How to Convert WMV to DVD Free and Easily: Windows 10 / Mac / Online

WMV, short for Windows Media Video, developed by Microsoft, is the default video format Windows Media Player supports. It is extensively used and recognized for its compression capabilities and high-quality video output.

However, whether it comes to watching WMV videos on a DVD player or saving your videos for the long term, converting WMV to DVD is vital. The conversion is indeed feasible on Windows 10, Mac, or even online. In the following sections we will elucidate how to burn WMV files to DVD step by step with 3 free WMV to DVD burners.

Best Way to Convert WMV to DVD on Windows and Mac

• Suitable for: macOS 10.13 - 15.x and Windows 11/10/8.1/8/7

The most reliable and convenient way to convert WMV to DVD is to use a professional DVD burner. In this section, we'll show you a tutorial on how to transform WMV files to DVD using the powerful tool DVDFab DVD Creator, applicable on both Windows and Mac.

DVDFab DVD Creator is a dedicated WMV to DVD converter that surpasses expectations in quality and speed. This tool enables you to burn WMV files to DVD format swiftly and easily, without sacrificing the original quality. In addition, it also supports a wide range of other video formats, allowing you to create DVDs of any digital video content.

This software also comes with a variety of customizable DVD menu templates, enabling you to personalize their DVD settings for the ideal playback experience. Whether you are a professional or a casual user, DVDFab DVD Creator offers a convenient and superior solution for converting WMV to DVD format. 

💡Key Features:

• Burn DVDs from WMV, M2TS, MP4, MKV, TS, and other 200+ formats.
• Output high-quality DVD-5/9, DVD+R/RW, DVD-R/RW, DVD-R DL, DVD+R DL, DVD folders, or ISO files.
• Adjust background image, subtitles, audio tracks, TV standard, aspect ratio, playback mode and more.
• Come with built-in free and customized DVD menu templates.
• 50 times faster DVD burning speed based on the latest hardware acceleration technology.
• Auto-synchronize all of the source video's meta data, such as the movie title, cast, and cover. 
• Preview video at any time during the DVD burning process.

Tutorial: How to Burn WMV to DVD on Windows 10 and Mac

First, download and install DVDFab DVD Maker on your Mac or Windows PC. There are separate versions for each, so make sure to choose the correct one.

Step 1: Launch DVDFab DVD Creator and Upload Your WMV File

After installation, launch DVDFab and navigate to the Creator module > DVD Creator. Click "Add Source" to upload the WMV file you want to burn to your DVD. You can also drag the file onto the main interface. 

Step 2: Customize Your DVD Settings and Create a DVD Menu

Once your WMV file is uploaded, you'll see all its details on the interface. Now you can adjust the quality and content of your DVD output.

Select menus and audio tracks. In the main interface's audio track and subtitle menus, check the tracks you want to keep. If you want to add external subtitles, click Add external subtitles to upload the file.

Adjust advanced settings. On the main interface, click Advanced Setting. Below are the instructions to tweak advanced parameters for burning WMV to DVD.

• Output:
• Volume Label: the name of your DVD.
• Output: This refers to the type of DVD disc you are creating. Options include DVD9/5.
• Video Quality: This setting determines how the WMV video quality is adjusted to fit the disc. You can directly select a preset mode like Fit to Disc, or choose customize, and then set a specific bitrate within this range.
• Menu Properties: NTSC / PAL, 16:9 / 4:3
• Playback Mode: choose whether to start from the menu or the first title, and whether to rewind.

Make a DVD menu. Click the Menu Settings button, a window opens where you can create DVD menu. You can select a font, size, and color for your text, relocate and resize widgets, and even change the background image for your menu.

Step 3: Select Output Destination and Start to Burn WMV to DVD

Select where you want your DVD movie to be saved. If you want to burn the WMV file to a blank disc, select your optical drive from the drop-down list. If you want a DVD folder on your hard drive, click the Folder icon; and if you want to produce an ISO image file, click the Image icon. 

Then, click Start to begin the DVD burning process, and your WMV file will soon be burned as a playable DVD.

