If your TV show or movie loads slowly or you experience buffering or rebuffering while Netflix is playing, your device may have a weak or unstable internet connection.
Turn off your phone or tablet. Make sure it's turned off, not just locked.
Turn it back on.
Try Netflix again.
You can update your Android device's OS (operating system) from the Settings app. Visit Google's support site to get the exact steps or to troubleshoot an issue.
Turn off your device, then unplug your modem and router from power.
After 30 seconds, plug in your modem and router.
Wait 1 minute, then turn on your device.
Try Netflix again.
Note:Some devices, modems, and routers might take longer to reconnect to the Internet.
To get a better signal you can:
Move your router and your device closer to each other. If possible, put them in the same room.
Move your router away from other wireless devices and appliances.
Keep your router in an open space off the floor. Routers get better reception when on a desk or bookshelf.
If the steps don't fix the problem, contact your internet service provider (ISP) for help fixing a network connection issue.
Your ISP can:
Check for an internet outage in your area.
Fix common router or modem issues and incorrect network settings.
Restart or reset your network's connection.
While talking with your ISP, let them know:
Whether the issue happens only on one device, or other devices on the same network.
Whether your device connects using Wi-Fi or directly using a cable.
Before you finish talking with your ISP:
Using a web browser, go to fast.com to test your internet speed and connection directly to Netflix.
Try playing Netflix again to make sure the problem is fixed.
Public networks:
For Wi-Fi in places like a café, hotel, or school, ask if video services like Netflix are blocked.
Private networks:
Check if your connection is slower than our recommended speeds and contact your internet service provider if you need help.
Connections like mobile hotspots, cellular, or satellite networks might be too slow to use Netflix.
If you're watching Netflix from your computer or mobile phone or tablet, you can check your internet connection speed at fast.com.
Press and hold the side button and one of the volume buttons at the same time until the sliders appear. Drag the top slider to turn your device completely off.
If the sliders don't appear, press and hold the Sleep/Wake button until the red slider appears, then drag the slider.
After 10 seconds, press the Sleep/Wake button.
Once your device powers on, try Netflix again.
Turn off your device, then unplug your modem and router from power.
After 30 seconds, plug in your modem and router.
Wait 1 minute, then turn on your device.
Try Netflix again.
Note:Some devices, modems, and routers might take longer to reconnect to the Internet.
To get a better signal you can:
Move your router and your device closer to each other. If possible, put them in the same room.
Move your router away from other wireless devices and appliances.
Keep your router in an open space off the floor. Routers get better reception when on a desk or bookshelf.
If the steps don't fix the problem, contact your internet service provider (ISP) for help fixing a network connection issue.
Your ISP can:
Check for an internet outage in your area.
Fix common router or modem issues and incorrect network settings.
Restart or reset your network's connection.
While talking with your ISP, let them know:
Whether the issue happens only on one device, or other devices on the same network.
Whether your device connects using Wi-Fi or directly using a cable.
Before you finish talking with your ISP:
Using a web browser, go to fast.com to test your internet speed and connection directly to Netflix.
Try playing Netflix again to make sure the problem is fixed.
Public networks:
For Wi-Fi in places like a café, hotel, or school, ask if video services like Netflix are blocked.
Private networks:
Check if your connection is slower than our recommended speeds and contact your internet service provider if you need help.
Connections like mobile hotspots, cellular, or satellite networks might be too slow to use Netflix.
If you're watching Netflix from your computer or mobile phone or tablet, you can check your internet connection speed at fast.com.