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Convert Flash Video FLV files to WMV format for native Windows Media Player playback and Windows application compatibility. ChangeThisFile uses FFmpeg on secure servers — no software required.
ChangeThisFile converts FLV to WMV free using FFmpeg on secure servers. Upload your Flash Video over an encrypted connection, receive a Windows Media-compatible WMV, and the file is auto-deleted. No signup or software needed — private and completely free.
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FLV vs WMV: Format Comparison
Key differences between the two formats
| Feature | FLV | WMV |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | Flash Video | Windows Media Video |
| Developer | Adobe Systems | Microsoft |
| Status | Deprecated | Legacy but maintained |
| Video Codec | H.263, VP6, H.264 | WMV9 / VC-1 |
| Audio Codec | MP3, AAC, Nellymoser | WMA, WMA Pro |
| Native Player | Flash Player (EOL) | Windows Media Player |
| DRM Support | No | Yes |
| Platform | Cross-platform (Flash era) | Windows-centric |
When to Convert
Common scenarios where this conversion is useful
Windows Media Player Playback
Convert Flash Video recordings to WMV for playback in Windows Media Player without requiring Flash Player, which was discontinued by Adobe in 2020.
Windows Enterprise Video Delivery
Distribute FLV content to Windows-centric corporate environments in WMV format, which plays natively without codec installation.
Legacy Flash Video to Windows Archive
Convert FLV-based media archives to WMV for consistent Windows-native format libraries across corporate environments.
PowerPoint Video Embedding
Convert FLV clips to WMV for embedding into older Microsoft PowerPoint presentations on Windows, which had limited FLV support.
Windows Digital Signage Systems
Prepare FLV video content as WMV for use on Windows-based digital signage or kiosk systems that natively support Windows Media Video.
How to Convert FLV to WMV
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Upload Your FLV File
Click to select or drag your Flash Video FLV into the converter. Uploads are secured with HTTPS encryption throughout.
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FFmpeg Encodes to WMV
Our FFmpeg servers transcode your FLV video to WMV format using VC-1 video encoding and WMA audio for full Windows Media Player compatibility.
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Download Your WMV File
Your WMV is available to download when conversion completes. The original FLV is immediately and permanently deleted from our servers.
Frequently Asked Questions
WMV plays natively in Windows Media Player without Flash Player or codec packs. It's ideal for Windows environments where FLV would require VLC or a deprecated Flash installation.
Without Flash Player (discontinued in 2020), FLV files can only be played in third-party players like VLC. Converting to WMV enables native Windows playback.
FFmpeg handles H.264, H.263, and VP6 video codecs in FLV files, transcoding them to VC-1 in the WMV output.
Yes. FLV audio (MP3, AAC, Nellymoser) is re-encoded as Windows Media Audio (WMA) in the WMV output for native Windows Media Player playback.
Files up to 50MB are accepted. For larger FLV files, trim or compress before uploading.
Yes. Files are encrypted during upload and automatically deleted after your download completes. No data is retained or shared.
WMV playback on Mac requires third-party software like VLC. For cross-platform compatibility, converting to MP4 is recommended.
Most conversions complete within 60 seconds. Larger or longer FLV files may take slightly more time.
Yes. FFmpeg preserves the source resolution and frame rate in the WMV output.
Yes. ChangeThisFile is free with no accounts, subscriptions, or watermarks.
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