Netflix Error 0013

If you see the error code 0013 on your Android phone or tablet, it usually means that information stored on your device needs to be refreshed. Follow the troubleshooting steps below to resolve the issue.

Check if other TV shows or movies work

If you get the same problem with other TV shows or movies, skip these steps.

If other TV shows or movies play normally, you can tell us about the problem.

  1. Using a web browser, go to Viewing Activity in your account.

  2. In the list, find the TV show or movie with the issue and click Report a Problem.

  3. Follow the instructions, then click Report Problem.

Our content teams will work on fixing the issue as quickly as possible. In the meantime, you can still watch other TV shows and movies. For more information, go to How to report issues with a title.

Turn your device off, then back on

  1. Turn off your Android. Make sure it's powered off, not just locked.

  2. Turn it back on.

  3. Try Netflix again.

Clear the Netflix app data

Clearing the Netflix app data will remove any TV shows and movies downloaded on your device and sign you out of your account.
  1. Tap and hold the Netflix app icon, then tap App info.

  2. Tap Storage & cache > Clear storage > OK.

  3. Try Netflix again.

The steps to clear an app's data might be different for your device. To get steps for your device, check the manual that came with it or get help from the manufacturer.

Reinstall the Netflix app

Uninstalling the app will remove any TV shows and movies downloaded on your device and sign you out of your account.

If you're on your Android phone or tablet, open the Netflix page in the Play Store, tap Uninstall, then tap Install.

These steps will also reinstall the app:

  1. Open the Play Store app and search for Netflix.

  2. From the Netflix app store page, tap Uninstall.

  3. To confirm, tap Uninstall again.

  4. Tap Install.

  5. Wait for the app to install, then tap Open.

  6. Try Netflix again.

Contact the device manufacturer

These steps may remove apps, data, or settings saved on your device. Before you continue, make sure to have your Wi-Fi name and password and Netflix sign-in information ready.

To fix this issue, you'll need to contact the company that made your device.

When you talk to them, ask for their help with these steps. After each step, try Netflix again to see if it fixed the problem.

  1. Update your device's firmware or software to the latest version.

  2. Restore your device to its original settings, like when you first got it.

If they can't fix the problem or these steps didn't work, you'll need to use a different device to watch Netflix.

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