How to Convert FLAC to WAV on iPhone
FLAC is lossless audio – CD quality at about half the size of WAV. Drop your FLAC below to save it as a WAV – and trim it on the waveform first if you like. It all happens on your iPhone.
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MP3, WAV, M4A, OGG, FLAC… · nothing is uploaded
Trimmed on your device. Your audio is never uploaded.
Step by step: Convert FLAC to WAV on iPhone
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Open this page in Safari (or Chrome) on your iPhone or iPad.
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Tap the box above and pick the file in the Files app. Attachments saved from Mail, Messages or Safari are usually in On My iPhone › Downloads.
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The whole file is selected by default. Drag the handles on the waveform only if you want to cut it.
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Choose WAV as the format, then download. Tap Download. Safari saves the file to Files › Downloads – tap the download arrow in the address bar to open it or share it.
What changes when you convert FLAC to WAV
- WAV is uncompressed, so the file will be much bigger than the FLAC (about 10 MB per minute of stereo) – that's normal.
- WAV can't add back detail the FLAC didn't have, but editors and DAWs handle it without any decoding problems.
About FLAC and WAV
- FLAC is lossless audio – CD quality at about half the size of WAV. Many phones, cars and apps don't play it, and the files are large to share.
- WAV is uncompressed audio – exact quality, but about 10 MB per minute of stereo sound. Audio editors, DAWs and some upload forms ask for WAV.
Tips for iPhone
- There's no app to install from the App Store – the tool runs inside Safari, and the file never leaves your iPhone.
- The file is decoded by your browser's built-in audio support. If one browser can't open it, try Chrome or Firefox.
FLAC vs WAV
| FLAC | WAV | |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossless | None (PCM) |
| Best for | Archiving music at full quality | Editing, mastering and sound effects |
| Support | Android, computers and most browsers; limited elsewhere | Universal on computers |
Frequently asked questions
Does converting FLAC to WAV reduce quality?
No. WAV is uncompressed, so no further quality is lost.
Can I cut the audio at the same time?
Yes. Drag the start and end handles on the waveform, preview it, and add a fade in or out if you want.
Is my audio uploaded to a server?
No. The conversion runs in your browser using your device's own processor, so your audio never leaves your device. You can even disconnect from the internet once the page has loaded.
Where does the converted file go on my iPhone?
Tap Download. Safari saves the file to Files › Downloads – tap the download arrow in the address bar to open it or share it.
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