Open from Downloads
Use the completed record as a direct path into playback instead of finding the same file again through a separate file picker.
Watch saved videos privately and offline.
ALBA's player is connected to your downloads and private vault. Open supported completed media directly, watch without returning to the source page, and keep it away from everyday camera-roll clutter.
Some vault-account, search, and bulk features require Pro. Current limits and pricing are shown inside the app.
Only save media you own or that the source explicitly authorizes you to download and keep. Availability depends on the page, format, and source rules. ALBA is not designed to bypass access controls or digital rights protections.
An offline player built around saved media.
The useful moment is not only when a transfer reaches 100%; it is when the finished file opens reliably later.
Open from the private vault
Organize media with folders and favorites, then play it from the protected space where it already lives.
Return without the web page
Once compatible media is finalized locally, normal playback does not require the original page or the same network connection.
From completion to offline playback.
Verify the result once before depending on it without a network connection.
Wait for finalization
A network transfer can finish before ALBA has fully validated and stored the result. Wait for the completed status.
Play video and audio
Open the item and verify that both tracks work. Container and codec support can differ between source versions.
Keep it organized
Move the completed item into the right folder, mark it as a favorite, and reopen it from the vault when offline.
Why a downloaded video may not play
A file extension describes a container, not every codec inside it. A video can finish downloading but contain a video profile, audio codec, separate track arrangement, or malformed data the device cannot play.
When the source exposes several compatible versions, another quality may also use a different codec or packaging. Verify playback while you still have access to the authorized source, especially before travel or a long period offline.
- Verify completion, not only network progress
- Test both video and audio tracks
- Choose another source-provided variant when available
- Keep enough space for finalization and playback
- Retain the original only when you are authorized to do so
Offline video player FAQ
What offline playback does and does not guarantee.
Do I need the original website after the file is saved?
Not for normal playback of a compatible completed local file. The source may still be needed if the download was incomplete, authorization expired, or a fresh version is required.
Why is there video but no audio?
The source may use a separate or unsupported audio track. Try another compatible source-provided variant when available.
Can I play imported videos too?
Yes, supported imported media can be organized and played from the same vault as completed downloads.
Does offline mean the file is backed up?
No. Offline means the file is stored locally. Backup is a separate choice you control through encrypted exports or Apple-managed device backup.
Finish the flow with playback that stays private.
Save compatible media, verify it once, and reopen it from your ALBA vault when you are offline.