Quick take
Need to change the display language on your Netflix profile? You can update it quickly from almost any device.
Changing your display language also affects your default subtitle and audio preferences, so it is useful when you share devices or switch study languages.
Method 1: Change language in the mobile app (iPhone and Android)
Follow these steps to update the language directly inside the Netflix mobile app:
If you prefer a visual walkthrough, you can also watch this short YouTube tutorial.
- Open the Netflix app and tap My Netflix in the bottom-right corner.
- Tap your profile photo in the top-right corner, then choose Manage Profiles (the pencil icon).
- Select the profile you want to edit.
- Tap Display Language.
- Choose your preferred language from the list.
- Tap Done to save your changes.
Method 2: Change language from a web browser (PC/Mac)
If you are using a desktop or laptop browser, the process is just as simple:
- Go to Netflix.com and sign in.
- Hover over your profile icon in the upper-right corner and choose Manage Profiles.
- Click the profile you want to update.
- Open the Language dropdown and select your new display language.
- Click Save at the bottom.
FAQ
Will changing the display language affect other Netflix profiles? +
No. Display language settings are tied to each individual profile, so changing yours will not update the rest of the account.
Why did my Netflix language not change immediately? +
If the new language does not appear right away, fully close and reopen the app or sign out and sign back in so your profile cache refreshes.
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