If you are purchasing directly from an iOS device, you can prevent local storage use by following these steps: Open your device . Tap your Apple ID (your name at the very top). Select Media & Purchases and then View Account . Ensure that automatic downloads for media are disabled.
Uncheck the box for under the "Automatic Downloads" section. Click OK to save your preferences. Find the movie you want and click the Buy button. 📱 How to Prevent Downloads on iPhone or iPad how to buy a movie on itunes without downloading it
Alternatively, when buying a movie in the or Apple TV App , if a prompt asks to download the file immediately, tap Later or the cloud icon to keep it in your virtual library without saving the file to your hard drive. ☁️ How to Watch Without Downloading If you are purchasing directly from an iOS
: The movie will safely remain in your purchase history on Apple Support's purchased content page until you decide to click the cloud download icon in the future. Ensure that automatic downloads for media are disabled
Once purchased, you do not need to download the file to enjoy your media:
When you purchase a movie, it is tied to your Apple ID and stored in the cloud. You can stream it anytime without taking up local storage space on your device. 💻 How to Prevent Downloads on a Windows PC or Mac
