Netflix freezes, is unresponsive, or gets stuck loading

1. Pull up the deactivation screen by entering the following sequence using the arrow keys on your device's remote:

   • Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, Up, Up, Up, Up.

2. Select Sign out, Start Over or Deactivate.

3. Once signed out, sign back in and try Netflix again.

1. Unplug your device from power for at least 1 minute.

2. While the device is unplugged, press the power button on the device to discharge it.

   • If you cannot access the power button or your device does not have one, leave your device unplugged for at least 3 minutes.

3. Plug your device back in.

4. Turn your device on.

5. Try Netflix again.

Your device is experiencing a hardware or software problem that only the device manufacturer can solve. To get back to watching Netflix, you'll want to contact your device manufacturer and ask for the following:

• Help upgrading to the latest firmware for the device.

• Help performing a factory reset.

If those steps don't get you streaming again, your manufacturer may have other suggestions for fixing the device. If they don't have additional steps, or the additional steps still don't resolve the issue, you'll need to use a different Netflix-enabled device to continue streaming.

1. Pull up the deactivation screen by entering the following sequence using the arrow keys on your device's remote:

   • Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, Up, Up, Up, Up.

2. Select Sign out, Start Over or Deactivate.

3. Once signed out, sign back in and try Netflix again.

1. Unplug your device from power for at least 1 minute.

2. While the device is unplugged, press the power button on the device to discharge it.

   • If you cannot access the power button or your device does not have one, leave your device unplugged for at least 3 minutes.

3. Plug your device back in.

4. Turn your device on.

5. Try Netflix again.

Some types of networks have limited speed available and can be unusually slow, especially during times of the day when many people are using them.

• If you're using a cellular data network or a satellite internet connection, try using a different network if you can.

• If you're on a public Wi-Fi network at work, school, a hotel, or another public location, check to make sure Netflix is allowed there. These networks sometimes block streaming video intentionally.

If the date and time on your device are significantly different from the current date and time, you will have a problem playing your TV show or movie.

1. From the main menu, navigate to Settings.

   • If you're not already at the main menu, hold the PS button in the middle of the controller, select Quit, then select Yes to return to the home screen.

2. Select Date and Time Settings.

3. Select Date and Time.

4. Select Set via Internet.

5. Press the O button to return to the Date and Time screen.

6. Select Set Automatically.

7. Select On.

8. Try Netflix again.

1. Unplug your PlayStation 3 from power for at least 1 minute.

2. While your PlayStation 3 is unplugged, press the power button on the console to discharge it.

3. Plug your PlayStation 3 back in.

4. Turn your PlayStation 3 on with the power button.

5. Try Netflix again.

1. Begin from the PS3 home screen.

   • If you're not already on the home screen, hold the PS3 button in the middle of the controller, select Quit, then select Yes.

2. Navigate to the TV/Video Services section and highlight Netflix.

3. Press X.

4. Immediately after pressing X, press and hold both Start and Select until you see a message asking, Do you want to reset your Netflix settings and re-register?

5. Select Yes.

6. Enter your email address and password and try Netflix again.

For this step, make sure to leave your video game console and all of your home network equipment unplugged as a group for 30 seconds before plugging each device back in one by one.

1. Turn off or unplug your video game console.
   

2. Unplug your modem (and your wireless router, if it's a separate device) from power for 30 seconds.
   

3. Plug in your modem and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on. If your router is separate from your modem, plug it in and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on.
   

4. Turn your game console back on and try Netflix again.
   

Some types of networks have limited speed available and can be unusually slow, especially during times of the day when many people are using them.

• If you're using a cellular data network or a satellite internet connection, try using a different network if you can.

• If you're on a public Wi-Fi network at work, school, a hotel, or another public location, check to make sure Netflix is allowed there. These networks sometimes block streaming video intentionally.

If the date and time on your device are significantly different from the current date and time, you will have a problem playing your video.

1. From the main menu, navigate to Settings.

   1. If you're not already at the main menu, hold the PS button in the middle of the controller, select Quit, then select Yes to return to the home screen.

