Delete individual titles from your Netflix history in three steps
Netflix stores every show and movie you watch, and you can remove specific titles from that record whenever you want. On any device where you're signed in, go to your account settings, find "Viewing activity," and click the X next to any title you want to delete. That title disappears from your history immediately — Netflix stops using it to recommend shows, and it won't appear in your "Continue Watching" row.
The process is the same whether you're on a phone, tablet, computer, or TV, though the exact menu path varies slightly. The important thing to know upfront: deleting from your history doesn't remove the show or movie from Netflix itself, and it doesn't affect what other people on your account see in their own histories.
Key Takeaways
- You can delete individual titles from your Netflix history by going to Account Settings, selecting Viewing Activity, and clicking the X next to each title you want removed.
- Deleting a title from your history stops Netflix from recommending similar content and removes it from your "Continue Watching" row.
- Each person on a shared Netflix account has their own separate viewing history, and deleting from yours doesn't affect anyone else's.
- Netflix does not offer a button to delete your entire history at once — you must remove titles individually.
How to delete history on a computer or phone
On a web browser, sign into Netflix and go to your account menu in the top right corner. Click "Account," then scroll down to find "Viewing activity" under the "Settings" section. You'll see a list of everything you've watched, with the most recent at the top. Click the circle with an X next to any title, and it's gone from your history.
On the Netflix app for iPhone, iPad, or Android, tap the profile icon at the bottom right, then go to "Settings." Scroll to "Viewing activity" and tap it. The process is identical — tap the X next to each title you want to remove. The changes take effect right away across all your devices.
What happens when you delete a title from your history
When you remove a title, Netflix immediately stops using it to build recommendations for you. If you deleted "The Crown," Netflix won't suggest other royal dramas or shows with similar actors. The title also vanishes from your "Continue Watching" row, so you won't see it the next time you open the app.
Deleting from your history does not remove the show or movie from Netflix's catalog, and it doesn't prevent you from watching it again in the future. You can search for it and play it whenever you want — you're just telling Netflix to forget that you watched it.
Why you might want to delete viewing history
Some people delete titles because they don't want Netflix's recommendations influenced by a show they watched once out of curiosity, or because they watched something with someone else and don't want it affecting their personalized suggestions. Others delete history for privacy reasons — if you share a device or account with family members, removing titles keeps your viewing separate from theirs.
Keep in mind that each person on a shared Netflix account has their own profile and separate viewing history. If you have your own profile, your history is already private from other account members. Deleting titles is useful mainly if you share a profile with someone else, or if you want to clean up recommendations without creating a new profile.
You cannot delete your entire history at once
Netflix does not have a "clear all history" button. You have to delete titles one at a time by clicking the X next to each one. If you have years of viewing history, this can take a while, but there's no faster way to do it through Netflix's official interface.
If you want a truly fresh start, the only alternative is to create a new profile on your account. A new profile starts with no history and no recommendations, so Netflix treats it like a brand-new user. You can keep your old profile if you want to preserve that history, or delete it entirely.
How to manage who sees your history on a shared account
If you share a Netflix account with family or roommates, each person should have their own profile. When you're signed into your profile, only your viewing history appears in your recommendations and "Continue Watching" row — other people's profiles don't see it. This is the cleanest way to keep viewing separate without having to delete titles constantly.
To create a new profile, go to "Manage Profiles" from the main Netflix menu and select "Add Profile." You can set it up with a PIN so only you can access it. If someone is using your profile without permission, you can remove them by deleting the profile entirely, though that also erases all history associated with it.
What Netflix does with your viewing data
Netflix uses your viewing history to build a recommendation algorithm — the more you watch, the better Netflix gets at suggesting shows you might like. This data also helps Netflix decide which shows to renew and which to cancel, based on how many people watch them. Your history is tied to your account and is not sold to third parties.
If you're concerned about Netflix's data practices beyond recommendations, you can request a copy of all the data Netflix has collected about you. Go to your account settings and look for "Download your personal information" — this shows you everything Netflix stores, from viewing history to search queries to payment information. You can also request that Netflix delete certain data, though viewing history is harder to remove completely since Netflix uses it for its core service.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does deleting my history stop Netflix from recommending similar shows?
Yes. Once you delete a title, Netflix removes it from the data it uses to build recommendations. If you watched a cooking show and deleted it, Netflix won't use that to suggest other cooking content. However, if you've watched similar shows that you didn't delete, Netflix will still recommend based on those.
If I delete a title from my history, can I still watch it again?
Absolutely. Deleting from your history only removes it from your viewing record — it doesn't delete the show or movie from Netflix. You can search for it and play it anytime. Netflix just won't remember that you watched it before.
Will deleting my history affect other people on my account?
No, as long as you each have your own profile. Each profile has its own separate history and recommendations. If you share a profile with someone else, deleting a title removes it from both of your histories. The solution is to create separate profiles so your viewing stays private.
Can I delete my entire history at once instead of one title at a time?
Netflix doesn't offer a "clear all" button. You have to delete titles individually. If you want to start completely fresh, creating a new profile is faster than deleting hundreds of titles one by one.
What if I want to hide my viewing history from someone else on my account?
The best approach is to use your own profile with a PIN so only you can access it. That way your history is completely separate. If you're already sharing a profile with someone, you'd need to create a new profile to keep your viewing private going forward.