Netflix lets you change the language for subtitles, audio, and your account menu in a few taps

You can change Netflix's language in three separate places: the language of the menu itself (what you see when you open the app), the audio language of shows and movies, and the subtitle language. Each one works independently, so you can watch a show in English audio with Spanish subtitles while your account menu stays in French. The steps differ slightly depending on whether you're on a phone, tablet, computer, or TV device.

Netflix stores your language preference on your account, not on individual devices. If you change the language on your phone, it will be the same language the next time you log in on your computer or TV — unless you change it again. This means you don't have to reset it each time you switch devices.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your account menu language, audio language, and subtitle language separately, and each one remembers your choice across all devices.
  • To change the menu language on a phone or tablet, go to your profile icon, select Account, then Language, and pick from the list.
  • On a computer or TV, the menu language setting is in Account Settings under Language, found through your profile menu.
  • Audio and subtitle languages are set when you're watching a show — look for the audio or subtitle icon during playback to switch them.
  • If a show doesn't offer the language you want, Netflix will not add it; you can only choose from what's already available for that title.

Changing the menu language on your phone or tablet

Open the Netflix app and tap your profile icon in the bottom right corner. Tap Account. Scroll down until you see Language and tap it. You'll see a list of languages Netflix supports. Tap the one you want. The menu will switch when ready — your home screen, search, and all menus will now appear in that language.

This change applies to your entire Netflix account, not just this device. The next time you open Netflix on your phone, tablet, computer, or TV, the menu will be in the language you selected.

Changing the menu language on a computer or web browser

Go to netflix.com and log in. Click your profile icon in the top right corner and select Account. Click Language under Profile & Parental Controls. Choose your language from the dropdown menu and click Save. Your browser will refresh and the menu will switch to your new language.

If you use Netflix on multiple computers or browsers, the language will be the same on all of them because it's tied to your account, not to your browser.

Changing the menu language on a TV or streaming device

The process depends on your device. On most smart TVs and streaming devices (Roku, Apple TV, Fire Stick, Chromecast), open Netflix and go to your profile. Select Account or Settings. Look for Language or Preferences and choose your language. The exact menu names vary by device, but the option is always in your account or profile section, not in your TV's system settings.

If you can't find the language option in Netflix itself, check your TV or device's system settings instead — sometimes the language is controlled there rather than in the Netflix app. Your TV's remote should have a Settings or Menu button that takes you to the device's own language controls.

Changing audio and subtitle languages while watching

The audio and subtitle languages are separate from your menu language. When you're watching a show or movie, look for an icon that looks like a speech bubble or a rectangle with lines (subtitles), or a speaker (audio). On phones and tablets, this is usually in the top right corner of the screen. On computers, it's in the bottom right. On TVs, it's typically in the bottom right as well.

Tap or click that icon and you'll see a list of available languages for that title. Choose the audio language you want to hear and the subtitle language you want to read. Netflix will remember these choices for future shows, though you can change them anytime. Not every show offers every language — if a language isn't listed, Netflix doesn't have it for that particular title.

What to do if your language isn't available

Netflix supports dozens of languages for its menu, but not every language is available for every show's audio or subtitles. If you don't see your language listed when you're watching something, it means Netflix doesn't have that language version for that specific title. You cannot request Netflix to add a language to a show you're already watching.

You can browse Netflix's catalog in your preferred language by changing your menu language — this will show you which titles have audio or subtitles in that language. If a show doesn't have your language, you may find a different show that does, or you can watch with English audio and subtitles in your language if that option exists.

Resetting to English or your original language

If you accidentally changed your menu language and can't read the options anymore, you can still change it back. Go to your profile icon (usually in the corner), tap or click it, and look for the word that looks like a person or a head. Tap Account or Settings. The Language option is usually near the top or bottom of that menu. Tap it and select English or your preferred language. The menu will switch back when ready.

If you're completely lost in a language you don't recognize, try going to netflix.com on a computer instead — the website layout is sometimes easier to navigate when the text is unfamiliar. You can also sign out and sign back in, which sometimes resets the display to a default language while you're logging in.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will changing my menu language affect other people using my account?

Yes. Netflix stores one menu language per account, not per profile. If you share your account with others and change the language, everyone will see that language when they log in. However, each person can set their own audio and subtitle preferences while watching, so they can still watch in their preferred language even if the menu is in a different one.

Can I have different menu languages on different devices?

No. Your menu language is tied to your account, so it will be the same on your phone, tablet, computer, and TV. If you want different people to see different menu languages, they each need their own Netflix profile or account.

What languages does Netflix support for its menu?

Netflix supports over 30 languages for its menu, including English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Turkish, Arabic, Hebrew, Hindi, Thai, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Japanese, among others. The exact list depends on your region.

If I change the audio language, will subtitles change automatically?

No. Audio language and subtitle language are independent. You can watch a show in English audio with Spanish subtitles, or Spanish audio with English subtitles, or any other combination that Netflix offers for that title. You have to set each one separately.

Why does a show say "audio not available" in the language I want?

Netflix licenses different languages for different titles based on where the show was made and where it's being watched. Some shows only have English audio, while others have audio in five or more languages. If a language isn't available for a show, Netflix doesn't have the rights to that version, and you cannot watch it in that language.