If you start with the application like DVD Decrypter, things might become even more complicated. It is a free program that allows you to rip DVD to mp4, but it will require quite a bit of time and computer knowledge to do this and it only can convert non-commercial DVDs (unprotected DVD). Don't despair, because I will be your guide here to recommend DVD to iTunes Converter for an easier and faster way cause it only requires you to click. The follow I will show you how to convert DVD to mp4 for free.

Step 1: Load DVD Movie. Download this free DVD to mp4 converter.
Insert your DVD disc into your DVD-ROM and then run the program. Click the "Open DVD" button and add the DVD file. You can add DVD Folder, DVD ISO Files and DVD IFO Files as well.

Step 2: Output Settings.
Jst click the "Profile" drop down list to select "MP4" format as your output format, default settings is recommended to use, advanced users can also customize video resolution, frame rate, bit rate, encoder, etc.

Step 3: Rip/Convert DVD to MP4.
Hit "Convert" let this smart free DVD to MP4 Converter to do the rest for you! It is fast and easy to use, and you should never concern the video quality after conversion.
Related topic: Convert DVD to FLV, Convert DVD to iPod.