How to Download and Watch Netflix on iPad

Part 1. How to Install Netflix App on iPad

To use Netflix on an iPad, download the official Netflix app from the App Store. Search for Netflix, install the app, and open it to watch movies, TV shows, documentaries, and Netflix Originals.

Netflix works on most iPad models, including:

1.1Find and Install Netflix from the App Store

To install Netflix on an iPad, open the App Store and tap Search. Search for Netflix, select the official app with the red "N" logo, and tap Get to install it. After installation, tap Open or find Netflix on your Home Screen. Sign in with your Netflix email and password to access the app.

01Open the App Store on your iPad.

02Tap Search and enter "Netflix".

03Select the official Netflix app with the red "N" logo.

04Tap Get and confirm with Face ID, Touch ID, or your Apple ID password if needed.

05Wait for the app to finish installing.

06Tap Open and sign in with your Netflix account.

1.2Navigate the Netflix Home Screen

After signing in, you can stream Netflix movies and shows directly on your iPad. The bottom navigation bar gives access to different sections. Tap Home to browse recommendations and categories, or tap My Netflix to view your profile, downloads, and saved content. To find a specific movie, show, actor, or genre, tap the Search icon and enter keywords.

Tap Play to start watching. For movies, tap Play on the title page. For TV shows, open the show page, select an episode, and tap Play. During playback, you can pause or resume the video, move through the timeline, adjust volume, change subtitles, or switch audio languages.

01Open Netflix and select your profile.

02Browse movies and shows from the Home tab.

03Tap TV Shows or Movies to explore categories.

04Tap Search and enter a title, actor, or genre.

05Select a title to open its details page.

06Tap Play to stream or Download to save it offline.

Part 2. How to Download Netflix Movies and Shows on iPad for Offline Viewing

Netflix lets users download selected movies and shows inside the iPad app for offline viewing. Downloads are stored in the Netflix app instead of as regular video files because they are protected by DRM (Digital Rights Management). Not all titles support downloads, some downloads expire, and saved videos can only be watched in the Netflix app.

2.1Find Movies and Shows Available for Download

Netflix does not offer downloads for its entire library, but many titles support offline viewing. To find downloadable content, open My Netflix, tap Downloads, and choose See What You Can Download. You can also open a movie or show page and look for the Download button or down-arrow icon.

01Open the Netflix app on your iPad.

02Browse the library or use Search to find a movie or show.

03Open the title page and look for the Download icon.

04Tap Download to save the title.

05For TV shows, tap the Download icon next to an episode.

06Wait for the download to finish before going offline.

2.2Download and Watch Offline

For movies, tap Download on the title page. For TV shows, open the episode list and tap the Download icon next to the episodes you want to save. You can check download progress from the Downloads section. To watch saved content, open My Netflix > Downloads, select a title, and tap Play.

01Open the Netflix app.

02Tap My Netflix at the bottom-right corner.

03Tap Downloads to view saved movies and episodes.

04Select a downloaded title.

05Tap Play to watch without an internet connection.

Part 3. How to Manage Netflix Downloads on iPad

Manage Netflix downloads from the Downloads section in the app. You can manually download movies and shows, while Smart Downloads can remove watched episodes and download the next episode automatically when connected to Wi-Fi.

3.1View and Delete Downloads

To view downloaded movies and shows, open My Netflix and tap Downloads. This section shows all saved titles on your iPad. To delete a download, select the movie or episode and remove it to free up storage space.

01Open the Netflix app.

02Tap My Netflix at the bottom-right corner.

03Tap Downloads to view saved titles.

04Select a downloaded movie or episode to watch.

05Tap Edit in the Downloads section.

06Select the titles you want to remove.

07Tap Delete Download to remove them from your iPad.

3.2Manage Download Settings

To adjust download options, open My Netflix and go to App Settings from the menu. From here, you can manage features like Smart Downloads and Downloads for You. To control automatic downloads, go to My Netflix > Profile > App Settings > Smart Downloads > Downloads for You and turn the feature on or off.

01Open the Netflix app.

02Tap My Netflix at the bottom-right corner.

03Tap the Menu icon in the top-right corner.

04Select App Settings.

05Turn Smart Downloads on or off to manage downloads automatically.

Part 4. How to Convert Netflix Videos to MP4 for iPad

Netflix downloads cannot be exported as MP4 files because they are protected and only work inside the Netflix app.

