How to Download Crunchyroll Episodes on Mobile, PC, and Mac

Crunchyroll lets eligible Fan, Mega Fan, and Ultimate Fan members download supported episodes for offline viewing on mobile devices, but official downloads have limits. If you want to download episodes from Crunchyroll on a Windows PC or Mac, your options are different. This guide covers official mobile downloads, desktop alternatives, and quick fixes for when Crunchyroll downloads get stuck or fail.

Part 1. Can You Download Episodes on Crunchyroll?

Yes. Crunchyroll’s Fan, Mega Fan, and Ultimate Fan subscriptions all support offline downloads, but only on certain devices. If you can install the official Crunchyroll app from your device’s app store, you can log in with your subscription and download episodes for offline viewing. This table shows which devices support it.

Nintendo Switch is ending support. The Crunchyroll app is no longer available on Nintendo Switch, and the service officially ends on October 30, 2026. After that date, you won’t be able to download or watch Crunchyroll on that console.

On devices without official downloads, Crunchyroll only supports online streaming. To save episodes on a computer, you need a dedicated downloader such as VidiFab Crunchyroll Episodes Downloader, which lets you download unlimited Crunchyroll videos and save them as MP4 files.

Part 2. How to Download Crunchyroll Episodes on Mobile (Official Way)

If you have an active Fan, Mega Fan, or Ultimate Fan membership and a supported iOS, Android, or Fire OS device, you can save anime episodes directly in the Crunchyroll app for offline viewing.

Steps to Download Crunchyroll Episodes on Supported Mobile Devices

1. 01

   Open the Crunchyroll app and sign in.

2. 02

   (Optional) Choose your download quality: Go to Account > Download Quality and select High, Medium, or Low. Higher quality uses more storage space.

3. 03

   Find the anime you want. Open the series page and select an episode.

4. 04

   Tap the download icon next to the episode. If you don't see the icon, that particular title isn't available for offline viewing.

5. 05

   To save a whole season at once, tap Download All.

6. 06

   Wait for the download to finish. Keep the app open until the progress completes fully.

7. 07

   Open your downloads. Go to My Lists > Downloads and tap an episode to play it offline.

Part 3. How to Download Crunchyroll Episodes on PC and Mac (Desktop Workarounds)

Crunchyroll offers a Windows app in the Microsoft Store, but installing it does not unlock an offline download option. On Mac, you can stream Crunchyroll through web browsers like Safari or Chrome, but no official desktop download feature exists for macOS either.

To watch Crunchyroll offline on a desktop computer, you must use alternative desktop solutions.

Method 1. Download Crunchyroll Episodes with VidiFab Streaming Video Downloader

VidiFab Crunchyroll Episodes Downloader (also known as VidiFab Streaming Video Downloader) works on Windows and Mac. It lets you download unlimited Crunchyroll episodes and save them as MP4 or MKV files. Because these are regular video files, they don't expire after 7 days or 48 hours, and you can play them on any device or media player.

1. 01

   Install and open VidiFab. Click the menu icon in the top right corner, go to Preferences, choose MP4 or MKV as the output format, and select a folder for your anime library.


2. 02

   Return to the main interface and click the Crunchyroll tab. Log in to your Premium account in the built-in browser, search for the series, and start playing an episode. When the Download button appears on screen, click it so VidiFab can parse the video stream.




Your login credentials stay private. VidiFab does not track, store, or share your login information or personal data.

3. 03

   Choose your video, audio, and subtitle settings. In the pop-up window, set the following:

• Video Quality: Select resolutions up to 1080p Full HD.
• Audio Quality: Clear AAC 2.0 audio tracks.
• Audio Language: Choose your preferred default audio track or select multiple languages.
• Subtitle Type: Embedded / Hardsub or Softsub / SRT.
• Subtitle Language: Select one or multiple subtitle languages according to your preference.
• Batch Download: Check the Select All box in the right panel to queue an entire season at once.

Click Download to start. VidiFab can keep running in the background, so you can keep using your computer.


4. 04

   When the queue finishes, open the History tab and click the folder icon to find your files. They are standard, DRM-free MP4 or MKV files. You can copy them to an external drive, stream them from a home media server like Plex, or play them in VLC Media Player and switch between audio and subtitle tracks.

Method 2: Record Crunchyroll Episodes With OBS Studio

OBS Studio is a free screen recorder for Windows and Mac. It doesn't download the video. It records your screen while the episode plays.

Before you record, keep in mind:

1. 01

   Install OBS Studio from its official website.

2. 02

   Under Sources, click the + icon and choose Display Capture or Window Capture.

3. 03

   If you chose Window Capture, select the browser window that is playing Crunchyroll from the Window dropdown menu.

4. 04

   Go to Settings > Output and set the recording format to MP4 or MKV.

5. 05

   Play the episode in your browser or the Windows app, switching to full screen if possible.

6. 06

   Click Start Recording. Once the episode finishes playing, click Stop Recording in OBS.

7. 07

   Find your recorded file by going to File > Show Recordings in the top menu bar.

Part 4. Quick Comparison: Which Crunchyroll Download Method Is Best for You?

The best way to download Crunchyroll episodes depends on your device and how you want to watch them. The official app is the simplest option for supported mobile devices. On a Windows PC or Mac, a desktop downloader may offer more flexibility, while OBS Studio is an option for screen recording if you don't mind the time consumption.

Part 5. Troubleshooting: Crunchyroll Won't Download? Try These Fixes

Crunchyroll downloads can sometimes fail on iPhone and iPad, even when you have an eligible subscription and a working internet connection. If an episode won't download, try these fixes one by one before giving up.

Fix 1. Download one episode at a time. Tap the download icon next to a single episode. Wait for that episode to complete 100% before tapping the download button on the next one.

Fix 2. Choose Medium download quality. Go to Account > Download Quality and change it from High to Medium. Medium quality uses less storage (about 200-300 MB per episode) and downloads faster, with fewer connection timeouts.

Fix 3. Make sure your device has enough storage. When your phone is almost full, the app itself can lag or freeze, which interrupts downloads. Delete unused apps, photos, or old downloads to free up space.

Fix 4. Start the download from the player. Open the episode and play it online for a few seconds. Tap the Download icon in the video description.

Fix 5. Stay on the download screen. While a download is in progress, don't lock your phone, switch to other apps, or browse other anime in Crunchyroll. Just leave it until it finishes.

Fix 6. Restart and update. Update the Crunchyroll app to the latest version, then close it and restart your phone or tablet.

Fix 7. Still not working? Submit a request through the Crunchyroll Support Portal.

Part 6. FAQs About Downloading Crunchyroll Episodes

Conclusion

Crunchyroll's official downloads work on iOS, Android, and Fire tablets, but episodes expire and some titles can't be saved. If you want episodes on a PC or Mac, VidiFab Streaming Video Downloader saves them as MP4 or MKV files that never expire. OBS Studio is a free but slower backup. Pick the method that fits your device, and enjoy your favorite anime anytime, anywhere.