MakeMKV is your one-click solution to convert video that you own into free and patents-unencumbered format that can be played everywhere.
Publisher’s description
What is MakeMKV?
MakeMKV by GuinpinSoft inc is proprietary Windows software in the video players category. It ranks 33rd by popularity among video players in this catalogue. Besides Windows, it is available for Linux.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides EXE (NSIS) installers for 32-bit Windows. The main installer is 15.1 MB. Installation asks for administrator rights. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches.
Popularity and file types
The Chocolatey package has been downloaded 121,887 times. Similar programs include VLC media player, QuickTime and MPC-BE.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Documented silent install
- Updated in the last two months
- Also runs on Linux
Cons
- Proprietary licence: check the terms and price
- No native ARM64 build
- 32-bit only
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: MakeMKV is a video player tool for 32-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is MakeMKV safe to download?
- The file is served by makemkv.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
F4E609BD34042A95B82A37D036D099A96E4480FF43D2BBB0BEE009757BD74B72· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 1 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| v2.0.0Latest | September 21, 2026 | 15.1 MB | 32-bit EXE (NSIS) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id GuinpinSoft.MakeMKV -echoco install MakeMKV -yscoop install extras/makemkvSetup_MakeMKV_v2.0.0.exe /SRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Also for other systems
flatpak install flathub com.makemkv.MakeMKVInformation
- Publisher
- GuinpinSoft inc
- Category
- Video players
- Licence
- Shareware
- Price
- See the publisher’s site
- Content rating
- All ages
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 32-bit
- Installer
- EXE (NSIS)
- Other platforms
- Linux
- Version
- v2.0.0
- Released
- September 21, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- September 24, 2026
- Versions listed
- 1
- Chocolatey downloads
- 121,887
- Website
- makemkv.com
- winget ID
- GuinpinSoft.MakeMKV
- Chocolatey package
- MakeMKV
- Scoop package
- extras/makemkv
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is MakeMKV free?
MakeMKV is proprietary (closed-source) software (licence: Shareware). Whether it costs money depends on the edition: check the publisher’s site for prices and free tiers.
Is MakeMKV safe to download?
The download comes from makemkv.com, which belongs to the publisher; 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 MakeMKV 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 MakeMKV be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does MakeMKV run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 32-bit version through emulation.
What are alternatives to MakeMKV?
VLC media player, QuickTime, MPC-BE, MPC-HC and MPV (Official CI build, MSVC). The alternatives page compares them.
