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Convert DVR-MS to MOV Online — Free

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1

Upload your .dvr-ms file by dragging it into the upload area or clicking to browse.

2

Choose your output settings. The default settings work great for most files.

3

Click Convert and download your .mov file when it's ready.

What is DVR-MS?

DVR-MS is Microsoft's Digital Video Recording format used by Windows Media Center to record live television broadcasts. It stores MPEG-2 video with AC3 or MPEG audio in an ASF-based container with program guide metadata and closed captions.

Format Details

Full Name
Microsoft Digital Video Recording
Extension
.dvr-ms

Key Features

  • Windows Media Center
  • TV recording
  • MPEG-2 video
  • Closed captions

What is MOV?

MOV is Apple's proprietary video format developed for QuickTime. It offers high quality but larger file sizes. Commonly used by iPhones, iPads, and professional video editing software like Final Cut Pro.

Format Details

Full Name
Apple QuickTime Movie
Extension
.mov

Key Features

  • High quality
  • Apple ecosystem native
  • ProRes codec support
  • Professional editing

DVR-MS vs MOV

FeatureDVR-MSMOV
Full NameMicrosoft Digital Video RecordingApple QuickTime Movie
Extension.dvr-ms.mov
Best ForWindows Media CenterHigh quality

Frequently Asked Questions

Our converter preserves resolution, frame rate, and audio tracks by default. The MOV output uses optimized codec settings to maintain quality as close to the original DVR-MS as possible.
Free users can convert videos up to 100MB. Pro users can convert files up to 2GB with server-side processing — no software installation needed.
Most videos convert in under 60 seconds. Longer or higher-resolution files may take 1-3 minutes. Processing runs on our servers, so your device stays fast.
Yes. Our video converter is browser-based — works on iPhone, Android, tablet, and desktop. No app download required.
Yes. Audio is preserved by default during video conversion. You can also adjust audio codec, bitrate, and volume in the advanced settings.

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