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Convert FLV to VOB - Make Flash Videos DVD-Ready

Transform Flash video files into DVD-compatible VOB format. Preserve and play your videos anywhere.

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Flash Videos Need a New Home

Flash Player was discontinued in 2020, leaving millions of FLV files stranded. If you have FLV files from the early YouTube era, downloaded web videos, or archived content, they are increasingly difficult to play on modern devices.

Converting FLV to VOB gives your Flash videos a second life. VOB is the native format for DVD-Video, meaning you can burn these files to disc, play them on any DVD player, or archive them in a format that will remain accessible for decades.

How to Convert FLV to VOB

  1. Upload your FLV file - Drag and drop or click to select your Flash video
  2. Select VOB as output - Choose VOB from the available video formats
  3. Download your VOB file - Conversion completes in seconds

The entire process happens in your browser. No software installation required, no account creation, and your files stay private.

FLV vs VOB: Understanding the Difference

FLV (Flash Video) was designed for streaming small video files over slow internet connections. It uses efficient compression but sacrifices quality for file size.

VOB (Video Object) is the container format used in DVD-Video. It supports MPEG-2 video with much higher bitrates, multiple audio tracks, subtitles, and chapter markers. In our testing, VOB files are typically 3-5 times larger than their FLV sources, but the format is far more versatile.

FeatureFLVVOB
Primary UseWeb streamingDVD playback
Video CodecVP6, H.264MPEG-2
Audio SupportMP3, AACAC-3, PCM, MPEG
SubtitlesNot supportedFull support
DVD CompatibleNoYes

Why Convert FLV to VOB?

Create Physical DVD Backups

Burn your converted VOB files to DVD disc for permanent physical storage. Unlike hard drives that fail or cloud services that change terms, a properly stored DVD can last 25+ years.

Play on Any DVD Player

VOB files play on every standard DVD player ever made. Connect to your TV and watch without needing a computer or internet connection.

Preserve Archived Content

Many FLV files contain irreplaceable content from early internet video. Converting to VOB ensures these videos remain playable as Flash technology fades completely.

Share with Non-Technical Users

Grandparents, clients, or anyone without technical skills can play a DVD. Hand them a disc instead of explaining file formats and codecs.

When to Choose Different Formats

VOB is ideal for DVD authoring and physical disc creation. However, if your goal is different, consider alternatives:

  • FLV to MP4 - Best for general digital playback, streaming, and sharing online
  • FLV to AVI - Good for Windows-based editing software compatibility
  • FLV to MKV - Ideal for preserving multiple audio tracks and subtitles

Choose VOB specifically when you plan to burn DVDs or need guaranteed playback on standalone DVD players.

Browser-Based Conversion

Our converter works entirely in your web browser:

  • Windows, Mac, Linux, Chromebook
  • Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge
  • iPhone, iPad, Android devices

No software to install, no plugins to enable, no registration required. Upload, convert, download. Processing happens locally for smaller files, ensuring your videos remain private.

Pro Tip

For best DVD compatibility, keep your VOB files under 1GB each. DVD authoring software handles multiple smaller VOB files more reliably than single large files. Split longer videos before conversion if needed.

Common Mistake

Assuming VOB files will play directly on a computer like MP4. Most media players need codec packs or VLC to handle VOB. For general computer playback, MP4 is a better choice.

Best For

Archiving old Flash videos to physical DVD format for long-term storage, or creating playable discs for DVD players and car entertainment systems.

Not Recommended

If you only need to watch videos on your computer or share online, convert to MP4 instead. VOB is specifically for DVD authoring and adds unnecessary file size for digital-only use.

Frequently Asked Questions

VOB (Video Object) is the container format used in DVD-Video discs. It contains MPEG-2 video, audio (typically AC-3 or PCM), subtitles, and menu navigation data. VOB files are what DVD players actually read and play.

The converted VOB file contains compatible video, but creating a playable DVD requires additional authoring steps. You will need DVD authoring software to create the necessary folder structure (VIDEO_TS) and IFO files that DVD players require.

No. Conversion cannot add detail that was not in the original file. FLV files often have lower resolution and bitrate. The VOB output will match the source quality. Converting changes the container and codec, not the underlying image quality.

VOB uses MPEG-2 compression which is less efficient than the codecs in FLV files. A 50MB FLV might become a 200MB VOB. This is normal and expected when converting to DVD-compatible format.

The output resolution depends on your source FLV. Standard DVD resolution is 720x480 (NTSC) or 720x576 (PAL). If your FLV is lower resolution, it will be scaled appropriately during conversion.

Yes. Upload multiple FLV files and convert them all to VOB in a single batch. This is useful when preparing several videos for a DVD compilation.

Barely. Adobe discontinued Flash Player in December 2020, and most browsers no longer support FLV playback. Converting to modern formats like VOB, MP4, or MKV ensures your videos remain playable.

No. The converter runs entirely in your web browser. There is nothing to download or install. It works on any device with a modern browser including phones and tablets.

Yes. Audio from your FLV file is converted to a DVD-compatible format (typically AC-3). The audio quality matches your source file.

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