Play a Direct URL and use Downloads

Paste a stream URL to play immediately, and manage saved files in Downloads on iPhone.

3 min readiPhone · iPad · Mac · Apple TV
  1. Add a Direct URL

    From Sources or Settings, choose Direct URL and paste a playable link (file or stream manifest). Watchly opens it in the player when the format is supported.

  2. Know the free limit

    Free accounts can keep up to 3 Direct URLs. Watchly PRO removes the limit.

  3. Use Downloads on iPhone

    Saved and transferred files live under Downloads. On iOS, Live Activities can show transfer progress while File Sharing or downloads run.

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