HandBrake is a free, open-source video transcoder for Windows, macOS and Linux that turns video files and unprotected DVDs into smaller MP4, MKV or WebM files with ready-made device presets, but it cannot unlock copy-protected discs.

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How to Download HandBrake

Pick your file - the one marked Recommended fits your device.
Main link goes to the developer's site - the file downloads straight from there.
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