2. Select Date and Time.

3. Select Date and Time Settings.

4. Select Set Using Internet.

5. Select Set Automatically, if the box is not already checked.

6. Select Set Now.

7. Try Netflix again.

1. Unplug your PlayStation 4 from power for at least 1 minute.

2. Plug your PlayStation 4 back in.

3. Turn your PlayStation 4 on with the power button.

4. Try Netflix again.

1. Begin from the PS4 home screen.

   • If you're not already on the home screen, hold the PS button in the middle of the controller, select Close Application, then select OK.

2. Navigate to the TV & Video section and highlight Netflix.

3. Press the Options button on the controller.

4. Select Delete.

5. Select OK.

   Note:

   Deleting the Netflix app will not remove the Netflix icon from your PS4 home screen.

6. Select the Netflix icon. The PlayStation store will launch.

7. Select the Download icon.

8. Once Netflix has finished downloading, select Start.

9. Sign in to your Netflix account and attempt to stream again.

   • You may be prompted to sign in to your PlayStation Network (PSN) account first.

For this step, make sure to leave your video game console and all of your home network equipment unplugged as a group for 30 seconds before plugging each device back in one by one.

1. Turn off or unplug your video game console.
   

2. Unplug your modem (and your wireless router, if it's a separate device) from power for 30 seconds.
   

3. Plug in your modem and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on. If your router is separate from your modem, plug it in and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on.
   

4. Turn your game console back on and try Netflix again.
   

If you have completed the steps above but are still having issues connecting to Netflix, contact your internet service provider. They can help you determine whether your router is properly set up to communicate with the other devices on your home network.

1. Unplug your PlayStation 4 from power for at least 1 minute.

2. Plug your PlayStation 4 back in.

3. Turn your PlayStation 4 on with the power button.

4. Try Netflix again.

For this step, make sure to leave your video game console and all of your home network equipment unplugged as a group for 30 seconds before plugging each device back in one by one.

1. Turn off or unplug your video game console.
   

2. Unplug your modem (and your wireless router, if it's a separate device) from power for 30 seconds.
   

3. Plug in your modem and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on. If your router is separate from your modem, plug it in and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on.
   

4. Turn your game console back on and try Netflix again.
   

Some types of networks have limited speed available and can be unusually slow, especially during times of the day when many people are using them.

• If you're using a cellular data network or a satellite internet connection, try using a different network if you can.

• If you're on a public Wi-Fi network at work, school, a hotel, or another public location, check to make sure Netflix is allowed there. These networks sometimes block streaming video intentionally.

Uninstall Netflix

1. Begin from the Xbox Dashboard.

2. Navigate to Apps.

3. Select My Apps.

4. Highlight the Netflix app.

5. Press the X button for app details.

6. Select Delete.

7. Press Yes to confirm.

Reinstall Netflix

1. From the Xbox 360 Dashboard, navigate to Apps.

2. Select the Netflix tile to begin downloading the app.

3. Once the download is complete, sign back in and try Netflix again.

1. From the Xbox 360 main menu, select Settings.

2. Select System Settings.

3. Select Network Settings.

4. Select Wired Network or Wireless Network depending on your connection method.

5. Select Test Xbox LIVE Connection.

6. Select Continue.

   • If your connection test is successful, continue troubleshooting below.

   • If your connection test fails, see Microsoft’s Xbox support site for more help

1. Press the Guide button on your controller.

2. Go to Settings and select System Settings.

3. Select Network Settings.

4. Choose your network and select Configure Network.

5. Select DNS Settings and choose Automatic.

6. Turn your Xbox off and back on.

7. Try Netflix again.

If you need help adjusting this setting, visit Microsoft’s Xbox 360 support site for help.

1. Press the Guide button on your controller.

2. Select Settings.

3. Select System Settings.

4. Select Storage.

5. Highlight Memory Unit, Hard Drive, or USB Storage, then press Y on your controller.

6. Select Clear System Cache.

   • If you do not see Clear System Cache, check a different storage device.

