How to record your screen from U-NEXT (a ministry of the drumbeat)｜Thorough guide for beginners.

As one of the largest streaming video services in Japan, U-NEXT offers a wide range of content, including foreign and Japanese films, dramas, animations, adult and variety shows, and much more. There may be people who find it inconvenient to watch online playback and would prefer to record and watch the videos. However, many people may have problems when the recorded screen turns black.

In this article, we will show you how to record and download U-NEXT videos, which has been drummed up by many people, so don't worry. This article consists of the following

• Causes of the recorded U-NEXT screen going black
• How to record the screen from U-NEXT
• A beginner's guide to downloading videos from U-NEXT
• How to watch U-NEXT videos recorded and saved on your PC

Ice Kobayashi

Wait a minute, why is it so difficult to record videos from services like U-NEXT at the moment...?

It is possible to record and watch videos from U-NEXT.

U-NEXT, Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, etc. are well known as OTT services, and many people use them. By the way, it would be totally impossible to record videos from such OTT distribution services.

However, with the backdoor trick introduced here, you can easily record videos from these U-NEXT and save them as MP4 files.

You can also use a common "media player" that can easily record videos and save them as MP4 files for successful offline playback.

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However, if I record videos from U-NEXT using the recording function of my smartphone or using ordinary recording software, why can't I see them at all?

What causes the recorded U-NEXT screen to go black and become invisible?

At this time, many capture software that claim "U-NEXT can record screen" are actually having difficulty recording U-NEXT videos. Basically, when you start recording, the screen often goes black and no video is displayed. Below is an example of the playback screen of a video saved using UNEXT recording software. Many people may have tried such software and been disappointed, as the screen is completely invisible, although audio recording and other elements are possible (laugh).

The screen goes black when playing back Disney+ videos recorded with normal screen recordings.

Why do most UNEXT recording software restrict screen recording?

It is due to "HDCP" (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection), a technology that prevents unauthorized recording of videos. This technology makes it virtually impossible to record encrypted content onto the hard disk of a PC, TV, home recorder, etc., even after it has been recorded by U-NEXT or other software.

Therefore, recording is difficult unless certain methods are used to circumvent HDCP. Below, we would like to introduce in detail how to completely record and download videos from U-NEXT.

The secret to screen recording from U-NEXT

If you want to realize screen recording from U-NEXT, you have to avoid HDCP by using professional techniques. Below, we would like to introduce a behind-the-scenes method that allows you to record & download videos from U-NEXT.

This mainly applies to users with Windows and Mac computers, so if you watch offline on your smartphone, you can use the app's offline viewing function or transfer the files from your PC after downloading.

Now, let's look at the software that has been drummed up by many users-- I will introduce KeepStreams U-NEXT downloader. Not many people know about it, It is a secret technique that can be applied to Windows and MAC to record U-NEXT screen.

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KeepStreams may sound strange to you, but it is actually a very safe, legal, and easy-to-use software that allows you to download videos from U-NEXT!

Some may be concerned about the screen going black when recording, but with KeepStreams, you can record and download U-NEXT videos on your PCA with near 100% certain ty. You can also record content in Full HD and ACC 2.0 and save it as MP4/MKV, so you will be able to easily play the saved videos on your PC/iPhone/iPad/Android/TV and other devices.

So why bother recording videos from U-NEXT? Those who have used U-NEXT for a long time will understand. From an economic point of view, there are many cases where you joined a monthly subscription plan, but just before it expires, you haven't watched all the videos you wanted to watch. If you can't watch them all in one night, screen recording may be the best option to save money and watch them later at your leisure.

Convenience of U-NEXT Downloader Features

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After purchasing U-NEXT Downloader, you can download various contents from U-NEXT. For example,

So, let's start recording U-NEXT videos right away, shall we?

If you are new to KeepStreams, here are the instructions on how to record videos from U-NEXT, from installation to purchasing a paid plan, so please follow the guide below and try it out to see if you can record!

Beginner's Guide to Recording Videos from U-NEXT

In this part of the guide, we will explain specific instructions for those who are new to recording U-NEXT videos for the first time. After reading this guide, you will learn how to record videos from U-NEXT.

Install KeepStreams on your computer

Before using KeepStreams, please prepare what you need.

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If you want to install KeepStreams and run recordings smoothly, the above are essential.

STEP1. First of all, click on the "30-day free trial first" on the official page of U-NEXT Downloader, or

Also, click the button below directly and select the version according to your computer OS (Windows or MAC).

STEP2. Then, in the Explorer that appears, select a location for "KeepStreams_U-NEXT_Downloader.exe" and save it again with a name.

STEP3. Then, check and open the downloaded "KeepStreams_U-NEXT_Downloader.exe" installer.

STEP4. Before downloading the KeepStreams client, please customize and select a destination. <If there is not enough free space in the destination, the installation will be aborted, so please select a fully free filter. >>

STEP5. The installation of the KeepStreams client will be completed in about 1-2 minutes, so please wait a moment~.

STEP6.Then the installation will be completed when the progress bar reaches 100% for the last loading before the downloaded KeepStreams client is activated. The full process takes 5 minutes, so you can install KeepStreams in just a few clicks.

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By the way, after downloading and installing U-NEXT Downloader, if you want to use other products such as Netflix Downloader, you can use them directly without installing them again.

Flow of Screen Recording with KeepStreams U-NEXT Downloader

STEP1. Click on KeepStreams U-NEXT Downloader to launch it. When the following screen appears, the KeepStreams client is ready for normal operation.

STEP2. Then, on the screen that appears, you can check the number of valid downloads remaining for the free trial. Click "Close" to continue.

