Change your password from the Netflix website or app

You can change your Netflix password directly from your account settings on any device. The process takes about two minutes and works the same way whether you use a computer, phone, or tablet. Netflix will sign you out of all devices after you change your password, so you will need to sign back in on any device you use regularly.

If you have forgotten your current password, you can reset it using your email address instead of following these steps — Netflix will send you a link to create a new one. That process is covered in the section below.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your Netflix password from the website, the mobile app, or the TV app by going to Account settings and selecting Change password.
  • Netflix will sign you out of all devices after you change your password, so plan to sign back in on devices you use regularly.
  • If you do not remember your current password, use the "Forgot password" option on the Netflix sign-in page instead of trying to change it from settings.
  • Changing your password does not affect your billing information or subscription plan — only your login credentials change.
  • If someone else has access to your account, change your password immediately and then sign out all other devices from your account settings.

Steps to change your password on a computer or phone

On the Netflix website: Sign in to your account, click your profile icon in the top right corner, select Account, then click Change password under the Login section. Type your current password, then enter your new password twice to confirm it. Click Save changes when you are done.

On the Netflix mobile app: Tap the More icon (three horizontal lines) at the bottom right, select Account, tap Change password, enter your current password, then type your new password twice. Tap Save or Confirm to finish.

Your new password should be at least eight characters long and different from passwords you have used before on Netflix. Netflix does not have a rule about capital letters or numbers, but using a mix of both makes your password stronger.

What happens after you change your password

Netflix automatically signs you out of every device connected to your account. This means if you watch Netflix on your phone, laptop, and TV, you will need to sign back in on all three. You only need to sign back in on devices you actually use — you do not have to sign in everywhere at once.

The sign-out happens immediately, so if someone is watching Netflix on another device when you change your password, their stream will stop. They will see a message asking them to sign in again. This is intentional — it is one reason to change your password if you think someone else has access to your account.

If you have forgotten your current password

Go to the Netflix sign-in page and click Forgot password. Enter the email address connected to your Netflix account. Netflix will send you an email with a link to create a new password. Click the link in that email, type your new password twice to confirm it, then click Save password.

The reset link in the email works for 24 hours. If you do not use it within that time, go back to the sign-in page and request a new link. Check your spam or junk folder if you do not see the email in your inbox — sometimes password reset emails end up there by mistake.

Signing out all devices without changing your password

If you want to sign out of all devices but do not want to change your password, you can do that from your account settings. On the Netflix website, go to Account, scroll down to the Settings section, and click Sign out all devices. On the mobile app, go to Account, scroll to Settings, and tap Sign out all devices.

This removes your account from every device without changing your login credentials. You will need to sign back in manually on any device you want to use Netflix on again. This option is useful if you lent your password to someone temporarily and want to remove their access without forcing yourself to remember a new password.

Protecting your account after a password change

After you change your password, take a moment to check who has access to your account. On the Netflix website, go to Account and scroll to the Settings section. You will see a list of devices that have signed in to your account in the last month. If you see a device you do not recognize, click Sign out next to it.

If you think someone has been using your account without permission, change your password immediately, sign out all devices, and then review the device list again. You can also change the email address connected to your account from the Account settings page if you think someone has compromised it. Netflix will send a confirmation email to your current address before the change takes effect.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will changing my password affect my subscription or billing?

No. Changing your password only changes how you sign in to Netflix. Your subscription plan, billing information, and payment method stay exactly the same. You will not be charged again or lose any of your saved shows and movies.

Do I have to change my password on every device?

No. Netflix changes your password across your entire account automatically. You only need to change it once from any device. After that, you will need to sign back in on each device you use, but you use the same new password on all of them.

What if I change my password and then forget the new one?

Use the Forgot password option on the Netflix sign-in page. Netflix will send a reset link to the email address on your account. You do not need to remember your old password to create a new one — the reset process works independently.

Can I change my password if someone else is watching Netflix right now?

Yes, but their stream will stop immediately when you change your password. They will see a message asking them to sign in again. If you want to avoid interrupting someone, wait until they are done watching before you change your password.

How often should I change my Netflix password?

There is no rule about how often to change it. Change your password if you think someone else knows it, if you have shared it with someone who no longer should have access, or if you use the same password on other websites and one of those sites was hacked. Otherwise, you can keep the same password as long as you want.