Netflix is the largest or most popular movie streaming service. As of today, Netflix allows you to have up to 5 different accounts or profiles on a single membership.

Delete Profile on Netflix App

Since the biggest user base watches movies on PCs and Mac because of a bigger screen, Netflix is used by a web browser. However, on a mobile device, the biggest consumer is Android with over a billion active devices. If you used Netflix and wish to remove your profile, here is how you do it on Netflix app.

  • According to ‘Play Store’, over 67 million people use their app (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.netflix.mediaclient&hl=en_IN), and removing it requires some steps listed here.
  • Before removing the profile, you must first cancel your membership as given here, or you might want to just remove a specific profile from your account.
  • When you are on the Android app, you will first see the ‘Sign-In’ on the top-right corner of the screen, tap on it. Enter your credentials and tap to ‘Enter’.
  • Once inside, you will find a page with the various profiles or accounts you have created from that membership plan. On the top right corner again, you can see the ‘Edit’. Tap on it.
  • On doing that, a little ‘Pencil’ icon appears on top of every profile, and now you can again tap on a profile you want to remove.
  • Tap on ‘Trash Can Icon’ from the options and confirm for questions like ‘Are You Sure?’

Delete Profile on Netflix iPhone

If you are using an iOS device, not iPadOS as announced in 2019 but previous generations, the Netflix app behaves more or less the same. It is specifically for the iPhone, the below works.

  • On an iPad or iPhone, log into Netflix app, and then you can go to the bottom-right corner of the screen and tap on ‘More Button’.
  • Tap over that and find the option named ‘Manage Profiles’ which is listed under profiles.
  • Now, tap on the profile that you wish to remove.
  • On doing that you get few options, tap on the ‘Delete’ button to remove that profile.

Delete Profile on Netflix on Netflix TV

Now, when you are watching on the big screen as usually everyone does, it takes a little more than above. I mean, the same few three taps or clicks in this case.

  • Whether it is a Smart TV, a Roku like streaming device or Apple TV, the method here works almost unanimous.
  • Find the Search feature and scroll up to the rows of icons and find a button named ‘Profiles’. Simply tap on it.
  • Then, you go to the ‘Manage Profiles’ page where all the profiles are listed. Now whichever profile you wish to delete, go to that.
  • You can find the ‘Pencil’ icon meaning to allow to edit that profile. Tap or click on the pencil icon and then select ‘Delete Profile’ at the bottom of the list.
  • It might ask for confirmation, continue and confirm, and you are done.

TIPS

On previous generation iPads, there is the hamburger or three horizontal lines icon to list the options.

Why can’t I delete my Netflix account?

When you have created your Netflix account, you may have noticed that a profile was created alongside it. This is your account’s primary profile that can’t be deleted. You can rename it, change the language on it, edit maturity ratings, and make other tweaks, but you will never be able to delete it.

Can you reset a Netflix profile?

To reset your Netflix account on mobile, you‘ll want to delete the Netflix app and reinstall it. Then simply redownload the Netflix app from the App Store. If you want to delete the app on your Android, follow these steps: 1.

How do I manage profiles on Netflix?

How do you switch accounts on Netflix?

How to Switch Users on the Netflix App
  1. Tap the Netflix app icon to open the app.
  2. Tap the name of the current profile on the toolbar to open a pop-up menu displaying a list of profiles that are associated with your account. Select the profile you wish to switch to from the menu.

Where is the manage profiles page on Netflix?

First things first, log into your Netflix account in a browser. Once logged in, click on your default profile name in the upper right corner to access the drop down menu. Select “Manage Profiles”.

How do I remove a Netflix account from my smart TV?

Launch the Netflix app, tap More at the bottom, and select Manage Profiles. Tap the profile you want to remove. Tap Delete Profile at the bottom of the screen.

How do I log out of Netflix on my TV?

This takes you to the Netflix home screen.
  1. Navigate left to open the menu. The main menu is hidden when you’re on the home screen.
  2. Select Settings or the gear ,Some options will appear.
  3. Select Sign out. A confirmation message will appear.

What happens if I delete a profile on Netflix?

Once you delete a profile, the viewing history for that profile will no longer be available. If you can‘t change a profile from your device or when using a mobile browser, visit Netflix.com on a computer and follow the steps above.

How do I cancel my Netflix and get a refund?

If you believe that you are wrongfully charged and there is no way that you are at fault, you can request a refund by calling Netflix customer service at 888-638-3549 or by visiting the customer service page on the Netflix website.

How do I kick someone off my Netflix?

Unfortunately, Netflix doesn’t have an option to remove only one device. If you’re attempting to kick a user off of your Netflix account you will have to logout of all your Netflix devices. You can also review which devices are logged in but you can’t log them out individually.

How do I remove a device from Netflix?

How to remove a device that is linked to a Netflix account.
  1. Enter the e-mail address and password for your Netflix account.
  2. Click Continue.
  3. Click the drop-down arrow on the top right of the page.
  4. Click Your Account.
  5. Click Sign out of all devices.
  6. Click Yes.

Can I tell if someone is using my Netflix?

Head to the Netflix home page in your browser and sign in. In the upper right-hand corner you’ll see your account symbol. Mouse over it, then click “Account.” Scroll down and click the “Recent device streaming activity” link.

Can someone use your Netflix account?

Netflix’s terms of service state that streaming content on the platform is “for your personal and non-commercial use only and may not be shared with individuals beyond your household.” That may mean a physical household, but the terms of service aren’t super clear.

Does Netflix notify you when you delete a profile?

They don’t get notified but, you can put a password on you‘re account so that they cannot access it.

How do you clear the continue watching on Netflix?

With the app open to the Home tab, scroll down until you see the Continue Watching heading. Tap the three-dotted button next to the title you want to erase. Select Remove From Row, and then confirm with OK, to delete it from the list.