How to Convert DVD to Digital on Windows/Mac

As the wave of digitalization sweeps the world, it is necessary to convert DVDs to digital files. Over time, DVD discs may lose data or become unreadable due to physical wear, scratches, moisture, etc., which can be avoided if you know how to convert DVD to digital. In addition, digital files are easier to manage and retrieve, which can greatly improve our efficiency in obtaining information. Plus, digital files can be easily played on different devices while DVD can be played only on DVD players. In this post, we will introduce a few ways to transfer DVD to digital files.

Part 1: How to Convert DVD to Digital on Windows/Mac

To transfer DVD to digital, what comes to my mind first is the Leawo Blu-ray Ripper. It is the best Blu-ray ripper but at the same time, it can rip DVD discs to digital files. Here are some of its impressive features:

• Extensive format compatibility: Leawo Blu-ray Ripper can convert Blu-ray and DVD to more than 180 video and audio formats, such as converting Blu-ray to MP4, MKV, AVI, WMV, as well as MP3, AAC, FLAC and other audio formats, meeting all your needs in different devices and players.
•  Compatible with DVD: As a Blu-ray ripper, it not only supports Blu-ray disc ripping, but also can be well compatible with DVD conversion, making it a comprehensive Blu-ray and DVD ripper.
•  Support 3D format conversion: With Leawo Blu-ray Ripper, 3D Blu-ray/DVD can be converted to 4K video, 1080p video, 720p video and other resolution video formats, which means you can enjoy high-quality 3D video effects on different display devices.
• High-quality video output: Leawo supports retaining the original image quality of the Blu-ray/DVD content by maintaining the same image pixel density, aspect ratio and image frame as the source file.
• Lossless audio output: It also ensures high-quality audio output with the 5.1/7.1 audio channel, allowing you to obtain a theater-like audio experience when using devices such as home theater systems.
• Customized setting: You are provided enough freedom for customization. You can adjust video codec, bit rate, aspect ratio, resolution, quality, audio codec, sampling rate, frame rate, channel and other parameters before the conversion process to adapt to different target players and playback needs.
• Video editing features: Leawo offers some basic video editing features. You can trim the video length to get the desired video clips, crop video size to remove the black edge and optimize video performance by adjusting parameters such as brightness, saturation, contrast, and volume. Adding images or text watermarks is also supported.
• Batch conversion: If you want to convert multiple Blu-ray/DVD to digital files, you don’t have to repeat the process. To improve your work efficiency, Leawo Blu-ray Ripper comes with a batch conversion feature.
• Built-in Player: There is a built-in, region-free Blu-ray player for playing Blu-ray/DVD files. You can also preview video editing effects and 3D movie effects with the player before conversion.
• Subtitle selection: Users can freely select the subtitles in multiple languages from the source Blu-ray/DVD file in order to watch the movie in a familiar language.

Now let’s explore how to rip DVD to digital files with Leawo.

Step 1: Install Leawo Prof. Media

Download and Install Leawo Prof. Media on your computer.

Step 2: Choose Blu-ray Ripper in Leawo

Run the software. Choose the DVD Ripper module on the home page.

Step 3. Import Source DVD Files into the Program

Navigate to “Convert” > “Add UHD/Blu-ray/DVD” and import the DVD file. You can upload the entire disc (Full Movie), Main Movie (default selection), or Custom Mode.

When the source files are imported, you can preview the source files in the embedded media player.

Step 4: Output profile setting

Next to the “Add Photo” button, click on the “MP4 Video” button to call the drop-down box. Choose “Change” to go to the “Profile” panel and select video/audio format. A few video/audio formats and device models are provided such as 4K MP4, 4K MKV, etc.

Step 5: Output directory setting

Return to the “Convert” interface and press “Convert” to set the output directory in the “Save to” box.

Step 6: Start the conversion process

Press “Convert” again to start ripping DVDs. You can see the progress and the tasks are manageable.

Just follow the guide above and you can easily convert DVD to digital.

Part 2: How to Convert DVD to Digital on Android/iPhone

VUDU is an online movie rental and streaming service. It offers a vast library of movies and TV shows that users can watch on devices such as the Internet, SONY’s PlayStation 3 home game console and Blu-ray players. In 2017, VUDU launched its “Disc-to-Digital” service to rip Blu-ray to MP4. You can scan the barcodes on old DVDS and Blu-ray discs with your smartphones to convert them to digital format.

It’s not free, though. Converting a DVD to Standard Definition (SD, 480p) costs $2, and converting a Blu-ray disc to HD (HDX, 1080p) costs $5. The service supports about 8,000 movies from major movie studios such as Lions Gate, SONY Pictures, Paramount, Twentieth Century Fox, Universal, and Warner Bros.

Here is how to rip DVD to digital with VUDU (take Android as an example):

Step 1. Download the VUDU app from the Android App Store.

Step 2. Login into your VUDU account. Find the “Disc to Digital” option in the app.

Step 3. Scan the DVD barcode. Take out the DVD you want to convert and use your phone to scan the barcode on the DVD box. When scanning, ensure that the barcode is clearly identifiable to ensure the accuracy of the scan.

Step 4. Select the resolution and pay: The app recognizes the DVD information and prompts for convertible resolution options, usually including Standard Definition (SD, 480p) and high definition (HDX, 1080p). You’ll need to pay $2 for Standard definition and $5 for HD.

Part 3: How to Convert DVD to Digital Using a DVD to Digital Service Near You

If you know little about the digitalization process, the most convenient way would be it. However, it should be noted that the service comes at a slightly higher cost in terms of both money and time. 

Step 1. Create your order online or at Walmart.

Step 2. Bring your DVD disc and order confirmation printout (if you created your order online) to Walmart Photo near you.

Step 3. It takes about 3-4 weeks to get the digital copy. You can get it at Walmart if you drop off your DVD discs there.

Part 4: How to Convert DVD to Digital for Free

To convert DVD to digital for free, we have a recommendation. HandBrake is a free DVD ripper, which is compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux. It supports ripping the copy protection in the video and converting the DVDs to MP4/MKV formats. The batch conversion also ensures a high working efficiency. You can also do some basic video editing with its features.

Now let’s move to the detailed steps.

Step 1. Download and install HandBrake on your computer.

Step 2. Insert the DVD into the DVD drive.

Step 3. Under “Source Selection”, choose the target DVD file and Handbrake will scan your DVD titles. Choose the specific title from the drop-down menu.

Step 4. Select a preset from the “Presets” section and adjust the video and audio settings. Set the output directory through the “Browse” button.

Step 5. Hit the “Start Encode” button at the top to start the conversion process. Wait for a few seconds. Once the task is finished, you can locate your newly created digital file in the specified folder.

That’s it. The process is a little bit complex but as long as you are familiar with it, you can get your DVD discs ripped really soon.

Conclusion

In this post, we shared how to convert DVDs to digital on different devices. If you want to rip DVDs offline, then you can do it at Walmart, which, however, is a costly and time-consuming choice. If you want to rip DVDs on your mobile devices, VUDU can be a good choice. To convert DVDs to digital on Windows or Mac, Leawo Blu-ray Ripper and Handbrake can be considered. However, Handbrake, as a free program, may be less stable. Therefore, the Leawo Blu-ray Ripper is your go-to solution. It can rip both DVDs and Blu-ray discs to common video and audio formats and offers rich editing features. Give it a try and get an easy DVD ripping experience.