Netflix to remove ‘Downloads’ feature on Windows next month

Netflix is planning to ditch the Windows 11 and Windows 10 app and might replace it with a progressive web app. While the upcoming Windows app will get improved video streaming quality and offer access to live events, it looks like the streaming giant will remove support for offline viewing.

While the current version of the Netflix app for Windows 10 and Windows 11 allows users to download their favourite shows in up to 1080p (FullHD), a new support document on the website that says “downloads will no longer be supported, but you can continue to watch TV shows and movies offline on a supported mobile device”. This means downloads will soon be limited to mobile and tablets.