7. When prompted to confirm storage device maintenance, select Yes.

8. Once you've successfully cleared the system cache, try Netflix again.

1. Pull up the deactivation screen by entering the following sequence using the arrow keys on your device's remote:

   • Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, Up, Up, Up, Up.

2. Select Sign out, Start Over or Deactivate.

3. Once signed out, sign back in and try Netflix again.

1. From the Xbox 360 main menu, select Settings.

2. Select System Settings.

3. Select Network Settings.

4. Select Wired Network or Wireless Network depending on your connection method.

5. Select Test Xbox LIVE Connection.

6. Select Continue.

   • If your connection test is successful, continue troubleshooting below.

   • If your connection test fails, see Microsoft’s Xbox support site for more help

1. Press the Guide button on your controller.

2. Go to Settings and select System Settings.

3. Select Network Settings.

4. Choose your network and select Configure Network.

5. Select DNS Settings and choose Automatic.

6. Turn your Xbox off and back on.

7. Try Netflix again.

If you need help adjusting this setting, visit Microsoft’s Xbox 360 support site for help.

1. Press the Guide button on your controller.

2. Select Settings.

3. Select System Settings.

4. Select Storage.

5. Highlight Memory Unit, Hard Drive, or USB Storage, then press Y on your controller.

6. Select Clear System Cache.

   • If you do not see Clear System Cache, check a different storage device.

7. When prompted to confirm storage device maintenance, select Yes.

8. Once you've successfully cleared the system cache, try Netflix again.

1. Power off your Android phone or tablet by holding down the power button.

2. Confirm that you want to turn off your Android.

3. Press the power button again to power your Android back on.

4. Once your Android finishes turning on, try Netflix again.

If possible, connect your mobile device to a different internet access point to rule out any potential home network configuration problems. Some examples:

• Attempt to connect to a different Wi-Fi network in range of your device.

• Bring your device to a neighbor's or friend's house and attempt to stream.

• If you have the ability to access a cellular data network on your device, try using it to connect to Netflix. While we generally don't advise streaming over a data network as a fix, it's a good way to see if a home network configuration issue is what's keeping you from streaming reliably.

If you're able to stream using a different internet connection, we recommend checking with whoever set up your home network to resolve any potential issues with the way the network is configured.

1. Power off your Android phone or tablet by holding down the power button.

2. Confirm that you want to turn off your Android.

3. Press the power button again to power your Android back on.

4. Once your Android finishes turning on, try Netflix again.

1. Turn off your device.

2. Unplug both your modem and router and wait 30 seconds.

3. Plug in your modem and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on.

4. Plug in your router and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on.

5. Turn on your device and try Netflix again.

If you're connecting over Wi-Fi and the above steps didn't help, follow these suggestions:

• Move your router to a new location to improve signal strength. You'll usually see better reception throughout your home if the router is in a central location.

• Move wireless devices such as cordless phones or microwave ovens away from your router. Wireless interference from these devices can create issues when you try to connect over Wi-Fi.

• Elevate your router off the floor. A router on top of a bookshelf or desk will give you better reception than a router placed behind or under furniture.

If possible, connect your mobile device to a different internet access point to rule out any potential home network configuration problems. Some examples:

• Attempt to connect to a different Wi-Fi network in range of your device.

• Bring your device to a neighbor's or friend's house and attempt to stream.

• If you have the ability to access a cellular data network on your device, try using it to connect to Netflix. While we generally don't advise streaming over a data network as a fix, it's a good way to see if a home network configuration issue is what's keeping you from streaming reliably.

If you're able to stream using a different internet connection, we recommend checking with whoever set up your home network to resolve any potential issues with the way the network is configured.

1. Press and hold the side button and one of the volume buttons at the same time until the sliders appear, then drag the top slider to turn your device completely off.

   • If the sliders do not appear, press and hold the Sleep/Wake button until the red slider appears, then drag the slider.