For iPad users who want to save Netflix videos for offline viewing, ViWizard Netflix Video Downloader helps save videos as regular files. It supports formats like MP4, which works well with iPad. Converted videos can be transferred to an iPad or other devices while keeping features like 1080p HD, subtitles, Dolby Atmos 5.1 surround sound, and metadata.

To download Netflix videos, install the Windows or Mac version of ViWizard Netflix Video Downloader, sign in, and add movies, TV shows, documentaries, anime, and other content. Choose a format like MP4 or MKV, then start downloading. You can try the free version for a few tests.

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• Save Netflix videos for playback on different devices

Step 1: Explore Netflix Library through ViWizard

Launch ViWizard Netflix Video Downloader on your laptop or computer. Within the ViWizard interface, navigate to the integrated Netflix Web Player. Sign in with your Netflix account details to unlock access to the extensive library of movies, TV shows, documentaries, anime, and originals.

Step 2: Customize Download Settings

In the ViWizard interface, locate and click the settings icon. From the dropdown menu, select "Preferences" to customize your download preferences. Here, you can adjust various settings including video format, codec, quality, audio channel, language, and subtitles to ensure optimal compatibility with your iPad. Once you've customized your settings, save them by clicking "OK."

Step 3: Search and Select Content

Return to the ViWizard interface and access the integrated Netflix Web Player. Utilize the search bar to find specific shows or movies you wish to download. Alternatively, paste the Netflix URL or code of the content directly into ViWizard. Once you've found the desired video, click to select it and proceed.

Step 4: Initiate Download Process

With your desired content selected, initiate the download process by clicking the "Download" button within ViWizard. You can also add multiple items to the download queue by selecting "Add to List" for sequential downloading. ViWizard will automatically begin downloading the selected content, including individual episodes or full seasons for TV shows, as well as entire movies. Wait for the downloads to complete; they will be saved as MP4 or MKV files on your laptop or computer.

Step 5: Access Downloaded Content

Once the downloads are finished, navigate to the "Downloads" or "Converted" section within the ViWizard interface to locate all completed downloads. Click on the title to reveal additional options. To access the downloaded files on your laptop or computer, click the "Folder" icon next to each title. From there, you can transfer the downloaded files to your iPad for offline viewing.

Part 5. How to Transfer Netflix Videos to iPad

After saving Netflix videos as regular files, transfer them to an iPad using iCloud Drive, Finder, iTunes, AirDrop, or other transfer tools. Unlike Netflix downloads, these files are not limited to the Netflix app.

Method 1. Transfer via iTunes (Windows PC or Older Mac)

01Connect your iPad to your computer with a USB cable.

02Open iTunes and select your iPad from the device list.

03Click File > Add File to Library or Add Folder to Library.

04Find the converted Netflix MP4 files on your computer.

05Click Open to add the videos to your iTunes library.

06Click the iPad icon in iTunes.

07Select Movies or TV Shows under the Settings section.

08Check Sync Movies or Sync TV Shows.

09Select the MP4 videos you want to transfer.

10Click Apply or Sync to start the transfer.

11Wait for the sync process to finish.

12Safely disconnect your iPad from your computer.

Method 2. Transfer via AirDrop (MacBook to iPad)

01Open Finder on your MacBook.

02Click AirDrop in the sidebar.

03Turn on AirDrop on your iPad from Control Center.

04Choose Contacts Only or Everyone to allow file transfers.

05Find the converted Netflix MP4 files on your Mac.

06Drag and drop the files onto your iPad in the AirDrop window.

07Tap Accept on your iPad when the transfer request appears.

08Wait for the transfer to finish.

09Open the Files app to find the transferred videos.

Part 6. How to Play Netflix Videos on iPad

Transferred Netflix videos can be played through the Files app or other supported media players. Standard MP4 files usually open directly on an iPad.

Method 1. Play MP4 videos in the Files app

01Open the Files app on your iPad.

02Tap Browse at the bottom of the screen.

03Select the folder where your videos are saved.

04Tap the MP4 file you want to watch.

05The video will open in the built-in player.

Method 2. Play videos with a media player app

01Install a video player app that supports MP4 files.

02Open the app on your iPad.

03Import the transferred MP4 videos.

04Select a video from your library.

05Tap Play to start watching.

Part 7. Final Thoughts

Netflix works well on iPad for streaming movies and shows, with features like offline downloads, subtitles, and audio options. However, Netflix downloads stay inside the app and cannot be moved or played as regular video files. With ViWizard Netflix Video Downloader, you can save Netflix videos as MP4 files and play them on an iPad or other devices without relying on the Netflix app.