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Start with the Netflix instructions for your exact device. A supported television or streaming player uses the Netflix app, while a computer can use a supported browser. The sections below cover both routes.

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Which devices can run Netflix?

Netflix says you can watch on supported smart TVs, phones, tablets, streaming players, game consoles and computers. It also says the app is available on many cable boxes and Blu-ray players.

Some devices come with Netflix pre-loaded, while others need a download. Netflix also notes that a small percentage of devices may not be supported by all plans.

How to start watching

Once you're on a compatible device, the setup is straightforward. Netflix says you can sign in on one or multiple Netflix-compatible devices.

  1. Open the Netflix app on your device, or go to netflix.com in a supported computer browser.
  2. If your device doesn't already have the app, download Netflix if it is available for that device.
  3. Select Sign In to get to your account and start watching TV shows and movies.

What to do on a TV or streaming device

Netflix says the app is available on many smart TVs, streaming sticks and boxes, cable boxes, Blu-ray players and game consoles. On Netflix-ready TVs, it's usually on the main menu or home screen.

If Netflix is missing, a TV with its own app store may let you download and install it. If there still isn't a Netflix app, Netflix says you can try updating the device system software.

  1. Check the TV or streaming device home screen or main menu for the Netflix app.
  2. If you don't see it and the device has an app store, search for Netflix and install it if it is offered for that device.
  3. If there is still no Netflix app, update the device system software, then check the owner's manual or contact the manufacturer if needed.

How to watch on a computer, iPad or Meta Quest

Netflix says you can create an account and watch in supported web browsers on a computer, iPad or Meta Quest headset. Its supported browser list includes Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Opera and Safari.

On computers, Netflix says you can watch on Mac, Windows or Chromebook, and Windows users can also get the Netflix app. If you have trouble signing up, signing in or watching in a supported browser, Netflix says you may need to update your computer, mobile device or browser to meet its requirements.

  1. Go to netflix.com in a supported browser, or use the Netflix app on Windows.
  2. If Netflix won't sign in or play properly in the browser, update your computer, mobile device or browser to meet Netflix's current requirements.

If Netflix is missing or your device is older

Netflix says some TVs and TV streaming devices made before 2015 may no longer support Netflix. For cable boxes, availability can depend on the provider, and Netflix tells users to search the provider name in its Help Center to check support.

If you can't find your device, Netflix says to search its Help Center for the device name or manufacturer. For more device-support information, it also says to contact Netflix or the company that made the device.

  1. Search the Netflix Help Center for your device name, manufacturer or cable provider to check whether Netflix is supported.
  2. If support is still unclear, contact Netflix or the company that made your device for more information.

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