How to use Netflix on your Apple TV

To connect your Apple TV to your Netflix account, make sure you are on the home screen and follow the steps below.

Install the Netflix app

1. From the home screen, select the App Store.

2. In the App Store, search for Netflix to find the app, then select Get to start installation.

3. Once it's installed, the Netflix app will appear on your home screen.

   Note: Netflix is available on Apple TV HD (4th generation) and later.

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Sign in to Netflix

1. Open the Netflix app.

2. Select Sign In to use an existing Netflix account.

3. Enter your Netflix email and password.

   Note: If you're not a member, sign up at Netflix.com.

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Your device is now connected to your Netflix account.

Resolution
Most devices can stream Netflix in high definition on fast internet connections and will play Netflix in their maximum supported resolution.

Parental controls
Netflix allows you to set parental controls on individual profiles.

Subtitles & alternate audio

• Learn how to use subtitles, closed captions, and alternate audio (including 5.1 surround sound), which are available for many TV shows and movies.

  • To check if your device supports 5.1 audio, go to any Netflix Original to see if there is a 5.1 audio option. If not, it means your device doesn't support this feature.

• Many devices allow you to customize the appearance of subtitles and captions, while others display them in a default style or may not be configured to show subtitles at all.

• Certain devices will let you stream titles with Dolby Atmos audio, including the models below. For more information on Dolby Atmos, visit our article about using Dolby Atmos on Netflix.

Netflix is available in 4K (Ultra HD) on select Apple TV streaming media players. To stream in 4K (Ultra HD), you'll need:

• A TV compatible with 4K (Ultra HD) streaming from Netflix, connected to your Apple TV via an HDMI port that supports HDCP 2.2 or later (usually the HDMI 1 port).

• A Netflix plan that supports streaming in 4K (Ultra HD).

• A steady internet connection speed of 15 megabits per second or higher.

• Streaming quality set to High.

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The following Apple TV models currently support Netflix in 4K (Ultra HD):

• Apple TV 4K (1st generation)

• Apple TV 4K (2nd generation)

• Apple TV 4K (3rd generation)

Netflix is available in Dolby Vision and HDR on select Apple TV models. To stream in Dolby Vision or HDR, you will need:

The following Apple TV models currently support Netflix in Dolby Vision and HDR10 format:

• Apple TV 4K (1st generation)

• Apple TV 4K (2nd generation)

• Apple TV 4K (3rd generation)

1. Go to the Netflix home screen and press the back button on your remote to get to the menu.

2. Go left to your profile icon, select Get Help, then Sign out, then select Yes.

If you can't get to the Get Help menu, these steps will also sign you out of your Apple TV.