2. After 10 seconds, press the Sleep/Wake button to turn your device back on.

3. Once your device powers on, try Netflix again.

Refresh any outdated Netflix information stored on your iOS device by resetting the app.

1. From the Home screen, select Settings.

2. Swipe down until you locate the Netflix app.

3. Select Netflix.

4. Slide the Reset toggle to the On position.

   • If you do not see the Reset toggle, continue troubleshooting below.

5. Press the Home button to return to the Home screen.

6. Press the Home button twice and swipe right until you locate the Netflix app.

7. Swipe up on the Netflix app to close your session.

8. Press the Home button twice to return to the Home screen.

9. Try Netflix again.

1. From your device's home screen, tap and hold the Netflix app until it shakes.

2. In the top left corner of the Netflix icon, tap the X, then tap Delete. Once deleted, press the Done or Home button to stop the shaking.

3. Open the App Store and search for "Netflix."

4. Select the free Netflix app from Netflix, Inc.

5. To install the app, tap the cloud icon.

   • If you can't download the Netflix app from the App Store, visit Can't find the Netflix app in app stores.

6. Once installed, try Netflix again.

iOS 11.0 or earlier

1. Go to Settings.

2. Select General.

3. Select Restrictions.

   Note:

   You will be prompted for the passcode that was created when restrictions were turned on.

   • To change restrictions:

     1. Under Allowed Content, select Websites.

        • Specific Websites Only or Limit Adult Content should be selected.

     2. Scroll to the bottom of the list and select Add A Website.

     3. Enter https://secure.netflix.com along with any title (i.e, "Netflix App").

     4. Select Done on the keyboard.

   • To turn off restrictions:

     1. Select Disable Restrictions.

     2. Enter your passcode again.

4. Try Netflix again.

iOS 12.0 or later

1. Go to Settings.

2. Select Screen Time.

3. Select Content & Privacy Restrictions.

4. Select iTunes & App Store Purchases.

5. Select Installing Apps.

6. Select Allow.

7. Try Netflix again.

If you have any problems during this process or want to know more about restrictions on your iOS device, visit Apple's support article about Understanding Restrictions.

For this step, make sure to leave your device and all of your home network equipment powered off and unplugged as a group for 30 seconds before plugging each device back in one by one.

1. Turn off your mobile device.
   

2. Unplug your modem (and your wireless router, if it's a separate device) from power for 30 seconds.
   

3. Plug in your modem and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on. If your router is separate from your modem, plug it in and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on.
   

4. Turn your device back on and try Netflix again.
   

If possible, connect your iOS device to a different network to rule out home network configuration problems as the cause of your issue. To choose a different wireless network:

1. Press the Home button on your device.

2. Select Settings.

3. Select Wi-Fi.

4. Select a different network and connect to it.

   • If you are unable to use a different internet connection, contact your internet service provider for further assistance.

5. Once you are connected, try Netflix again.

If using a different internet connection didn't resolve your issue, continue to the next set of troubleshooting steps.

If using a different internet connection did resolve your issue, but the new connection isn't your preferred network, we recommend contacting your internet service provider for further assistance.

If you have completed the steps above but are still having issues connecting to Netflix, contact your internet service provider. They can help you determine whether your router is properly set up to communicate with the other devices on your home network.

1. Unplug your device from power for at least 1 minute.

2. Plug your device back in.

3. Turn the device back on with the Fire TV remote.

4. Try Netflix again.

1. Turn off your device.

2. Unplug both your modem and router and wait 30 seconds.

3. Plug in your modem and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on.

4. Plug in your router and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on.

5. Turn on your device and try Netflix again.

If you've modified your streaming device to use custom connection settings, restore your internet provider's default settings and try Netflix again. Custom connection settings might include:

• If you are connecting with a Virtual Private Network (VPN) or proxy service, disable it and connect directly with your home internet.

• If you have changed your streaming device to a custom DNS setting, try resetting the device to acquire DNS automatically.

If you need assistance changing these connection settings on your streaming device, please reach out to the device's manufacturer.

