How to Download Netflix Movies

Save your favorite Netflix content easily and watch it anytime.

Why does it make sense to download Netflix movies and shows?

Streaming is convenient, but it does not always fit your day-to-day life. That is why downloading movies and shows can make a real difference:

• Poor internet connection: If your Wi-Fi is unreliable or mobile data is expensive, downloaded content lets you watch without interruptions.
• Watch on the go: Whether you are on a train, bus, or plane, downloads keep you entertained even when you are offline.
• Switch between devices: Watch your saved movies easily on your PC, tablet, or smartphone without limitations.
• No ads: Enjoy your content without annoying interruptions.

Download Netflix Movies – Instructions

How to download Netflix movies with the Netflix app on Windows

If you have a Netflix ad-free subscription, you can install the Netflix app on your device and download content for offline viewing.

1. Install the Netflix app
Download the Netflix app. Search for “Netflix,” select the official app, and click “Download.”

2. Sign in
Open the Netflix app on your Windows device and sign in with your Netflix account.

3. Search for a video
Use the search bar or browse the categories to find the movie or show you want.

4 Check availability
Not all Netflix content is available for download. Look for the download icon — a downward arrow with a line underneath — next to the title.

5. Start the download
Click the download icon for the movie or episode you want. The download will begin, and you will see its progress.

6. Find your downloads
Go to the “Downloads” section in the app. You can find it using the icon in the bottom menu.

7. Watch offline
Click the downloaded video in the “Downloads” section to watch it without an internet connection.

How to download Netflix movies on a Mac

Netflix does not offer a native macOS app that lets you download content directly. But you still have these options:

Option 1: Use an iOS device

1. Download the Netflix app from the App Store
Install the Netflix app on your iPhone or iPad.

2. Sign in
Log in to the app with your Netflix account.

3. Search for content
Find the movie or show you want to download.

4. Check availability
Look for the download icon next to the title.

5. Download
Tap the download icon to save the video.

6. Watch offline
Open the “Downloads” section in the app and play your saved content offline.

Option 2: Use Windows via Boot Camp

Install Windows on your Mac using Boot Camp so you can use the Windows version of the Netflix app.

Download Netflix Movies on Android or iOS

1. Install the Netflix app
Download the app from the Google Play Store (Android) or the App Store (iOS).

2. Sign in to your account
Open the app and log in with your Netflix account.

3. Browse or search for content
Find the movie or show you want to download.

4. Check availability
Look for the download icon (a downward arrow) next to the title.

5. Download the content
Tap the movie, show, or episode you want, then tap the download icon. TV episodes must be downloaded individually.

6. View your downloads
Go to the “Downloads” tab at the bottom of the screen or in the menu to see your saved content.

7. Watch offline
Tap the title you want in your downloads list to play it without an internet connection.

Did not find what you were looking for? Here is an instruction on the Netflix support portal.

Additional Tips

• Storage space: Make sure your device has enough available storage.
• Quality: You can change the download quality in the app settings. Higher quality uses more storage.
• Expiration dates: Downloads are not available forever, so be sure to watch them in time.
• Manage downloads: Delete older content in the “Downloads” section to free up space.

Limitations of Downloading with the Netflix App

Netflix does allow downloads and this is a practical and convenient feature, but there are some limitations:

• Limited content: Not everything on Netflix can be downloaded.
• Playback only in the app: You can only watch downloaded videos inside the Netflix app.
• Expiration dates: Downloads expire after a certain amount of time.
• Subscription required: If you cancel your subscription, your downloads are gone too.
• Title removed? Download gone too: If a movie or show is removed from Netflix, your download disappears as well.

Idea: Record Netflix Movies with Audials One

This is where Audials One comes in — the ideal alternative and complement for permanently saving Netflix movies and shows as files.

Why Audials One?

• Keep your favorite movies and shows even if you cancel your subscription.
• Watch your recordings on the device of your choice, in any video player.
• Record all content available on Netflix with no limits.
• Netflix ads are removed automatically during recording.
• Save videos at up to 4x speed in up to 1080p Full HD.

How do you use Audials? Record Netflix in three simple steps

Do Not Download Netflix Movies. Recording Is Better

The internet is full of promises about how to download Netflix movies. But be careful. These seemingly attractive solutions can have serious legal consequences. Many so-called “Netflix downloaders” remove DRM protection from videos in order to download content in 4K. Audials One, on the other hand, does not bypass copy protection.

Why record movies instead of downloading them?

With Audials One, you can record Netflix content in top quality. Here is why that is better than using Netflix downloaders:

1. Graphics card recording
   Audials does not interfere with Netflix’s DRM protection. You record content exactly as it is output through your PC’s graphics card.
2. Top quality without compromise
   Audials One gives you brilliant HD or Full HD recordings. Anything your hardware can display can be recorded and saved with excellent video and audio quality. That makes Netflix movie downloaders unnecessary.
3. Convenient offline viewing
   Once recorded, your favorite movies and shows are yours to keep. You can play them privately offline whenever you want and on whatever devices you choose.

Please note

Videos from Netflix™ are copyrighted. Any redistribution of them without the consent of the copyright owners may be a violation of the law in most countries, including the USA. Audials AG is not affiliated with Netflix™, nor the company that owns the trademark rights to Netflix™. This page is provided for compatibility purposes only, and in no case should be considered an endorsement of Audials Software products by any associated 3rd party.

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