WMA file format

Windows Media Audio · Audio · .wma

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WMA is Microsoft's audio format for Windows Media Player.

Technical details

Full nameWindows Media Audio
File extension.wma
MIME typeaudio/x-ms-wma
Audio codecs we exportWMA v2
Best forWindows Media Player

Last updated 2026-11-13

WMA conversions

WMA FAQ

What is a WMA file?

WMA (Windows Media Audio) is an audio format. WMA is Microsoft's audio format for Windows Media Player.

How do I open a WMA file?

Most modern players such as VLC open WMA files. If yours doesn't, convert it to MP3 above, which plays on every device.

How do I convert a WMA file?

Drop the file into the converter on this page, choose the output format and click “Convert & download”. It's free and runs in your browser without uploading.

What is WMA best for?

Windows Media Player.