Delete a Netflix profile in three steps
To delete a profile on Netflix, open the app or website, go to your account settings, find the profile you want to remove, and select the delete option. The profile disappears when ready — Netflix does not ask you to confirm or wait. You can delete any profile except the primary account holder's profile, which requires you to delete the entire Netflix account instead.
The steps differ slightly depending on whether you are using a phone, tablet, computer, or TV device. The easiest route is a web browser or the Netflix app on a phone, because the delete button is visible and straightforward. On a TV, you navigate through menus instead of clicking, which takes longer but works the same way.
Key Takeaways
- You can delete any profile except the main account profile without affecting other profiles or the account itself.
- Deleting a profile removes all viewing history, saved shows, and personalized recommendations tied to that profile.
- The primary account holder can delete the entire Netflix account from account settings, which removes all profiles at once.
- Netflix does not send a confirmation email or ask you to verify the deletion — the profile is gone as soon as you select delete.
Delete a profile on a phone or tablet
Open the Netflix app and tap the profile icon in the bottom right corner (on iPhone or Android). You will see all profiles on the account listed. Tap the three dots or gear icon next to the profile you want to delete.
Select Delete Profile from the menu that appears. Netflix will ask you to confirm by tapping Delete again. The profile is removed when ready and cannot be recovered. If you change your mind later, you can create a new profile with the same name, but it will have no viewing history or saved shows from the deleted profile.
Delete a profile on a computer or web browser
Go to netflix.com and sign in. Click your profile icon in the top right corner, then select Account. Under the "Profiles and parental controls" section, you will see a list of all profiles on the account.
Click the profile you want to delete, then click Delete Profile at the bottom of the page. Netflix will ask you to confirm. Click Delete and the profile is removed. This is the fastest method because the delete button is straightforward to find and you do not have to navigate through menus.
Delete a profile on a TV or streaming device
On a TV, tablet, or streaming device like Roku or Apple TV, open Netflix and go to the profile selection screen. Highlight the profile you want to delete and press the options button on your remote (usually marked with three dots or lines). Select Delete Profile from the menu.
Confirm the deletion when prompted. The process is the same across all TV devices, though the remote button names vary. If you cannot find the delete option, try pressing the menu or settings button on your remote instead. Some older devices may not allow profile deletion from the TV itself — in that case, use a phone or computer to delete the profile.
What happens when you delete a profile
Deleting a profile removes all viewing history, saved shows, and personalized recommendations for that profile only. Other profiles on the account are not affected. If someone was watching shows on the deleted profile, they will need to use a different profile to continue watching.
Netflix does not notify other account holders that a profile has been deleted. If you share your Netflix account with family or roommates, tell them before you delete a profile so they know to switch to a different one. If you delete a profile by mistake, you cannot restore it — you would need to create a new profile and rebuild the viewing history.
Delete the entire Netflix account
If you want to remove all profiles and cancel your Netflix account, sign in on a computer and go to your account settings. Scroll to the bottom of the page and click Cancel Membership. Netflix will ask why you are leaving and offer options to pause instead of cancel.
If you choose to cancel, Netflix will stop charging you at the end of your current billing period. Your account and all profiles will be deleted, and you will lose access to all saved shows and viewing history. If you cancel mid-month, you can still watch until your billing date arrives. To cancel when ready without waiting for the billing cycle to end, contact Netflix support through the help section in your account settings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I recover a deleted profile?
No, Netflix does not restore deleted profiles. Once you delete a profile, it is gone permanently along with all viewing history and saved shows. You can create a new profile with the same name, but it will start with no history or recommendations.
Will deleting a profile affect other people's profiles?
No, deleting one profile does not change any other profiles on the account. Each profile is separate, so removing one does not delete shows from another person's list or change their recommendations. Other account holders can keep using their own profiles without interruption.
What if I delete the wrong profile by mistake?
You cannot undo the deletion, but you can create a new profile when ready with the same name. The new profile will have no viewing history or saved shows from the old one. If you need to restore specific information, contact Netflix support to see if they have any options, though recovery is not may provide.
Can I delete the main account profile?
No, you cannot delete the primary account holder's profile. To remove it, you must cancel the entire Netflix account. The main profile is tied to the account itself, so deleting it would mean deleting the account. If you want to remove the main profile's viewing history, you can create a new profile instead and use that one going forward.
Do I need to confirm my password to delete a profile?
Netflix does not require a password to delete a profile from the account settings page. Anyone with access to the account can delete a profile. If you want to prevent others from deleting profiles, you can set up a PIN code in your account settings under parental controls.