The quickest way to sign out depends on your TV type
To log out of Netflix on a TV, go to your account settings within the Netflix app itself — you won't find a logout button on the home screen. The exact steps change depending on whether you're using a smart TV, a streaming device like Roku or Apple TV, or a game console. In most cases, you navigate to Settings or Account, find a Sign Out or Log Out option, and confirm. The process takes about 30 seconds once you're in the right menu.
Netflix doesn't automatically log you out when you close the app, so anyone with access to your TV can still watch your account and see your viewing history. If you're selling the TV, moving out, or sharing a device with someone you no longer want watching your account, logging out is the step that actually stops that access.
Key Takeaways
- On most TVs and streaming devices, open Netflix, go to Settings or Account, and select Sign Out or Log Out from the menu.
- Smart TVs like Samsung, LG, and Sony use the same process but the menu path varies slightly by brand — check your TV's Netflix app settings first.
- Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, and game consoles all have logout options inside the Netflix app, not in the device's system settings.
- Logging out on one device does not log you out on other devices — you must sign out of each TV or device separately.
- If you can't find the logout option, restarting the Netflix app or your device often refreshes the menu and makes the option visible.
How to log out on a Samsung, LG, or Sony smart TV
Open the Netflix app on your TV and navigate to the home screen. Use your remote to highlight your profile icon or avatar in the top-left or top-right corner of the screen, then press Select or Enter. A menu will drop down with options including Settings or Account.
Select Settings or Account, then scroll down until you see Sign Out, Log Out, or Exit. Press Select to confirm. Netflix will ask you to confirm the logout — select Yes or Confirm. You're now signed out, and the next person to open Netflix will see the login screen.
If you don't see a profile icon on the home screen, try pressing the Menu or Options button on your remote while on the Netflix home screen. Some TV models hide the account menu until you open it this way.
How to log out on Roku, Fire TV, or Apple TV
On Roku, open Netflix and press the Options button on your remote (it looks like three dots or lines). Select Settings from the menu, then scroll down to find Sign Out. Press OK to confirm.
On Fire TV, open Netflix and select your profile icon at the top of the screen. Scroll down to Settings, then select Sign Out. Confirm when prompted.
On Apple TV, open Netflix and navigate to Settings (the gear icon). Scroll to Account and select Sign Out. Confirm the logout. If you're using an older Apple TV model, the menu structure may differ slightly — look for Account or Settings in the main Netflix menu instead.
How to log out on PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch
On PlayStation 5 or PlayStation 4, open the Netflix app and go to Settings. Select Sign Out and confirm. On Xbox Series X, Series S, Xbox One, or Xbox 360, open Netflix, go to Settings, and select Sign Out.
On Nintendo Switch, open the Netflix app and select your profile icon. Go to Settings, then select Sign Out. Confirm when the app asks you to verify.
Game consoles store your Netflix login in the console's system, so logging out of Netflix does not log you out of the console itself. Other people can still use the console, but they won't have access to your Netflix account unless they log in with your credentials.
What to do if you can't find the logout option
If the Settings or Account menu doesn't show a Sign Out option, try closing the Netflix app completely and reopening it. On most devices, you can do this by pressing the Home button on your remote, then selecting Netflix again from your apps list. Sometimes the menu doesn't load fully on the first try.
If that doesn't work, restart your TV or streaming device. Unplug it from power for 10 seconds, then plug it back in and wait for it to fully boot up. Open Netflix again and navigate back to Settings. This refreshes the app and usually makes the logout option visible.
On some older or less common TV models, Netflix may not have a built-in logout option in the app. In that case, you can remove your account by going to your TV's system settings (not Netflix settings), finding the Netflix app, and selecting Uninstall or Remove App Data. You'll need to reinstall Netflix and log in again the next time you want to use it.
Logging out remotely from another device
If you can't access the TV itself, you can sign out of all devices at once from Netflix.com on a computer or phone. Go to your Account settings, scroll down to Sign Out of All Devices, and select that option. This logs you out everywhere — on your TV, phone, and any other device using your account. You'll need to sign back in on each device to use Netflix again.
You can also sign out of specific devices without signing out everywhere. On Netflix.com, go to Account, then Devices and Downloads. You'll see a list of devices currently signed in. Select Sign Out next to the TV or device you want to remove. This logs you out of just that device while keeping you signed in on others.
Why logging out matters for shared TVs and devices
If you're moving out, selling your TV, or no longer want someone in your household watching your account, logging out is the only way to stop that access. Simply closing the app or turning off the TV does not sign you out — Netflix remembers your login and the next person to open the app will still see your account, your watch history, and your saved shows.
Logging out also clears your viewing history from that device, so the next person won't see what you've been watching. If you want to keep your account active but prevent others from seeing your history, you can create a separate profile for them instead — but logging out is the faster option if you're leaving the device entirely.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does logging out on my TV log me out on my phone and computer too?
No. Logging out on one device only signs you out of that specific device. You remain signed in on your phone, computer, and any other devices using your account. If you want to sign out everywhere at once, use Netflix.com on a computer and select Sign Out of All Devices from your Account settings.
What happens to my watch history and saved shows when I log out?
Your watch history and saved shows remain in your Netflix account — they don't disappear when you log out. However, logging out does clear your viewing history from that specific TV, so the next person to open Netflix on that device won't see what you watched. Your full history is still visible if you log back in on any device.
Can I log out of Netflix without a remote?
If your remote is lost or broken, you can use the Netflix app on your phone as a remote for many smart TVs and streaming devices. Download the Netflix app, open it, and look for a Remote or Cast option. If your TV supports it, you can control it from your phone and navigate to the logout menu. Otherwise, you'll need a replacement remote or to log out from Netflix.com on a computer.
Will logging out delete my profile or my account?
No. Logging out only signs you out of that device. Your Netflix account, profile, watch history, and saved shows all remain intact. You can log back in anytime using your email and password. To actually delete your account, you would need to go to Netflix.com and cancel your subscription from Account settings.
Why does Netflix ask me to confirm the logout?
Netflix asks for confirmation to prevent accidental logouts from a stray remote button press. Once you confirm, the logout is immediate and you'll see the login screen the next time Netflix opens on that device.