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Netflix Just Made Offline Binge-Watching Easier – Here’s How to Use It

Learn how to download entire Netflix seasons for offline viewing. Perfect for travel or no-internet zones. Stream smarter with this easy guide!

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No Internet? No Problem – Netflix Now Lets You Download Full Seasons

During the dark days when my home broadband went offline, we struggled to stream Netflix on our iPads and iPhones. If only we’d had this recent update – the ability to download entire seasons.

Granted, it might not have worked well with my almost useless 5G connection. But if I’d already downloaded shows like Squid Game or Man on the Inside, we could’ve watched them anytime, anywhere. Who needs a connection then?

Android Had It First—Now It’s Finally on iPhones

The ability to download full seasons isn’t entirely new. Android users have had it for a while. My new Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra had this feature from the moment I installed Netflix.

But today, when I checked my iPhone 16 Pro Max, the new download option wasn’t there. So I deleted the app and reinstalled it. Presto! The Netflix Downloads management center moved to a new location under My Netflix. Now, shows where downloads are available include a Download Season option next to the Share icon.

In multi-season shows, it says “Download Season 1” or whatever season you’re on. For a limited series like A Man on the Inside, it says something like “Download 8 Episodes.”

How Fast Is It? Does It Work Offline?

Netflix Just Made Offline Binge-Watching Easier - Here’s How to Use It

Over WiFi, it took less than a minute to download 1 episode of Squid Game Series. To test the feature, I put my phone in airplane mode. I was happy to see I could download any episode and play without issues.

You can also delete episodes individually or remove the entire season with one click in the Download Management section.

Why This Feature Is a Big Deal

Netflix Just Made Offline Binge-Watching Easier - Here’s How to Use It

Being able to watch Netflix offline is a game-changer. In my house, when we lost connectivity, we switched to DVDs just to have access to full seasons of our favorite shows. This feature would’ve been a binge lifesaver back then.

There’s no technical reason I can see that prevented Netflix from bringing this to iPhones and iPads at the same time as Android. I hope they don’t make a habit of covering only one platform at a time.

Giving us this content portability is the least Netflix can do after raising prices on all service levels.

Perfect Timing for Travelers

As I prepare to go on vacation, I plan to take advantage of this feature. I’ll download a few seasons of my favorite shows to watch on the beach or in my hotel room.

Such perfect timing. Thanks, Netflix.

Conclusion

This story highlights how Netflix’s new download feature makes offline binge-watching easier than ever. Whether you’re traveling or stuck without the internet, downloading full seasons ensures you never miss your favorite shows.

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