Change your Netflix language in account settings
Netflix lets you change the language of the interface — the menus, buttons, and text you see on screen — separately from the language of the shows and movies you watch. To change the interface language, sign into your account on a web browser, go to your account settings, find the language option, and select a new language from the dropdown. The change takes effect when ready across all your devices.
If you are using the Netflix app on a phone, tablet, or TV, you cannot change the language from within the app itself. You must use a web browser on a computer to make this change in your account settings. After you change it on the web, the app will update to match within a few minutes.
The language you choose in account settings applies to your profile only. If other people use Netflix on the same account with their own profiles, they can each have a different interface language by changing their own profile settings.
Key Takeaways
- Netflix interface language is changed through account settings on a web browser, not through the app.
- The interface language controls menus and buttons, while the audio and subtitle languages of shows are set separately when you play them.
- Changes made in account settings take effect on all your devices within a few minutes.
- Each profile on a shared account can have its own interface language.
- Netflix offers more than 30 interface languages, though availability depends on your region.
Step-by-step: changing your interface language on the web
Open a web browser and go to netflix.com. Sign in with your email and password. Click your profile icon in the top right corner — it is a small circle with your profile picture or initial. From the dropdown menu, select "Account".
On the Account page, look for a section called "Settings" or "Profile & Parental Controls" depending on your Netflix region. Click on the profile you want to change. Scroll down until you see "Language" listed as an option. Click the dropdown next to it and select the language you want. Click "Save" or "Done" — the exact button name varies by region. Netflix will reload the page in your new language within seconds.
If you do not see a Language option in your account settings, your region may not support language changes through the web interface. In that case, check whether your Netflix app on phone or TV has a language setting in its own menu, though this is uncommon.
Changing audio and subtitle languages for individual shows
The interface language is different from the language you hear or read in a show. To change what language a show plays in, start playing it and look for an audio or subtitle icon — usually a speaker or speech bubble — in the player controls. Click it to see what languages are available for that specific show.
Not every show is available in every language. If you want to watch a show in a language that is not listed, that language version may not exist for that title. You can search for shows by language by using Netflix's filter options, though this feature is not available in all regions.
What happens if you change your language by accident
If you change your interface language and suddenly cannot read the menus, you can change it back the same way. Click your profile icon in the top right, then look for the option that looks like a person or head icon — this is usually the Account or Settings option even if you cannot read the label. Once you are in account settings, find the dropdown that shows your current language and select a language you recognize.
If you get stuck, you can also sign out and sign back in. Sometimes Netflix will show a language selection screen when you first log in, which gives you a chance to pick a language you understand before entering your full account settings.
Languages available on Netflix
Netflix supports more than 30 interface languages worldwide, including English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Turkish, Arabic, Hebrew, Hindi, Thai, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Japanese. The exact list depends on your country and region. Some languages may be available for the interface but not for show audio or subtitles.
If your language is not listed in the dropdown, it may not be supported in your region yet. Netflix adds new languages periodically, so check back in a few months if the language you want is missing.
Changing language on Netflix apps for phones and tablets
The Netflix app on iOS and Android does not have a built-in language setting. The app automatically uses whatever language you set in your account settings on the web. If you want to change the app language, you must change your account language through a web browser first, then the app will update to match.
Some Android phones let you change the language for individual apps in the phone's system settings, but this does not always work with Netflix and may cause display problems. The safest method is always to change your language through your Netflix account on the web.
Changing language on Netflix for TV and streaming devices
Netflix on smart TVs, Roku, Apple TV, Fire Stick, and other streaming devices also pulls the language from your account settings on the web. You cannot change the language directly from the TV app. Sign into your account on a web browser, change the language there, and the TV app will update within a few minutes.
If you have multiple profiles on your TV and each person wants a different language, each person should sign into their own profile on the web and set their preferred language. When they select their profile on the TV, the interface will appear in their chosen language.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I have different interface languages on different devices?
No. Your interface language is tied to your profile, not to individual devices. All devices using your profile will show the same interface language. If you want different languages on different devices, you would need to use different profiles on the same account.
Does changing the interface language change the language of the shows I watch?
No. The interface language only controls menus and buttons. The language of a show's audio and subtitles is set separately when you play that show. You can have an English interface and watch a show in Spanish, or vice versa.
What if Netflix is not available in my language?
If your language is not in the dropdown, it is not currently supported in your region. You can contact Netflix support to request your language, though there is no may provide it will be added. In the meantime, you can use English or another available language.
Will changing my language affect my watch history or recommendations?
No. Changing the interface language does not affect your watch history, saved shows, or the recommendations Netflix shows you. It only changes how the menus look.
Can I change the language for just one profile if multiple people share my account?
Yes. Each profile has its own language setting. Have each person sign into their profile on the web through netflix.com, go to their account settings, and choose their preferred language. When they select their profile on any device, they will see the interface in their chosen language.