DVDStyler is a cross-platform free DVD authoring application for the creation of professional-looking DVDs.
It allows not only burning of video files on DVD that can be played practically on any standalone DVD player, but also creation of individually designed DVD menus.
It is Open Source Software and is completely free.
Publisher’s description
What is DVDStyler?
DVDStyler is an open-source video player program for Windows from Thüring IT-Consulting.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit and 32-bit as EXE (Inno Setup). The main installer is 34.8 MB. Installation asks for administrator rights. It needs Windows 10 or newer. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation.
Updates and version history
The current version is 3.2.1, released on December 2, 2021. 3 versions are listed since June 6, 2021, each with links to its own installer files. The last update is more than a year old.
Popularity and file types
On Windows it registers 6 file types, including .xml, .mp3, .mp4, .wav and .mkv. Similar programs include VLC media player, MPC-HC and MPV (Official CI build, MSVC).
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Documented silent install
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
- No update for more than a year
In short: DVDStyler is an open-source video player tool for 64-bit and 32-bit PCs. Updates have slowed down. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is DVDStyler safe to download?
- The file is served by sourceforge.net; check that it is the publisher’s official mirror
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
99B74055E9B5CCEAE29B153158563E454905531C966F3CDBE98EA390A6A0E713· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- The source code is public
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 3 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.2.1Latest | December 2, 2021 | 34.8 MB | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup)32-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 3.2 | July 30, 2021 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup)32-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 3.1 | June 6, 2021 | — | 64-bit EXE32-bit EXE |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id AlexThuering.DVDStyler -edownload /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART /SP-Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Thüring IT-Consulting
- Category
- Video players
- Licence
- GPLv3
- Price
- Free
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10 (Windows 10+)
- Architecture
- 64-bit, 32-bit
- Installer
- EXE (Inno Setup)
- Version
- 3.2.1
- Released
- December 2, 2021
- Added to the catalogue
- June 6, 2021
- Versions listed
- 3
- winget ID
- AlexThuering.DVDStyler
File types it opens (6)
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is DVDStyler free?
Yes. DVDStyler is open-source software under the GPLv3 licence.
Is DVDStyler safe to download?
The download comes from sourceforge.net; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install DVDStyler with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can DVDStyler be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Which Windows versions does DVDStyler support?
The installer requires Windows 10 or newer and is available for 64-bit and 32-bit.
Does DVDStyler run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit and 32-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of DVDStyler?
The versions page lists all 3 versions with links to their official installer files, back to June 6, 2021.
What are alternatives to DVDStyler?
VLC media player, MPC-HC, MPV (Official CI build, MSVC), QuickTime and Audacious. The alternatives page compares them.
