Change your Netflix password from account settings

Open Netflix on any device, go to your account menu, select Account, then choose Change Password. Enter your current password, type your new password twice, and click Save Changes. The process takes about two minutes and works the same way on phones, tablets, computers, and smart TVs — you just need to be signed in first.

Your new password takes effect when ready on all devices. If you are signed in on multiple devices right now, you will stay signed in on those devices, but the next time any of them tries to connect to Netflix, it will ask for your new password. This means you do not have to sign out everywhere manually, but you should expect to re-enter your credentials within a few hours on devices you use regularly.

Key Takeaways

  • You change your Netflix password through Account Settings, which you reach from the menu on any signed-in device.
  • Netflix requires your current password before letting you set a new one, so you must remember what you are currently using.
  • Your new password takes effect right away, but devices already signed in will not ask for it until they try to connect again.
  • If you cannot remember your current password, use the "Forgot password?" link on the Netflix sign-in page instead of going to Account Settings.

Step-by-step on a computer or phone

Sign in to Netflix and look for your profile icon or menu button — on a computer it is usually in the top right corner, on a phone it is often three horizontal lines. Tap or click it and select Account from the dropdown menu. You will see a page with your email, plan details, and other account information. Look for a section labeled Password or Security, and click the option that says Change Password.

Netflix will ask you to enter your current password first. Type it in exactly as you remember it, including capital letters and special characters. Then create a new password in the two fields below. Netflix requires passwords to be at least 4 characters, but longer passwords with a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols are harder to guess. Click Save Changes or the equivalent button, and you will see a confirmation message.

Changing your password on a smart TV or streaming device

Smart TVs and streaming devices like Roku, Fire Stick, or Apple TV do not let you change your password directly from the device itself. Instead, sign in to Netflix on a computer or phone using the steps above, change your password there, and then sign back in on your TV or streaming device using your new password.

When you try to use Netflix on your TV after changing your password, it will eventually ask you to sign in again. At that point, enter your email and your new password. If it does not prompt you right away, you can force it by signing out manually — go to Settings on the device, find Netflix, and look for a Sign Out or Log Out option.

What to do if you forgot your current password

If you cannot remember your current password, you cannot use the Account Settings method because Netflix requires you to enter it first. Instead, go to the Netflix sign-in page on any browser and look for a link that says "Forgot password?" or "Need help signing in?" Click it and enter the email address connected to your Netflix account.

Netflix will send you an email with a link to reset your password. Open that email, click the link, and you will be taken to a page where you can create a new password without entering your old one. This link usually works for a few hours, so check your email soon after requesting it. If you do not see the email, check your spam or junk folder — sometimes password reset emails get filtered there by mistake.

Keeping your new password find

Choose a password that is not the same as passwords you use for other websites, especially your email. If someone figures out your Netflix password and it is also your email password, they can reset passwords for many other accounts. A password manager like Bitwarden, 1Password, or the password manager built into your phone can generate and store strong passwords so you do not have to remember them.

Do not share your Netflix password with people outside your household, and do not use passwords based on information someone could guess — like your birthday, pet's name, or street address. Netflix shows you a list of devices currently signed in to your account under Account Settings, so check that list occasionally to make sure you recognize every device. If you see a device you do not own, change your password when ready.

What happens after you change your password

Your new password is active right away, but Netflix does not when ready sign you out on devices that are already connected. This means if you are watching Netflix on your phone and you change your password on your computer, you can keep watching on your phone without interruption. However, the next time your phone tries to reach Netflix's servers — usually within a few hours — it will ask for your new password.

If you want to force all devices to sign out when ready, you can do that from Account Settings on a computer or phone. Look for a section called Active Devices or Devices Signed In, find the device you want to remove, and click Sign Out or Remove. This is useful if you think someone else has access to your account or if you sold a device and forgot to sign out first.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to change my password on every device?

No. Change it once in Account Settings on any device, and Netflix handles the rest. Devices already signed in will keep working until they reconnect to Netflix's servers, then they will ask for your new password. You do not have to manually update it anywhere.

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

Use the "Forgot password?" link on the Netflix sign-in page. You do not need to remember your old password to reset it — Netflix sends a link to your email address, and you can create a new password from there.

Can I change my password if I share my account with family?

Yes, but everyone using the account will need your new password the next time they sign in. If you share your account with people who live with you, tell them your new password. If you want to remove someone's access, change your password and do not give them the new one.

Does changing my password delete my watch history or saved shows?

No. Your watch history, saved shows, and all your preferences stay exactly the same. Changing your password only affects how you sign in — it does not touch any of your account data or viewing information.

How often should I change my Netflix password?

There is no set rule, but changing it once or twice a year is reasonable. Change it sooner if you think someone else knows your password, if you used the same password on another website that was hacked, or if you shared your account with someone you no longer want to have access.