How to Free Burn WMV to DVD with Windows Built-in Tool

• Suitable for: some editions of the Windows Vista and Windows 7.

For Windows users, Windows DVD Maker is a free WMV to DVD converter tool that is included in some editions of the Microsoft Windows Vista and Windows 7 operating systems. This open source DVD burning software provides a simple way to convert and burn WMV files to a DVD disc that can be played on regular DVD players. You can also customize the DVD menu, add background music, and apply various effects and transitions. However, the software is not included in Windows 8 and later versions.

💡Key Features:

• Windows DVD Maker is intuitive and easy to navigate. 
• It's pre-installed on Windows systems, meaning no extra downloads are needed. 
• DVD menus, background music, buttons, text and images can be modified for a personalized touch. 
• The software is compatible with multiple video formats like MP4, MPG, WMV, and more.

Tutorial: How to Free Convert WMV Videos to DVD on Windows 7/ Vista

Step 1: Launch Windows DVD Maker and Add WMV files

On your Windows computer, click "Start" or the Windows logo . Navigate to All Programs > Windows DVD Maker. In Windows DVD Maker, click "Add items" to import your WMV files into this free DVD burning software. 

Step 2: Customize the DVD

After adding WMV files, click "Next" to enter the DVD menu system. You can select a DVD menu style, change the DVD menu text, and see the DVD content. You may also specify DVD playback settings, burning speed, and other preferences here. 

Step 3: Start to Burn WMV to DVD

Once all of the settings are complete, click the "Burn" button to begin burning the WMV file to DVD. A window will display the time remaining. When the burning is finished, the DVD disk will eject automatically.

💡Limitations of this free WMV to DVD method:

• The software falls short on advanced features to burn video to DVD. 
• Compatibility issues with newer Windows systems. 
• Despite some personalization features, there's a limited selection of themes and styles. 
• Frequent burning errors with no troubleshooting options available.

How to Convert WMV to DVD Format Online

• Suitable for: basic WMV to DVD (VOB) conversion

If you don't want to use software to burn WMV to DVD, you can try using the online tool Zamzar to complete a simple WMV to DVD burning.

Zamzar is an online converter. It can transform WMV files to DVD-compatible formats. This web-based WMV to DVD converter does not require any software installation on your device, which means it can be accessed from any platform with an internet connection. With a paid membership, you can use Zamzar to convert files in bigger sizes.

I need to clarify that the online tool does not directly burn WMV or MKV to DVD discs. Instead, you'll need independent DVD burning software to burn the resultant DVD formatted file to a physical DVD.

💡Key Features:

• Supports over 1200 conversions, including video, audio, document, image, and eBook.
• No software installation necessary; all conversions are done online.
• User-friendly interface with straightforward steps.
• Sends email notifications post-conversion.

Tutorial: How to Burn WMV to DVD-compatible Format Online

Step 1: Open your web browser, such as Google Chrome or Firefox, and go to the ZAMZAR website.

Step 2: On the homepage, click on the "Add Files..." button to add the WMV file you wish to convert. You may also drag and drop the file into the web page.

Step 3: Open the dropdown list of formats to choose the target format you want to convert the WMV file to.

Step 4: Click "Convert Now" to transform WMV format to DVD. Depending on your file size and internet speed, this might take a few moments.

Step 5: After the conversion, ZAMZAR will show a download link. Click on the "Download" button to download the converted DVD VOB file.

👎Limitations of this online way to convert WMV to DVD

• Some conversions may be slow, especially for larger files.
• 50MB per file size limit on the free version.
• Free version only stores files for 24 hours.
• Lack of customized features, such as menu templates.
• Limited free usage concerning concurrent conversions and conversion speed.

Conclusion

Burning WMV or M4V to DVD format is a safe and quick solution to back up your videos and play them on any DVD player. It's easy to burn and convert WMV to DVD with the three programs we've introduced like DVDFab DVD Creator. Each method has its own benefits and drawbacks, but they all offer a way to fulfill your goals.