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Convert WAV to AAC

Turn your WAV file into an AAC that plays where you need it, with nothing to install.

  • Free to start
  • Nothing to install
  • Up to 1GB
How it works

How to convert WAV to AAC

  1. Upload your WAV file

    Drag and drop a WAV file to turn into AAC, or click to browse. Anything under 1GB, and nothing is installed.

  2. Keep AAC selected

    AAC is already selected for your WAV, first in the list. Pick MP3 or WAV instead if you change your mind.

  3. Convert and download

    We convert the WAV on our servers, usually in under a minute. Create a free account to download the AAC.

Why convert WAV to AAC?

WAV holds raw uncompressed PCM audio: nothing is thrown away, nothing is guessed on playback. It is the format audio editors and mastering tools want, and it is far too heavy to send around casually.

The practical problem: Around 10 MB per minute, so files get unmanageable quickly. Too large for email attachments or messaging apps.

AAC solves that. Efficient modern codec, standard inside MP4 and streaming.

Container

WAVRIFF / WAVE
AACRaw AAC / ADTS stream

Typical codecs

WAVUncompressed PCM
AACAAC (lossy)

Best for

WAVEditing, mastering, voiceover work
AACAudio pulled out of video files

Plays on

WAVEvery desktop and audio tool; large for phones
AACMost modern devices; bare streams can confuse players

File size

WAVAbout 10 MB per minute in stereo
AACSimilar to MP3, slightly better quality
FAQ

WAV to AAC questions

Is the WAV to AAC converter free?

Yes. Convert and preview the result for free, then create a free account to download it. There is no per-file charge, and nothing is added to the sound of the AAC.

Do I need to install any software?

No. The conversion runs on our servers and you use it from a browser tab, so it works the same on Windows, macOS, Linux, iPhone and Android. Nothing to install at either end. Where WAV plays: Every desktop and audio tool; large for phones. Where the AAC you get back plays: Most modern devices; bare streams can confuse players.

Does converting WAV to AAC reduce the quality?

WAV to AAC is a re-encode, so a small amount of detail is lost. At the default quality level the difference is inaudible on speech, and for music it stays well below what typical playback gear reveals.

How large a file can I convert?

Anything under 1GB per upload, which is more footage in some formats than others. WAV: About 10 MB per minute in stereo. AAC coming back: Similar to MP3, slightly better quality. For anything bigger, trim or compress it first, both are free tools here.

Is my file kept private?

Your upload is processed and then held only as long as your project needs it. Nothing is published, indexed or shared unless you create a share link yourself.

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