Free software to convert DVD to digital for Apple devices?

[mickeymaker2003]

I need to learn how to convert DVDs into digital files that will work with Apple devices (iPod Touch and iPad). Is there any free software that will do it easily? I am only trying to convert from DVDs I already bought.

 

[MinnieFan4ever]

Download cucusoft. This will allow you to convert your DVD's so they can be put on your ipad. My husband has done this for my ipad.

 

[tzeitel]

I use Handbrake for my Kindle Fire but it also works for the iPad - it is actually pre-set for the iPad and I just change a setting for it to work on my KF

 

[Scoopy]

Just use Handbrake or Format Factory (Windows only).
If you need some other professional tools, I recommend Leawo DVD Ripper.

 

[Jackerry]

Are they protected DVDs? If not you can use Handbrake to do it. Otherwise use another DVD ripper that can rip protected DVDs, this one seems can do the trick: dvdconvertersoft.com/dvd-ripper.html or google for more options. Good luck

 

[Marionnette]

I need to learn how to convert DVDs into digital files that will work with Apple devices (iPod Touch and iPad). Is there any free software that will do it easily? I am only trying to convert from DVDs I already bought.

If you're asking about converting DRM-protected DVDs, you're in a legally gray area and I don't think we can help you with it.

However, if you're looking to convert a personal DVD (one you or a friend has made), then Handbrake is definitely the way to go. You will need to be a little bit computer savvy to accomplish the conversion but if you do a google search, you should be able to find step by step instructions on how to move those personal videos to your ipod.

ETA: I just noticed that the OP is the same poster who was looking for a digital copy of Brave from anyone who is not using their own. OP, if you're looking to convert your DVD of Brave to a digital file, that would fall into the legally gray area. Even if you own the DVD, you cannot convert it without permission from Disney.

 

[Kies99]

I have heard rolleyes1) that DVD Shrink will rip a copy and that Handbrake will then convert it for the Ipad.

Not that I would ever do something like that!

 

[Swimalie]

I use Handbrake for my Kindle Fire but it also works for the iPad - it is actually pre-set for the iPad and I just change a setting for it to work on my KF

This is what we use as well on our Mac desktop. Then we put them on one of our back-up hard drives which we can access through the house network on the iPad, iPod Touch and my lap top.