Many of us are addicted to the TUDUM sound of Netflix, more than we would like to admit. However, your binge sessions can get frustrating pretty quickly if they’re interrupted due to network issues. Or maybe you can’t watch your favorite movie because you are traveling and your hotel Wi-Fi sucks. You’re not alone in this, as many Netflix subscribers also experience this problem.

However, there’s a silver lining: Netflix allows users to download movies and series to their local storage to watch them anywhere, without interruption.

This feature is also available on other streaming platforms like Youtube and Prime Video and is a godsend. With the Netflix offline view, you can get some offline entertainment just before boarding a plane or train. We love watching the latest movies while traveling, and Netlfix’s download feature makes watching a breeze.

Netflix has introduced new features such as Smart Downloads (more on this later), which download and delete shows and movies based on users’ usage patterns. This ensures that you always have something to watch without taking up a lot of storage space. All of this adds up to a great offline experience.

In this guide, you’ll learn how to quickly download Netflix Movies and shows on various devices and platforms.

Which Devices Support Downloaded Content from Netflix?

Netflix’s offline view is available on Android, iOS, Windows, and the app TV. Here is the full list:

• iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch running iOS 9.0 or later
• Android phone or tablet running Android 4.4.2 or later
• Amazon Fire tablet running Fire OS 4.0 or later
• Windows 10 (version 1709 or newer) or Windows 11 tablet or computer
• Select Chromebook and Chromebox models

How to download Netflix Movies and Shows on Android

You will need the official Netflix Android app to access the Netflix library on the go. Once you download the app, sign in with your Netflix account. After logging in, follow the steps below:

1. Choose your own profile.
2. Select or search for the movie/series you want to download (e.g. Better Call Saul).
3. Click the arrow button to start the download.
4. Your download will begin.
5. To track the progress of your download, visit the download section.

Now you can enjoy offline downloads on your Android smartphone.

How to download Movies from Netflix on iPhone

Install the Netflix iOS app to download movies and series to an iPhone. If it is already installed, please update it to the latest version. To download Netflix movies to your iPhone, sign in with your Netflix account, and then follow these steps:

1. Tap on your profile.
2. Navigate to the movie or show you want to download.
3. Click the arrow button to start the download.
4. You can check the download’s progress in the “Downloads” section.

With these steps, you can quickly download movies and series from Netflix to your iPhone.

How to download Netflix Movies and Shows on Windows

Netflix’s website does not support downloads. Therefore, you need to download Netflix’s Windows client, which is available from the Microsoft Store. Follow these steps to download the Netflix app on Windows:

1. Start by clicking on this link.
2. Click on Get in Store app.

3. Select Open Microsoft Store.

4. Click Get/Install.

5. Click Launch.

Once the app is launched, sign in to your account and follow the steps below to download movies:

6. Log in to your own profile.

7. Find something to download and click on the movie/episode tile (ex: RRR).

8. Click the Download button.

To access or view the progress of a download in the Windows app,

9. Click the hamburger menu.

10. Select My Downloads.

So you can use this method on your Windows device to download movies and series from Netflix.

How to download Netflix Movies and Shows on Netflix on iPad

The official Netflix app is required to download Netflix movies and shows to an iPad. Click this link to download the official Netflix app to your iPad. Follow the steps below to download movies and series on Netflix after logging in:

1. Select your profile.

2. Search for the movie you want to download and click the corresponding banner.
3. Click the “Download” button represented by an arrow.

4. Your download will begin.
5. Go to the Downloads section to check the download progress.

These were the official ways to download Netflix movies and shows on Android, iOS, Windows, and iPad.

How to Configure Netflix Download Settings

Users can change several aspects, such as preferred download quality and location. They can also restrict downloads to Wi-Fi to save mobile data. When the Wi-Fi Only option is enabled, Netflix doesn’t download content over mobile data. You can find these options under App Settings.

On Android, click your profile icon to access the app settings.

In Windows, click on the three dots on the start screen to access the same settings.

What are Smart Downloads on Netflix

Smart Downloads are one of the best features of Netflix. They allow for automatic downloads. Smart downloads automatically download the next episode of a series. To save space, episodes are deleted as soon as you finish them. Apart from the next episode, Smart Downloads can also download a selection of movies and series based on the user’s preferences. You can find the Smart Downloads option in the Downloads section.

Other features include Storage Allocation, which allows the account owner to limit the download quota for each profile. Storage allocation can be helpful for users who share their accounts with friends and family.

The account owner can also limit downloads on a device completely. To do so, go to the Device Management page and click Remove Device to control downloads. You can also check the download history on this page.

Netflix ‘Downloads for You’ feature

Netflix has a feature called “Downloads for You” that automatically downloads shows and movies that it thinks you’ll like. To try it out, open the Netflix app and go to More > Downloads. If you don’t see the Downloads tab, it’s because your device isn’t compatible with this feature.

Once you’re in the Downloads section, you’ll see a list of genres to choose from. Select the ones that interest you and tap on “Apply.” You can also choose to download content in standard or high quality.

After you’ve selected your preferences, Netflix will start downloading content that it thinks you’ll enjoy. You can find these downloads by going to My Downloads. Here, you can also delete content that you no longer want on your device.

Keep in mind that Netflix only stores downloaded content on your device for a limited time. If you want to keep something indefinitely, you’ll need to add it to your My List or download it again before it expires.

What are the Unofficial Ways to Download Netflix Movies and Shows?

Content downloaded on Netflix isn’t transferable and cannot be shared like traditional media formats. A few services such as FlixiCam and PazuVideo can help users download movies in MP4 format to their computers.

However, we strongly advise you not to use these services as they aren’t official and are sometimes very unsafe. Besides, there’s a risk of piracy, as most Netflix content is copyrighted and cannot be shared. Using these services poses a threat to your Netflix account, so please proceed at your own risk. We recommend you stick to the official offline viewing provided by Netflix.

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