How to download movies on laptopfor free

Almost all of us now use streaming services to catch the hottest new movies and TV shows. However, streaming still have one major flaw they need an internet connection. Which means they aren't all that convenient when you're traveling.

Fortunately, many of the best streaming services now allow you to download movies to watch offline. And all for free, as part of your normal account. So, in this article, we'll show you how to download movies to watch offline. All for free and legally.

Netflix

You can watch movies offline on Netflix with your regular subscription, and downloading content doesn't count towards the number of screens you're allowed to view on. Not all content is available to download, but just look for the Download button on the movie's description page within the iOS or Android app.

If you want to know how to download movies on a laptop with Netflix, it's simple: you need to use the desktop app instead of the browser. There's a Netflix app for Windows 10 in the Microsoft Store, and you can use the Android app on most Chromebooks. Sadly, there's no Netflix app for Mac or Linux, so you can't watch Netflix offline on those platforms.

Netflix makes it easy to search for stuff to watch by genre or keywords. One of the best things about using Netflix to watch content offline is the quick transfer speeds. Your experience may vary based on connection details, but most people will be able to download a movie in minutes.

Download: Netflix for Android | iOS (From $ to $/month, no fees to watch offline)

Amazon Prime Video

It's easy to download movies on Amazon Prime to watch offline. When browsing through all the options, simply make sure you have selected the "Free to me" at the top of the screen within the app.

Everything on Amazon Prime is available to watch without Wi-Fi. Just tap the Download button below the description for your chosen film, then tap My Stuff to access your offline movies.

One of Amazon Prime's strongest advantages is how it offers a wide assortment of new releases and classics, plus plenty of kid-friendly choices.

Keep in mind that Amazon Prime offers streamed and downloadable content along with numerous other membership perks. These include access to Audible audio series, Kindle ebooks, and music tracks, plus free, fast shipping for Prime-eligible Amazon products.

Download: Amazon Prime Video for Android | iOS (Requires a $per-year Amazon Prime subscription)

TED

Are you looking for a little insight and inspiration during your travel time? Depend on the TED app to fill the void. You can download content for later viewing if you're on a laptop and plan to take it on your trip. Otherwise, make sure you have the TED app installed on your device before departure.

TED offers over 2, pieces of content to download and includes subtitles for other languages. After finding a TED talk that seems worthwhile, just click on the red Download icon to start transferring the file to your device.

TED also offers a cool feature that builds customized playlists depending on the topics you like and the free time you have. You can also look through a selection of the most popular TED Talks if you're having trouble deciding which one to watch. Unlike the other apps featured so far, this one is free, making it a good choice for cost-conscious media content consumption.

Download: TED for Android | iOS (Free)

Google Play Movies and TV