Streaming giant Netflix has transformed how we entertain ourselves on movies, series and TV shows, offering a large library of content in many languages. This linguistic diversity is a fantastic feature, but can sometimes lead to unexpected and complicated situations. Imagine you switched on your TV for ‘Netflix and Chill’ only to find your screen filled with languages you can not understand. This scenario can occur for various reasons – perhaps a curious child experimented with the settings, you shared your logins with your friends, and they change the language to another, or maybe the default language simply isn’t your preferred one.
Regardless of how you’ve found yourself in frustration, knowing how to navigate Netflix’s language settings is an invaluable skill for any subscriber. Whether you’re trying to practice a new language, accommodate international guests, or simply correct an accidental change, the ability to switch languages can enhance your viewing experience significantly.
In this article, I’ll walk you through the process of changing your Netflix language settings across all supported platforms. From smart TVs to mobile devices, desktop browsers to gaming consoles. By the end of this article, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge to add to your Netflix experience, ensuring that nothing blocks you from your favorite TV shows, series, and movies.
How to Change the Language on Netflix on Windows, Mac, or Chromebook
If you are using Netflix on a computer, whether it be a PC, Mac or Chromebook, changing the language settings for Netflix is the same process. Follow the steps below to change the language on Netflix:
To change the Profile Language Settings, do this:
- Proceed to the Netflix website or open Netflix App.
- If you are not automatically signed in, sign in now.
- In the upper right corner of your Home screen, click your profile icon.
- In the dropdown menu, click on Account. If you can not understand the choices because the language has a different script, it should be the choice just after the line.
- Once on your Account page, scroll to the very bottom to the My Profile Section. Click on Language; it should be a choice just below your profile picture. You can always go through all the available links if the first link does not open the language page.
- On the Language screen, you will be given choices in which language to set. Each language is displayed in its own writing style, so it should be easy to find what you want.
- Once you have chosen the language you want, click on Save.
- Your account screen should now be in the language that you have set.
To change subtitles and audio, follow these steps:
- select any show title and click it. Allow the show to play.
- Once it is playing, click on the Pause button. It should be the bottom leftmost button on the screen.
- When paused, hover over the menu bars. At the bottom right of the menu, click on the subtitles icon. It is the one shaped like a word balloon.
- You will be given choices for both audio and subtitle settings. Do note that the languages available are dependent both on the show and your profile language settings. Not all shows are available in the same languages. If the language that you want is not shown in the choices available, you will need to enable it on the profile page. Refer to the instructions above on changing the profile language to do so.
- Your audio and subtitles should now be changed. If not, try reloading the video to allow the changes to apply.
How to Change the Language of Netflix on an Apple TV:
- Go to your Apple TV Home Screen.
- Navigate and choose Settings.
- From the choices, select General.
- Choose Accessibility.
- Depending on your Apple TV model, you will either see Closed Captions + SDH or find that choice under Subtitles and Captioning.
- From this menu, you can edit the subtitle settings as you see fit.
- Navigate out of this screen once you’re done.
How do I change the language back to the default on Netflix?
There is not technically a default language setting for the Netflix app. The program automatically sets the language when you create a profile, which is the default. If you save any language changes, that will be the new default. You will need to navigate to the language options again to revert. Depending on your platform, refer to the PC or Android instructions above to change your language settings to a new default.