Wenny Yan - DVDFab Editor

DVDFab Editor

Wenny Yan is a tech writer at DVDFab with eight years of hands‑on experience. She writes clear, practical guides based on real testing for disc storage and audio/video format conversion. Before that, she worked as a Chinese‑English tech translator, which greatly improved her writing skills. She loves reading, watching classic films, and hiking to explore the world. Her writing is straightforward and easy to follow.

Joined in 2017

Article Contributed: 100

Expertise

Disc storage technologies and audio/video format conversion.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology from the University of California, Berkeley

Latest Posts

How to Copy DVD to Computer on Windows & Mac: Rip and Direct Copy
To copy a DVD to your computer, you need ripping software like DVDFab (for encrypted discs) or HandBrake (for homemade ones) to convert the video into standard digital formats like MP4 or MKV that can be saved to your PC hard drive. Simply insert the DVD, select an output format, and start the ripping process. Direct file copying without software is not recommended for movies, as it fails to handle copy protection and often result in unplayable files.
By Wenny Yan - Jan 12, 2026
How to Convert DVD to MKV Free and Lossless: Top 6 Software in 2026
To convert a DVD to MKV, you need a DVD ripper that supports MKV output. MakeMKV is for lossless MKV copies from DVDs, HandBrake is for compressed MKV files, and DVDFab DVD Ripper offers both. The workflow is basically the same: insert the disc, open the software, select the DVD drive as the source, choose MKV as the output format (DVDFab supports both compressed and passthrough MKV), and start the conversion.
By Wenny Yan - Jan 11, 2026
How to Rip a DVD: 8 Best Tools With Step-by-Step Guide
To rip DVD, insert the disc, launch your DVD ripping software (such as DVDFab DVD Ripper or HandBrake), load the source DVD into the program, select your preferred output format (MP4 or MKV), set a destination folder, and then simply click "Start." Wait for the process to complete, and your ripped DVD videos will be ready for viewing.
By Wenny Yan - Jan 11, 2026
How to Rip Copy-Protected DVDs to Windows PC and Mac For Free?
To rip a copy-protected DVD, you need specialized software like DVDFab DVD Ripper, or free but limited tools like MakeMKV and HandBrake (with libdvdcss). These programs can detect and bypass DVD copy protection schemes, ripping the content into digital formats for personal backup and easier playback on devices. Simply load your disc into the software, choose the titles, audio tracks, and subtitles you want to rip, and start the decryption and conversion.
By Wenny Yan - Jan 10, 2026
How to Rip Blu-ray for Plex: 3 Best Ways with Guide & Comparison
To enjoy your Blu-ray collection on multiple devices via Plex, you need to rip Blu-rays to Plex-compatible formats such as MKV, then add the files to your Plex library. This guide explores how to rip Blu-ray for Plex in 3 ways, helping you stream your movies alongside OTT content, live TV, online videos, and more.
By Wenny Yan - Dec 26, 2025
How to Rip DVD with HandBrake on Windows & Mac [Encrypted DVDs]
HandBrake stands out as one of the best free DVD rippers for Windows, Mac, and Linux. This guide demonstrates how to rip DVDs using HandBrake, including encrypted discs. We also provide troubleshooting solutions for common DVD ripping failures and recommend top alternatives when HandBrake encounters issues.
By Wenny Yan - Dec 24, 2025
How to Rip DVD with Subtitles and Extract Subtitles from DVD?
This article is a complete tutorial on ripping DVDs with subtitles. It covers ripping DVDs with soft and forced subtitles, and both will be explained in detail in Part 1. Part 2 also shows how to extract subtitles from a DVD and save them as separate subtitle files.
By Wenny Yan - Dec 24, 2025
Where Can I Sell DVDs For Cash: Best Place Near Me Or Online
Wondering what to do with your old DVD collection? In this guide, we'll cover the best ways to sell DVDs for cash—both locally and online. You can find out who buys DVDs near you and how to obtain the greatest value by visiting local pawn shops, thrift stores, and specialized buyback websites.
By Wenny Yan - Dec 23, 2025
How to Make DVDs on Mac and Windows with Easy Steps?
By Wenny Yan - Dec 23, 2025
Top 7 Best Blu-ray Rippers for Mac in 2025 [Free and Paid]
In this guide, we will explore the best and free Blu-ray ripping software for Mac with comprehensive review and a thorough comparison of each software to help you pick the best one. So, without wasting any time, let us learn how to rip Blu-ray on Mac.
By Wenny Yan - Dec 22, 2025
Is Your PS3 Not Playing ISO Files? Best Solution To Play PS3 ISO Files
What to do if your PS3 is not playing ISO files? The best solution is to convert the ISO file to a format that is compatible with your PS3. This can be done using DVDFab DVD Ripper. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to use this ps3 iso tool to convert your ISO files.
By Wenny Yan - Dec 18, 2025
How to Play DVDs on iPad: Check the Best DVD Player for iPad
Since there is no built-in DVD player for iPad, I tested the most effective way to turn physical discs into iPad-ready video files. By using DVDFab DVD Ripper on your computer and a player app like VLC on your iPad, you can enjoy your DVD library without any external DVD drive attached to the tablet.
By Wenny Yan - Dec 18, 2025