If you have completed the steps above but are still having issues connecting to Netflix, contact your internet service provider. They can help you determine whether your router is properly set up to communicate with the other devices on your home network.

1. Unplug your Apple TV and the TV it's connected to from power for at least 2 minutes.

2. Plug both devices back in.

3. Turn both devices back on.

4. Try Netflix again.

1. From the Apple TV home screen, highlight the Netflix app.

2. Press and hold in the center of the touchpad until the Netflix icon starts to shake.

3. Press the play/pause button to delete the app.

4. Select Delete again to confirm

5. Reinstall Netflix from the App Store and try Netflix again.

1. Unplug your Roku from power for at least 10 seconds.

2. Plug your Roku back in.

3. Turn your Roku on by pressing any button on the Roku remote.

4. Wait 1 full minute.

5. Try Netflix again.

Roku 1

1. Press the Home button on your Roku remote to navigate to the Roku home screen.

2. Select Settings.

3. Select Netflix Settings.

4. Select Deactivate this player from my Netflix account.

5. Select Yes. The device is now deactivated.

6. Select Netflix from the home screen and follow the prompts to reactivate the app.

7. Sign in to your account and try Netflix again.

All other Roku models

1. Press the Home button on your Roku remote to navigate to the Roku home screen.

2. Highlight the Netflix app and press the star key on the remote.

3. Select Remove channel.

4. Select Remove channel again to confirm.

5. From the home screen, select Streaming Channels.

6. Select Movies & TV.

7. Select Netflix.

8. Select Add Channel.

9. Select Go to channel.

10. Sign in to your account and try Netflix again.

For this step, make sure to leave your streaming media player and all of your home network equipment unplugged as a group for 30 seconds before plugging each device back in one by one.

1. Turn off or unplug your streaming media player.
   

2. Unplug your modem (and your wireless router, if it's a separate device) from power for 30 seconds.
   

3. Plug in your modem and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on. If your router is separate from your modem, plug it in and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on.
   

4. Turn your streaming media player back on and try Netflix again.
   

If you're connecting over Wi-Fi and the above steps didn't help, follow these suggestions:

• Move your router to a new location to improve signal strength. You'll usually see better reception throughout your home if the router is in a central location.

• Move wireless devices such as cordless phones or microwave ovens away from your router. Wireless interference from these devices can create issues when you try to connect over Wi-Fi.

• Elevate your router off the floor. A router on top of a bookshelf or desk will give you better reception than a router placed behind or under furniture.

If you're connecting through a wireless router that's connected to your modem and still can't connect after restarting your network, try bypassing the router. This will help identify what's causing the problem by eliminating the router or wireless connectivity problems as a possible cause.

1. Turn off your streaming media player.
   

2. Plug your streaming media player directly into your modem using an Ethernet cable.
   

3. Unplug your modem from power for at least 30 seconds, then plug it back in and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on.
   

4. Turn on your streaming media player and try Netflix again.
   

If this step gets you streaming again:

• If you've bypassed your router and successfully connected to Netflix directly through your modem, it's likely that the router itself is the source of the problem.

• Bypassing the router will allow you to stream for now, but if this configuration isn't a perfect solution, you may want to contact whoever set up your home network for help resetting or re-configuring your router settings.

If you're still not able to stream:

• If you're connected directly to your modem and still can't stream Netflix, you may want to check with your equipment provider to make sure your modem and internet service are functioning as intended.​

If you were unable to complete this step:

• We strongly recommend attempting to connect your streaming media player directly to your modem if you can -- it will allow you to absolutely rule out your wireless router as the cause of any network connection issues. However, if there's no way for you to directly connect your device to your modem, continue troubleshooting below.

If you've modified your streaming device to use custom connection settings, restore your internet provider's default settings and try Netflix again. Custom connection settings might include:

• If you are connecting with a Virtual Private Network (VPN) or proxy service, disable it and connect directly with your home internet.

• If you have changed your streaming device to a custom DNS setting, try resetting the device to acquire DNS automatically.

