Copy Media from Server to Receiver for Offline Use
Planning a road trip or flight? RideStream's Copy from Server feature allows you to download videos, songs, or full playlists over high-speed local Wi-Fi directly to your phone's storage for 100% offline playback.
High-Speed LAN File Transfers
Unlike cloud storage solutions like Google Drive or Dropbox that upload files over slow internet connections, RideStream copies files over your local Wi-Fi router (LAN) at full hardware speeds (often 30–80 MB/s).
LAN Transfer vs. Cloud Storage Download
| Feature | RideStream Local LAN Copy | Cloud Storage (Drive / Dropbox) |
|---|---|---|
| Transfer Speed | 30 – 80 MB/s (Full Router Speed) | 5 – 15 MB/s (Limited by ISP Upload) |
| Internet Data Usage | 0 Bytes | Consumes Full File Bandwidth |
| Privacy | 100% Private Local Network | Uploaded to Third-Party Cloud |
Step-by-Step: Downloading Server Content
- Connect your phone or tablet as a Receiver to your host PC.
- Tap any server playlist to view its track list.
- Tap Download for Offline 📥 at the top of the playlist, or tap the download icon next to individual video files.
- RideStream downloads the media chunks directly into local storage. Once complete, the content is saved to your local playlists.
🔧 Troubleshooting LAN File Transfers
❓ Where Are Downloaded Files Saved on Android?
Downloaded files are stored in RideStream's app-specific media directory: /Android/media/com.videoplay.ridestream/RideStreamDownloads/ or on your external SD Card if configured in Storage Settings.
❓ What Happens If Wi-Fi Disconnects During Download?
RideStream features resume-capable download chunking. If your Wi-Fi momentarily drops, the download automatically pauses and resumes from the exact byte offset when Wi-Fi reconnects.