Convert FLV to WMV — Free Online Converter
Convert Flash Video (.flv) to Windows Media Video (.wmv) online for free. Fast, secure video conversion with no watermarks or registration....
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Как конвертировать
Upload your .flv file by dragging it into the upload area or clicking to browse.
Choose your output settings. The default settings work great for most files.
Click Convert and download your .wmv file when it's ready.
About FLV to WMV Conversion
FLV (Flash Video) uses Sorenson Spark, VP6, or H.264 codecs in Adobe's proprietary web container. WMV (Windows Media Video) is Microsoft's video format family, using VC-1 (SMPTE 421M) or WMV9 codecs within the ASF container. WMV was the dominant Windows video format from 2000-2012 and remains deeply integrated into Windows Media Player, PowerPoint, and Xbox. Converting FLV to WMV creates files optimized for the Microsoft ecosystem.
Why Convert FLV to WMV?
WMV is the path of least resistance for embedding video in PowerPoint presentations, playing on older Windows systems without codec packs, and streaming to Xbox 360 consoles. Windows Media Player handles WMV natively with full DRM support, chapter markers, and streaming capabilities. For enterprise environments running older Windows infrastructure, WMV may be the only accepted video format.
Common Use Cases
- Embedding FLV-sourced video in PowerPoint presentations using WMV for native slideshow playback
- Creating Windows Media Player-compatible video from FLV downloads for Windows XP/Vista/7 systems
- Preparing FLV content for Xbox 360 media playback via the WMV format
- Converting FLV training videos for enterprise Windows media servers that distribute WMV content
- Playing FLV content on Windows Media Center PCs that use WMV as their primary video format
How It Works
FFmpeg encodes FLV video to WMV9 (Windows Media Video 9, equivalent to VC-1 Simple/Main Profile) using the wmv3 codec identifier. Audio is encoded to WMA v2 at 128-192 kbps. The output is wrapped in the ASF (Advanced Streaming Format) container with .wmv extension. WMV supports two-pass encoding for better rate control. Resolution and frame rate from the FLV source are preserved unless explicitly changed.
Quality & Performance
WMV9 at equivalent bitrates is roughly comparable to MPEG-4 ASP (Xvid/DivX) — not as efficient as H.264 but adequate for standard definition content. At 2-4 Mbps, WMV9 produces clean 720p video suitable for presentations and media center playback. Quality is well-suited for the Windows ecosystem where it was designed to operate.
Device Compatibility
| Device | FLV | WMV |
|---|---|---|
| Windows PC | Partial | Native |
| macOS | Partial | Partial |
| iPhone/iPad | Partial | Partial |
| Android | Partial | Partial |
| Linux | Partial | Partial |
| Web Browser | No | No |
Recommended Settings by Platform
YouTube
Resolution: 1920x1080
Bitrate: 8-12 Mbps
H.264 recommended for fast processing
Resolution: 1080x1080
Bitrate: 3.5 Mbps
Square or 9:16 for Reels
TikTok
Resolution: 1080x1920
Bitrate: 4 Mbps
9:16 vertical, under 60s ideal
Twitter/X
Resolution: 1280x720
Bitrate: 5 Mbps
Under 140s, 512MB max
Resolution: 960x540
Bitrate: 2 Mbps
16MB limit for standard, 64MB for document
Discord
Resolution: 1280x720
Bitrate: 4 Mbps
8MB free, 50MB Nitro
Tips for Best Results
- 1Use 1-2 Mbps for PowerPoint embedding to keep presentation file sizes reasonable
- 2Choose two-pass encoding for better quality at lower bitrates — it is slower but allocates bits more efficiently
- 3Keep WMV9 (wmv3 codec) for maximum Windows compatibility — VC-1 Advanced Profile is less widely supported
- 4Set audio to WMA at 128 kbps for good quality with minimal overhead in the WMV container
- 5For modern workflows, consider MP4 instead of WMV unless you specifically need PowerPoint or Xbox 360 compatibility
Related Conversions
FLV to WMV conversion integrates Flash-era video content into the Microsoft ecosystem. Whether for PowerPoint, Xbox 360, or legacy Windows media infrastructure, WMV provides hassle-free compatibility with all Microsoft media tools.