Netflix iPhone Free Upgrade: Season Downloads Now Available

Good news for Apple device owners! Netflix has finally introduced a feature that allows iOS users to download an entire season of a show with just one tap. Previously, Android users had this option in 2021, while Apple users had to download episodes one by one. However, on January 30, 2025, Netflix announced the launch of the Season Download feature for iPhone and iPad users.

In response to feedback from iOS members, a Netflix service representative told Variety:

We’ve heard that downloading episodes one-by-one has been a pain point for iOS members — something we’re now addressing with this rollout.

This new feature will make offline viewing much simpler for iPhone users. By downloading entire seasons with a single tap, users can enjoy their favorite shows on the go, whether traveling, on a flight, or during power outages.

iOS users can now download all original Netflix productions and most licensed series. Users on the Standard with Ads plan can save up to 15 series per month, while those on ad-free subscription tiers (Standard or Premium) can download up to 100 series.

The Season Download button can be found next to the Share option on a show’s display page. Simply select the series you want to watch, tap the button, and the entire season will be downloaded to your device automatically.

Netflix also shared the top 5 most downloaded shows by Android users: Squid Game Season 1, Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story, Squid Game Season 2, One Piece, and Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story.

As of the beginning of the year, Netflix reported having over 300 million subscribers worldwide, with nearly 19 million new subscribers added in 2024. Despite the rapid user growth, Netflix has increased subscription prices in the US. For more information on Netflix subscription costs, check out our in-depth analysis.