Change Your Password on Any Device

You can change your Netflix password from your phone, tablet, computer, or smart TV. The fastest way is through a web browser on a computer or phone — it takes about two minutes. If you use a smart TV app, you will need to sign out and sign back in with your new password after you change it, so the browser method is simpler.

Netflix does not send you to a separate password manager or security page. The password change happens inside your Netflix account settings, in the same place where you manage your profile picture, language, and playback settings.

Key Takeaways

  • Go to your account settings through the Netflix website or app, find the password field, and enter your current password plus your new one twice.
  • You must know your current password to set a new one — Netflix will not let you skip this step.
  • After you change your password, you will be signed out of all devices, and you will need to sign back in on each one.
  • If you forgot your current password, use the "Forgot password?" link on the Netflix sign-in page instead of trying to change it from account settings.

Steps to Change Your Password on a Computer or Phone Browser

Start by going to netflix.com in any web browser and signing in if you are not already. Once you are signed in, look for your profile icon or account menu — usually in the top right corner. Click or tap it and select "Account" from the menu that appears.

On the Account page, find the section labeled "Password" or "Change password." Click the "Change password" button or link. Netflix will ask you to enter your current password first, then type your new password twice to make sure you did not make a typo. Your new password must be at least four characters long, but Netflix recommends something longer and harder to guess.

After you enter your new password twice and click "Save," Netflix will confirm the change and sign you out of all your devices. This is normal and a security feature — it means anyone who had your old password can no longer use your account.

What Happens After You Change Your Password

Every device that was signed into your Netflix account will be logged out. This includes your phone, tablet, computer, smart TV, streaming stick, and any other device. You will need to sign back in on each device you use regularly, using your new password.

If someone else in your household uses Netflix, they will also be logged out and will need to sign back in. Let them know about the password change before it happens, or they may be confused when Netflix asks them to sign in again.

If you share your Netflix account with people outside your household, changing your password is one way to remove their access. However, Netflix's official way to manage who can watch is through the "Manage access and devices" setting in your account, which lets you see where your account is being used and sign out specific devices remotely.

If You Forgot Your Current Password

You cannot change your password from account settings if you do not remember the current one. Instead, go to netflix.com, click "Sign in," and then click "Forgot password?" below the sign-in fields.

Netflix will ask for the email address connected to your account. Enter it, and Netflix will send you a link to reset your password. Check your email (including spam or promotions folders) for a message from Netflix. The reset link usually arrives within a few minutes.

Click the link in the email, and you will be taken to a page where you can create a new password without needing to know the old one. After you reset it, you will be signed out of all devices again, just as if you had changed it normally.

Changing Your Password on a Smart TV or Streaming Device

Smart TVs and streaming devices like Roku, Fire Stick, or Apple TV do not have a direct way to change your password from the app itself. Instead, you must change it on a computer or phone browser using the steps above, then sign back into the TV or device with your new password.

After you change your password on a browser, go to your smart TV or streaming device, open the Netflix app, and select "Sign in." Enter your email address and your new password. The device will sign in and remember your new credentials.

Why Netflix Signs You Out of Everything

When you change your password, Netflix automatically signs you out of every device connected to your account. This is a security measure — it stops anyone who may have known your old password from continuing to use your account without your knowledge.

If you change your password because you think someone else has access to your account, signing out everywhere is the right thing to happen. You can then sign back in only on devices you own and trust. If you notice sign-ins from places you do not recognize, you can also use "Manage access and devices" to see where your account is being used and sign out specific locations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my Netflix password on the Netflix app instead of a web browser?

On most phones and tablets, you can open the Netflix app, go to your account settings, and find the password option there. The steps are similar to the web browser method. On smart TVs and streaming devices, the app does not have a password change option — you must use a web browser.

What if I change my password and then forget the new one?

Use the "Forgot password?" link on the Netflix sign-in page, enter your email address, and Netflix will send you a reset link. You do not need to know your current password to reset it this way.

Do I have to sign back into Netflix on every device after I change my password?

Yes. Netflix signs you out everywhere as a security feature. You will need to sign back in on each phone, tablet, computer, smart TV, or streaming device you use. This usually takes less than a minute per device.

Will changing my password stop other people from watching Netflix on my account?

It will sign them out when ready, but only if they do not know your new password. If you want to permanently remove someone's access, use "Manage access and devices" in your account settings to sign out specific devices or locations.

Is there a way to change my password without signing out of all devices?

No. Netflix signs you out everywhere whenever you change your password. This is a built-in security feature and cannot be turned off.