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How to Remove DRM from Protected WMV Video Files

Part 1: What is protected WMV file?

WMV stands for "Windows Media Video", which is developed by Microsoft. WMV files are usually ASF files with a WMV extension. It can store video content in a compressed format.

Though originally used for windows operating system, the WMV format has become very common. However, in this area, they always include DRM protection, that prevents illegally duplication. Unfortunately, Songs bought from different companies will have different DRM protection that can restrict you from playing videos on incompatible players. Also, DRM restrict the usage of computers, so you just can't share you DRM-laden music with your friends. There comes the headache!

Part 2: How to remove DRM from WMV?

So, you could try some methods or programs that remove DRM from WMV files. This article presents you a easy way: using WMV DRM Removal software to convert your protected WMV files to DRM-free ones.

Now here are the steps to achieve this. First download and install WMV DRM remover.

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Step 1: Import WMV DRM protected files

After installing and running the program, you can either click "Add" button, or easily drag & drop the files into "Getting started" table. Moreover, software supports batch conversion, so you can add several files at a time.

 

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Step 2: Select the format for your WMV files

With WMV DRM Removal, you remove DRM from WMV through the conversion of the files format. Choose the format you'd like to get. There is a list of output formats ready for you to choose.

Tips: You can also change the output file location through "Output path", or the output files will be located as default.

Step 3: Begin to convert and remove WMV DRM

When you click on the "Start" button, Windows Media Player or iTunes may be launched to authorize your computer with the account and password you used to buy the WMV files. Only if your computer is successfully authorized, could the DRM removal process be started. This is why we call it 'legally remove DRM'. After converting, the files are DRM free so that you can play them on any devices or share with family members. If you don't want to wait beside, you can choose to turn off computer after conversion.

Now, you can enjoy our clear music & videos freely and have a wonderful life with the help of this WMV DRM Removal.

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  • Samuel5212  2011-12-22 06:39
    You have to first authorize your computer with Windows Media Player or iTunes before removing DRM from WMV files. The account and password you used to purchase the WMV files are required. Only if you can play the WMV file, can you remove DRM successfully.
  • ismael lara  2011-12-22 03:24
    after trying to remove the drm i received error message authorization error