Change Netflix's display language on any device

Netflix lets you change the language of menus, buttons, and descriptions on your account. The steps differ slightly depending on whether you're using a phone, computer, or streaming device, but the setting lives in the same place: your account settings. You can change the language without affecting what other people on your account see — each profile has its own language preference.

The language you choose here controls what you read on screen. It does not change the audio language of shows and movies themselves — that's a separate setting you pick when you start playing something.

Key Takeaways

  • Netflix language settings are stored in your account profile, so you change them from the account menu, not from the home screen.
  • On a phone or tablet, go to your profile icon, then Account, then Language, and pick from the list Netflix offers in your region.
  • On a computer, the same path works: profile icon in the top right, Account, then Language.
  • On a TV or streaming device, you may need to go through your device's system settings instead, because some devices don't let Netflix control language from within the app.
  • Changing the Netflix language does not change the audio track of shows — you pick audio language separately when you press play.

Change language on a phone or tablet

Open Netflix and tap your profile icon in the bottom right corner. On some phones this appears as a circle with your profile picture; on others it's a person icon. Tap it and you'll see a menu with your profile name at the top.

Tap Account from that menu. You'll see several options including Notifications, Downloads, and Language. Tap Language. Netflix will show you a list of languages available in your region — usually between 10 and 30 options depending on your country. Tap the language you want. The change takes effect immediately, and the next time you open Netflix, the menus will be in that language.

Change language on a computer or web browser

Go to Netflix.com and sign in. In the top right corner, click your profile icon — it looks like a circle with your profile picture or initial. A dropdown menu appears.

Click Account. You'll land on your account page. On the left side, look for a section called Settings or Preferences. Click Language. Select the language you want from the list and click Save. Refresh the page or sign out and back in to see the change take effect across the site.

Change language on a TV or streaming device

On devices like Roku, Apple TV, Fire Stick, or a smart TV, Netflix may not let you change the language from inside the app. Instead, you change it in your device's system settings. The exact steps depend on your device, but the general path is: go to your device's Settings app, find Language or Display Language, and pick the language you want. Netflix will then display in that language.

If your device does have a Netflix settings menu, you can try the same steps as on a phone: go to your profile, then Account, then Language. But if that option doesn't appear, your device doesn't support it, and you'll need to use the system settings instead.

What to do if your language isn't in the list

Netflix offers different languages depending on your country. If the language you want doesn't appear in the list, it means Netflix hasn't made that language available in your region yet. You can't force Netflix to show a language it doesn't offer.

If you're traveling or have moved to a new country, Netflix may show you a different set of languages than before. This is based on your account's registered location, not your current location. If you need to change your registered country, you'll need to update your payment method and billing address in your account settings first.

Change the audio language of shows and movies

The language setting you just changed only affects Netflix's menus and descriptions. To change what language you hear when you watch a show, you need a different setting. Start playing any show or movie, then look for an audio icon — usually a speaker or a "CC" button on the playback controls.

Click or tap that icon and you'll see a list of available audio languages for that specific title. Not every show is available in every language, so the options change from title to title. Pick the audio language you want and Netflix will play in that language. This choice only applies to that one title — the next show you watch may have different audio options.

Troubleshoot language changes that don't stick

If you change the language but Netflix keeps reverting to the old one, try signing out completely and signing back in. On a phone, go to your profile, scroll down, and tap Sign Out. On a computer, click your profile icon and select Sign Out. Then sign back in with your email and password. This forces Netflix to reload your account settings from scratch.

If the problem persists, try clearing your browser cache (on a computer) or uninstalling and reinstalling the Netflix app (on a phone or device). These steps remove any stored data that might be overriding your language choice. After you reinstall, sign in again and change the language once more.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does changing my Netflix language affect other people on my account?

No. Each profile on a Netflix account has its own language setting. If you share your account with family members, you can each set a different language, and it won't change what the others see. Each person's profile remembers their own choice.

Can I watch shows in a different language than the Netflix menu language?

Yes. The menu language and the audio language are separate. You can have Netflix menus in English and watch a show with Spanish audio, or any other combination. You pick the audio language when you press play on a specific title.

What if Netflix doesn't offer subtitles in the language I want?

Subtitle languages are separate from audio languages and vary by title. If a show doesn't offer subtitles in your language, Netflix hasn't added them for that particular title. You can request subtitles through Netflix's help center, but there's no may provide they'll be added.

Why does my streaming device show Netflix in a different language than my phone?

Your TV or streaming device may be pulling the language from the device's system settings rather than from Netflix's app settings. Check your device's main Settings app and change the system language there. This usually fixes the mismatch.

Can I change Netflix to a language my region doesn't officially support?

No. Netflix only shows languages that are available in your country or region. If a language doesn't appear in the list, Netflix hasn't released it there yet. You can't manually add or force a language that isn't offered.