How to convert WMV to FLV?
You can convert WMV to FLV with MConverter in three easy steps:
- Choose WMV files from your deviceAt the top of this page, drag and drop your WMVs.
You can also click to select WMV files using your operating system's file picker.
Another method is to press the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+V (⌘+V on Mac) to paste a WMV file you have copied to clipboard.
Converting a folder with WMV files to FLV is also supported: simply paste or drag and drop it. - Click or tap on FLV from the list of target formatsAlternatively, you can use the search field to quickly find the format you need, whether it's FLV or something else.
- Download your FLV files, after MConverter has finished processing themThere's an option to automatically download the converted FLV files, so you don't have to press the download icon for each FLV.
On desktop platforms, you can download the FLV files to a different folder by clicking on SAVE TO...
You may see a share icon as well. Use it to directly share the FLVs with other apps.
About the formats
| File extension | .wmv |
|---|---|
| Category | Video file formats |
| Developed by | Microsoft |
| Mime type | video/x-ms-wmv |
Format description
WMV stands for Windows Media Video. Based on the Microsoft Advanced Systems Container Format (ASF), WMV files are meant for streaming and playing with Windows Media Player and the newer Movies & TV app on Windows 10 and 11. Note that WMVs can be encrypted with DRM protection.To achieve greater compatibility, you can convert WMV to MP4 or another video format.
| File extension | .flv |
|---|---|
| Category | Video file formats |
| Developed by | Macromedia, now Adobe |
| Mime type | video/x-flv |
Format description
FLV is a Flash video file. It was created for online streaming of video content using the Adobe Flash Player. However, since Flash reached end-of-life in 2020, the video format is now only used by Adobe Animate and playable by some third party apps like VLC.Common questions about converting WMV to FLV
Can I convert WMV to FLV in bulk?
Yes, MConverter supports batch converting of multiple WMVs to FLVs simultaneously. You can even drag and drop folders containing WMVs to convert to FLV.
Pasting WMV files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Pasting WMV files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Can I convert a WMV file to FLV, if its size is 2 GB?
Yes, with MConverter Pro you can convert big WMVs, up to 2 gigabytes each.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert WMV files over 100 megabytes, try MConverter Pro. If your files aren’t over 1 GB, then you can use MConverter Plus instead, as it’s cheaper.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert WMV files over 100 megabytes, try MConverter Pro. If your files aren’t over 1 GB, then you can use MConverter Plus instead, as it’s cheaper.
Is converting WMVs to FLV safe with MConverter?
Yes, we encrypt your connection using industry standards. Plus, your WMV files are only accessible by you. 4 hours after the conversion completes, they are automatically deleted from MConverter’s servers. You can also delete your WMVs and other converted files immediately after finishing the conversion by clicking the bin icon.
Join thousands who have trusted us to convert over 12,502,270 files so far.
Join thousands who have trusted us to convert over 12,502,270 files so far.
How long does it take to convert WMV to FLV?
For most videos, the wait could be a few minutes or less. However, MConverter also supports converting larger videos, meaning that it could take a while (up to over an hour, for example).
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