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Netflix Error tvq-st-128

If you experience the error code tvq-st-128, often accompanied by the following message:

Netflix has encountered an error

It usually means a network connectivity issue is stopping your device from reaching Netflix. Follow the troubleshooting steps for your device below to resolve the issue.

Go to Netflix.com on a web browser

  1. Using a different computer or mobile device, connect to the same Wi-Fi or network as the device having the issue.

  2. Open a web browser, then go to netflix.com/clearcookies and sign in to your Netflix account.

    • If you get the error NSEZ-403, it means we can't connect your account to the Netflix service right now. Please try again later.

    • If you don't get an error in your browser while doing this step, there may be a different issue. Contact us for more help.

Go to Netflix.com on a web browser

  1. Using a different computer or mobile device, connect to the same Wi-Fi or network as the device having the issue.

  2. Open a web browser, then go to netflix.com/clearcookies and sign in to your Netflix account.

    • If you get the error NSEZ-403, it means we can't connect your account to the Netflix service right now. Please try again later.

    • If you don't get an error in your browser while doing this step, there may be a different issue. Contact us for more help.

  1. Using a computer, phone, or tablet, connect to the same network or Wi-Fi as the device with the problem.

  2. Open a web browser and go to netflix.com/clearcookies.

  3. From the top right, click Sign In.

  4. Sign in to your Netflix account.

    • If you get the error NSEZ-403, it means we can't connect your account to Netflix right now. Try again later.

    • If you don't get an error, continue to the next steps.

  1. On the error screen, choose More Details.

  2. Choose Reload Netflix.

  3. Try Netflix again.

Illustration of a TV with a power button symbol, a power strip, and a 15-second timer, suggesting a restart device process

  1. Turn off your device. If your device has a power cable, unplug it.

  2. Make sure your device is completely off, not just in sleep or standby mode.

  3. Leave your device off for 15 seconds.

  4. Turn on your device and try Netflix again.

Go to Netflix.com on a web browser

  1. Using a different computer or mobile device, connect to the same Wi-Fi or network as the device having the issue.

  2. Open a web browser, then go to netflix.com/clearcookies and sign in to your Netflix account.

    • If you get the error NSEZ-403, it means we can't connect your account to the Netflix service right now. Please try again later.

    • If you don't get an error in your browser while doing this step, there may be a different issue. Contact us for more help.

  1. Using a computer, phone, or tablet, connect to the same network or Wi-Fi as the device with the problem.

  2. Open a web browser and go to netflix.com/clearcookies.

  3. From the top right, click Sign In.

  4. Sign in to your Netflix account.

    • If you get the error NSEZ-403, it means we can't connect your account to Netflix right now. Try again later.

    • If you don't get an error, continue to the next steps.

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.


  1. Turn off or unplug your smart TV.

  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 smart TV back on and try Netflix again.

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