MB) need more memory and time. Trim long videos first for the fastest result.
Can I convert video to WMV on iPhone or Android?
Yes. The tool works in mobile Safari and Chrome. On iPhone the download goes to the Files app; on Android it goes to your Downloads folder.
Any tips for the best WMV result?
For modern Windows 10 and 11 apps MP4 also works, but WMV is the safest for old PCs.