- On PC, Netflix content can be converted to standard MP4 for personal use only; this is not feasible on mobile devices or via "online conversion" due to DRM restrictions.
- Downloader priority (fast, stable quality) | Screen recording backup (used when account/region is restricted).
Although you might argue that officials allow us to download Netflix shows. Then what if you want to watch Netflix offline on another device without downloading the show again? Unfortunately, the Netflix content download is all encrypted in mystery NFV format, which is only playable on one device.
Fret not! Here is an easy yet efficient solution - downloading Netflix videos to common MP4 files using Netflix to MP4 downloaders.
How to Download Netflix to MP4 on PC?
- Install a downloader on PC and sign in to your Netflix account.
- Search or paste the title URL and open the video detail.
- Set resolution（1080p where available）、audio（5.1/2.0）、subtitles
- Confirm the output as standard MP4 and start downloading.
- Play the MP4 locally or transfer it to your phone for offline viewing.
1. StreamFab Netflix Downloader
On PC, using a downloader that can remove Netflix DRM protection is the most straightforward way to reliably convert Netflix content into standard MP4 files; simply select the desired resolution, audio track, and subtitles, then save.
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How to Download Netflix to MP4 on PC with StreamFab
Follow the guide below to learn how to download movies on Netflix to the limitless MP4 format.
After logging in to your own Netflix account, find the title you want and play. StreamFab will detect the info automatically.
Choose the output format as MP4, and select the rest of the settings like resolution or audio quality to your preference.
Press on "Download Now". The Netflix file will be downloaded in MP4 format and stored on your device quickly.
2. Tunelf Netflix Video Downloader
Look what we got here, a brand new Netflix downloader! Tunelf Netflix Video Downloader seems to have just been published for weeks. It can download Netflix to MP4 format for infinite playbacks on all kinds of devices.
Another thing it says is that it provides 4k resolution when dealing with Netflix. Is that true? Sadly, the answer "No" came out after a series of tests by our team.
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How to Download Netflix to MP4 on PC with Tunelf
Download and install Tunelf Netflix Video Downloader to your device, then launch it to log in to Netflix.
Find the Netflix movie/show you want and click it to start playing so that Tunelf can analyze the video link.
Adjust specific video settings like resolution or audio to your preference. Then click on "Download".
*You can see that the best resolution Tunelf provides is 1080p rather than 4k.
Wait for a while until the downloads are finished and you can watch Netflix in MP4 format on any device.
How to Record Netflix to MP4 on PC?
- Open your recorder (e.g., Audials/OBS) and choose the Netflix window.
- Set frame rate and resolution to match the playback (up to 1080p on PC).
- Disable system sleeps/notifications; start recording and play the title.
- Stop and save the file as MP4; trim if needed.
*Need help? See Audials tips or OBS guide.
3. Audials Movie
Audials Movie is a classic stream recorder that is available for screen recording Netflix then converting to MP4. Because the root function is different, it might be less restricted in high copyright attention regions. Besides, it has a unique 4x speed recording mode to save your time.
Although it tried to cover the inevitable quality loss from recording by AI-enhanced function, it actually turns out to be a shot in the foot. The AI-enhanced recorded Netflix video may have "torn" or "melted" parts appear when playing offline.
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How to Record Netflix to MP4 on PC with Audials Movie
The free version of Audials Movie only gives you the first 10 minutes of recording. Anyway, check the guide below to start recording.
Install Audials Movie, then open it. Select Netflix from the Video Streaming section.
Adjust the settings like speed or resolution. It will ask you to login to Netflix after you click on the "Record" button.
After logging in, play the Netflix video you want and click the "Record" to start.
Wait until the recording is done or stops at any moment you want. Audials Movie will combine the clips into a complete video.
4. OBS
OBS is also a famous and classic screen recorder published for years. It looks more professional at first glance. Moreover, it has macOS & Linux versions so that Mac/Linux users can record Netflix to MP4 to watch Netflix offline on Mac without WiFi effortlessly.
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How to Record Netflix to MP4 on PC with OBS
Now let's have a quick learn on how to record Netflix with OBS.
Launch OBS and finish the pre-settings if it's the first time you launch it.
Log in to Netflix on your browser. Then click the plus symbol in the "Source" section, add "Window Capture" selecting the browser. Remember to turn off "Hardware Acceleration" in the browser settings.
Play the Netflix video, then start recording. Wait until the recording is finished and OBS will save the recorded Netflix to MP4 following the default path.
- Why are there no online downloaders/converters being recommended in this article?
- Actually, since Netflix applies extremely strict DRM on videos, those lite online tools lack the technical levels to convert Netflix to MP4. Mainly, they are working on no-DRM-protection video sites like Twitter or Vimeo, etc.
Which is the Best Netflix to MP4 Solution?
Check this sheet to learn the unique features of the recommended tools. We made a specific comparsion about Audials vs. StreamFab, as well, if you're interested in.
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StreamFab Netflix Downloader |
Tunelf Netflix Video Downloader |
Audials Movie |
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Win/Mac |
Win/Mac |
Win |
Win/Mac/Linux |
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Original 1080p with HDR10/Dolby Vision |
1080p |
1080p |
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Audio Quality |
Dolby Atmos/EAC3 5.1/AAC 2.0 |
Dolby Digital 5.1 |
5.1 Surround |
Original Sound |
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Root Mode |
Direct-download |
Re-encoding |
Recording |
Recording |
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7-9mb/s |
50-100kb/s |
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MP4/MKV |
MP4/MKV |
MP4/MKV/WEBM |
MP4/MKV |
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✅ |
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What is NFV? NFV is Netflix's encrypted offline cache format, which is tied to the app and device and cannot be directly converted to standard MP4.
Why can't NFV be converted to MP4? Due to DRM and device authorization restrictions (see DRM Basics for details).
Feasible alternatives: Use a downloader (outputs standard MP4); or follow screen recording steps to save as MP4 (higher cost).
FAQs
Yes, for personl use only. You may save the content as MP4 within the permitted scope for personal offline viewing; do not distribute, sell, or redistribute it.
No, mobile apps won’t output MP4. Mobile downloading is restricted by DRM and cannot be exported as MP4. However, you can generate an MP4 on a PC using the download steps mentioned above and then transfer it to your phone for playback.
3. Can I download 4k Netflix movies to MP4 format?
No on PC. (Limited by PC-side DRM and decoding chain constraints)。If pursuing higher clarity, it is recommended to prioritize ensuring the source material has 1080p resolution and a 5.1 audio track. You can find more related info in this discussion on if you can download 4k Netflix movies.
Wrap-Up
Once you know how to convert Netflix downloads to MP4, you can get all the content you want at your fingertips anytime. Whether you are traveling or waiting in a long queue, having a few good shows downloaded on your device can always come in handy.
Last tested: 2025-08（Windows 11 / macOS / Netflix App Latest Version; Network 100–300 Mbps）
