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Convert M4V to WMV

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Verified by Adam B.· reviewed by FE Editorial ·updated Jul 10, 2026
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Is it possible to convert M4V to WMV?
Yes - M4V converts to WMV.

You can do it right here with our free converter - no sign-up, and your file is deleted right after.

Upload your .m4v file to the converter above for a free .wmv download - the file is deleted after converting. If your file was purchased from iTunes or the Apple TV Store it carries DRM and no converter can handle it. For unprotected files, expect minor quality loss since the video must be fully re-encoded from H.264 to WMV.

Also to WMV: WP3 · 3GPP · MPEG

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Last verified Sep 2026

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Why convert M4V to WMV?

The most common reason is compatibility with older Windows software or hardware that only accepts .WMV, such as legacy Windows Media Player environments or older Windows-based devices that cannot play MP4. Outside that specific case WMV offers no advantage over MP4. Non-DRM .m4v is structurally identical to .mp4, which plays on virtually every modern device without any conversion at all.

How to convert M4V to WMV

VLC Media Player FREE

Open VLC's Convert / Save dialog, add your .m4v, pick a WMV output profile, and start the export.

Freemake Video Converter FREE

Add your .m4v to Freemake, select WMV as the output format, and click Convert.

Movavi Video Converter PAID

Drag your .m4v into Movavi Video Converter, select WMV as the target format, and export.

Command line - FFmpeg CLI

Run ffmpeg -i input.m4v -vcodec wmv2 -acodec wmav2 output.wmv to re-encode with WMV2 video and WMA audio.

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About these formats

.M4V iTunes Video File

An M4V file is an iTunes/Apple TV video - movies, TV shows, and music videos sold or rented through Apple's store. Non-DRM M4V files open in VLC, Windows Media Player, or QuickTime.…

Open .M4V details →
.WMV Windows Media Video

A WMV file is a Windows Media Video file from Microsoft, introduced in 1999. On Windows it plays in the built-in Media Player with no setup. On Mac, Linux, Android or iOS, use the free VLC…

Open .WMV details →

Quality & what to watch

  • DRM-protected .m4v files (iTunes and Apple TV Store purchases) cannot be converted - all tools will either fail or produce a blank video.
  • The conversion is a full re-encode from H.264 to WMV2; quality is always slightly lower than the source and there is no lossless route to .wmv.
  • Chapter marks, cover art, and iTunes metadata stored in the .m4v container are not carried over to .wmv.

Frequently asked questions

Can I convert a purchased iTunes M4V to WMV?
No - purchased .m4v files carry Apple FairPlay DRM that no converter can decrypt. You can only play them through the Apple TV app.
Will converting M4V to WMV reduce quality?
Yes. The video must be fully re-encoded from H.264 to WMV2, and every re-encode loses some quality - a higher output bitrate reduces but does not eliminate the loss.
Should I convert to WMV or MP4?
Choose .mp4 unless you specifically need .wmv for a legacy Windows device - MP4 plays on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, and most smart TVs.
How can I tell if my M4V file has DRM?
Open the file in VLC: if it plays normally it has no DRM; if the screen is blank or VLC shows an error the file is protected.