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Convert MOV to WMV

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Verified by Adam B.· reviewed by FE Editorial ·updated Jul 17, 2026
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Is it possible to convert MOV to WMV?
Yes - MOV converts to WMV.

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

The fastest path is the free converter above - upload your MOV and download the WMV. Be aware that WMV requires a full re-encode, so some quality loss is unavoidable; if MP4 is an acceptable alternative, it gives better results at smaller file sizes.

Also to WMV: WP3 · 3GPP · MPEG

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Last verified Sep 2026

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Why convert MOV to WMV?

WMV is sometimes required by older Windows workflows, corporate video systems, or legacy presentation software that only accepts .WMV files. Outside those specific cases MOV users typically convert to MP4 instead, which offers wider compatibility and no additional quality penalty.

How to convert MOV to WMV

Command line - ffmpeg CLI

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

Freemake Video Converter FREE

Drag your MOV into Freemake, select WMV as the output format, and click Convert - no command line required.

Movavi Video Converter PAID

Add your MOV, pick the WMV preset, and export - a straightforward paid option with a drag-and-drop GUI.

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About these formats

.MOV Apple QuickTime Movie (.mov)

A MOV file is an Apple QuickTime movie - the default format for video recorded on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. On a Mac, double-click it to play in QuickTime Player. On Windows 10/11, the…

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.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

  • Every MOV-to-WMV conversion is a full re-encode; some quality loss is unavoidable.
  • If the source MOV is already compressed (H.264), re-encoding compounds the loss - use a high bitrate to limit visible degradation.
  • WMV plays natively in Windows Media Player but has limited support on Mac and Linux without additional codecs.

Frequently asked questions

Can I convert MOV to WMV without losing quality?
No. MOV and WMV use incompatible codecs, so a re-encode is always required and some quality is lost. Starting from a high-quality master and using a high bitrate minimises the visible impact.
Does HandBrake support WMV output?
No - HandBrake outputs only MP4 and MKV. Use ffmpeg or a dedicated converter if you specifically need WMV.
Will the WMV file play on Windows without extra software?
Yes. WMV is a native Windows format and plays in Windows Media Player on any modern Windows version without additional codecs.
Is WMV still a relevant format?
Rarely - it is mainly needed for legacy corporate systems or older software. For most purposes MP4 offers better compatibility and smaller file sizes.