
To remove DVD copy protection, choose software based on the protection and the output you need. DVDFab DVD Ripper can process supported commercial DVDs directly to MP4, MKV, and other digital formats, while Passkey for DVD decrypts supported discs in the background for other software. MakeMKV is a free DVD-to-MKV remux option, and HandBrake or VLC can work with libdvdcss for basic CSS access.
By Diana Smith - Sep 10, 2026

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 - Jul 22, 2026