If you need assistance changing these connection settings on your streaming device, please reach out to the device's manufacturer.

If you have completed the steps above but are still having issues connecting to Netflix, contact your internet service provider. They can help you determine whether your router is properly set up to communicate with the other devices on your home network.

1. Unplug your device from power for at least 1 minute.

2. While the device is unplugged, press the power button on the device to discharge it.

   • If you cannot access the power button or your device does not have one, leave your device unplugged for at least 3 minutes.

3. Plug your device back in.

4. Turn your device on.

5. Try Netflix again.

1. Turn off your device.

2. Unplug both your modem and router and wait 30 seconds.

3. Plug in your modem and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on.

4. Plug in your router and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on.

5. Turn on your device and try Netflix again.

1. Unplug your TV from power for at least two minutes.

   • Please note that powering off the TV with your remote or the TV's power button will not resolve the issue.

2. Plug your TV back in and try Netflix again.

Your device is experiencing a hardware or software problem that only Samsung can solve. To get back to watching Netflix, please contact Samsung and ask for the following:

• Help resetting the Smart Hub.

• Help upgrading to the latest firmware for the device.

• Help performing a factory reset.

If those steps don't get you streaming again, Samsung may have other suggestions for fixing the device. If they don't have additional steps, or the additional steps still don't resolve the issue, you'll need to use a different Netflix-enabled device to continue streaming.

1. Pull up the deactivation screen by entering the following sequence using the arrow keys on your device's remote:

   • Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, Up, Up, Up, Up.

2. Select Sign out, Start Over or Deactivate.

3. Once signed out, sign back in and try Netflix again.

1. Unplug your TV from power for at least 1 minute.

2. While your TV is unplugged, press and hold the power button on the TV for 5 seconds to discharge it.

   • If you can't access the power button or your TV doesn't have one, leave the TV unplugged for at least 3 minutes.

3. Plug your TV back in.

4. Turn your TV on.

5. Try Netflix again.

Your device is experiencing a hardware or software problem that only the device manufacturer can solve. To get back to watching Netflix, you'll want to contact your device manufacturer and ask for the following:

• Help upgrading to the latest firmware for the device.

• Help performing a factory reset.

If those steps don't get you streaming again, your manufacturer may have other suggestions for fixing the device. If they don't have additional steps, or the additional steps still don't resolve the issue, you'll need to use a different Netflix-enabled device to continue streaming.

1. Pull up the deactivation screen by entering the following sequence using the arrow keys on your device's remote:

   • Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, Up, Up, Up, Up.

2. Select Sign out, Start Over or Deactivate.

3. Once signed out, sign back in and try Netflix again.

1. Unplug your TV from power for at least 1 minute.

2. While your TV is unplugged, press and hold the power button on the TV for 5 seconds to discharge it.

   • If you can't access the power button or your TV doesn't have one, leave the TV unplugged for at least 3 minutes.

3. Plug your TV back in.

4. Turn your TV on.

5. Try Netflix again.

Your device is experiencing a hardware or software problem that only the device manufacturer can solve. To get back to watching Netflix, you'll want to contact your device manufacturer and ask for the following:

• Help upgrading to the latest firmware for the device.

• Help performing a factory reset.

If those steps don't get you streaming again, your manufacturer may have other suggestions for fixing the device. If they don't have additional steps, or the additional steps still don't resolve the issue, you'll need to use a different Netflix-enabled device to continue streaming.

1. Pull up the deactivation screen by entering the following sequence using the arrow keys on your device's remote:

   • Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, Up, Up, Up, Up.

2. Select Sign out, Start Over or Deactivate.

3. Once signed out, sign back in and try Netflix again.

1. Unplug your TV from power for at least 1 minute.

2. While your TV is unplugged, press and hold the power button on the TV for 5 seconds to discharge it.

   • If you can't access the power button or your TV doesn't have one, leave the TV unplugged for at least 3 minutes.

3. Plug your TV back in.

4. Turn your TV on.

5. Try Netflix again.