Specifically, you can download 3 videos for each of the 40 services for free, for a total of more than 120 videos.

STEP3. Set the language to Japanese and set the output format: Start KeepStreams U-NEXT Downloader and click "≡" in the upper right corner of the main screen to open the settings menu.

Go to "General" > "Language" and select Japanese. Also, if you want to set the output format such as MP4/MKV, go to "VIP Service" > "Video Format" and select MP4/MKV.

STEP4. Switch to VIP Services on the left side of the main screen of KeepStreams client and select the "U-NEXT" icon from there. This will open the U-NEXT website in the built-in browser. Please log in here first.

STEP5. Select the title you want to download and play it. Find the desired video and click the "Play" button to go to the viewing page. The downloader will then automatically analyze the data for that work.

STEP6. Configure output settings for the U-NEXT video. When analysis is complete, a dialog box will appear displaying information about the work.

STEP7. Click "Downloading" on the left side of the main screen of the KeepStreams client to check the progress of videos that have started downloading or have been added to the queue. Here you can control the progress of the download, including "Start All" and "Pause All.

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After the download starts, you can download at high speed, so please wait a moment. When I downloaded a 20-minute video, it took me about 2~3 minutes to download it, which I thought was very fast.

How to check recorded U-NEXT videos

STEP1. Please check the recorded video in the "Download" section on the left side of the main screen of KeepStreams client. Click on the video cover to play it directly.

STEP2. If you want to check the sub-filter of the video, you can easily open it by clicking the file icon on the side of the video. The video will be saved in MP4 format. This makes it easy to not only watch U-NEXT recordings on your PC, but also play them offline on other devices.

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This is how to download U-NEXT videos. If you use the free trial, you can download up to 3 videos. If you are out of that, we recommend purchasing the paid version version. Also, please go to U-NEXT Downloader Pricing in the Help Center to check the price and purchase method.

Is there a possibility of being caught recording the U-NEXT screen?

Generally, you can personally record U-NEXT without receiving any notification or warning from the operator. Personal information is properly protected by the Personal Information Protection Law, so even if you record videos from VOD services, it is unlikely that your personal information or that you recorded them will be revealed. The risk of being found out that you have recorded is very low.

While duplicating content is not illegal as long as it is within the scope of personal use, unauthorized use or redistribution of recorded content can lead to legal problems. Transferring or lending the content to others may result in penalties (up to 3 years in prison or a 3 million yen fine).

The important point is to avoid this kind of behavior, because you will never be caught offering the recorded video to a third party or sharing it on the Internet to make it available for download.

iPhone/iPad] How to watch u-next videos recorded on your PC screen on your mobile device

Although it is not possible to record U-NEXT screen on devices such as smartphones and tablets, U-NEXT video data recorded on PC can be viewed on mobile devices in various ways.

Here, we will use importing to iPhone via iTunes as an example; the most appropriate format for playback on iPhone and iPad is MPEG-4 format (.mp4).

First, start iTunes and display the "Movies" section.

There, click and drag the recorded u-next video data you want to put on your iPhone to iTunes.

Once the registration is complete, an item called "Home Video" will be added. Here, movies will be listed.

Next, connect your iPhone to the computer with the USB cable. After entering and confirming the passcode on your phone, click "Sync" in iTunes to start syncing your iPhone with the computer.

Go to "Settings→Movies" and check the video data you wish to sync, then click the "Apply" button. Wait until the synchronization is completed.

Finally, open the official "TV" application on your iPhone and look at the "Home Video" section, and you will see that u-next videos are registered. Now you can easily watch u-next videos anytime, anywhere on your smartphone.

Mobile devices】How to record U-NEXT on your screen

Next, we would like to show you how to record U-NEXT on your mobile device. Unfortunately, U-NEXT screen recording is not available on iPhone at this time.

Due to HDCP restrictions, the recording functionality on iOS and Android should be almost completely disabled. Therefore, if you want to save U-NEXT content on your smartphone or tablet, you will have to use the download function of a dedicated app. However, the U-NEXT app has various limitations, so please be careful before using it.

For example, the app can only store a maximum of 25 videos and cannot record all of them. There are also significant limitations, such as limited viewing on devices other than smartphones and the inability to watch when your membership expires. Below are detailed instructions for recording U-NEXT on iPhone and iPad.

• STEP1 Find the U-NEXT film you wish to download and go to its detail page.
• STEP2 On the detail page, check for the "↓" button and tap it to start recording.
• STEP3 When recording is completed, a "green check mark" will appear on the display of each work.
• STEP4 Recorded works are saved in "Library" -> "Downloaded".
• STEP5 Downloaded works are displayed. Tap "Video Cover" to start playing the video.

Summary

These are the individual instructions on how to record EUNEX for each device. What do you think? Of these, we recommend KeepStreams U-NEXT Downloader the most, which is compatible with both Windows and MAC.

It is easy to use and offers a free trial, and you can use it for free once you download videos from other SVOD services.

Most recording software does not support U-NEXT video recording, so do not waste your time trying it out. All of the aforementioned software can reliably perform U-NEXT screen recording. We encourage you to use the option that best suits your needs.

FAQs

Q1. Can I record the screen while watching UNEXT videos on my Blu-ray recorder?

A1. A Blu-ray recorder is a device that can burn contents to a Blu-ray disc. If you want to record UNEXT contents and save them on a Blu-ray disc, please refer to the above instructions on how to record UNEXT on a PC. However, please note that the burned Blu-ray discs can only be used for private purposes and cannot be distributed or used for commercial purposes.