Change your Netflix language in account settings
Open Netflix on any device, go to your account settings, and select your preferred language from the language menu. The change takes effect immediately across all your devices and affects both the interface (menus, buttons, descriptions) and the audio and subtitle options available when you play a title.
Netflix stores your language choice in your account, not on individual devices. If you switch phones, tablets, or computers, your language preference follows you. You can change it back anytime using the same steps.
The language you set in account settings becomes your default, but you can still choose a different language for individual titles when you play them — for example, watching a show in Spanish audio while keeping your menus in English.
Key Takeaways
- Your Netflix language setting is stored in your account and applies to all devices you use, not just one.
- Changing your account language affects menus, buttons, and descriptions, plus the audio and subtitle options Netflix shows you.
- You can override your account language for any single title by choosing a different audio track or subtitle language when you play it.
- Netflix offers different languages depending on your region and account type, and not every language is available in every country.
Steps to change your account language on a phone or tablet
Open the Netflix app and tap the profile icon in the bottom right corner. Tap "Account" or "Settings" (the exact wording depends on whether you use iOS or Android). Scroll down and look for "Language" or "App Language" — tap it and select your preferred language from the list.
Close the app completely and reopen it to confirm the change has taken effect. Your menus should now display in the language you selected. If you share your account with other people, each profile can have its own language setting — tap your profile icon, select a different profile, and repeat the steps above for that profile.
Steps to change your account language on a computer or web browser
Go to netflix.com and sign in. Click your profile icon in the top right corner and select "Account" from the dropdown menu. Under "Settings," find "Language" and click it. Select your preferred language from the options shown and click "Save."
Refresh the page or close and reopen your browser to see the change. If you use Netflix on multiple computers, the change applies to all of them because it is tied to your account, not to a specific device or browser.
Changing the language for a single title without changing your account language
Start playing any show or movie. Look for an audio or subtitle icon — usually located in the bottom right corner of the player on a computer, or in a menu on phones and tablets. Tap or click it to see available audio tracks and subtitle languages for that specific title.
Select the audio language you want to hear and the subtitle language you want to read. These choices apply only to that title and that viewing session. The next time you play a different show, Netflix will offer you the audio and subtitle options available for that title, and your account language setting remains unchanged.
What to do if your preferred language is not showing up
Netflix does not offer the same languages in every country. If you cannot find your language in the account settings menu, it may not be available in your region. Check Netflix's language support page or contact Netflix support to confirm whether your language is offered where you are.
If your language should be available but is not appearing in the menu, try signing out of Netflix completely and signing back in. On phones and tablets, close the app entirely (not just minimize it) and reopen it. On computers, clear your browser cache or try a different browser. If the problem persists, uninstall and reinstall the Netflix app.
How language settings affect what Netflix recommends to you
Netflix uses your account language to show you titles and descriptions in that language, but it also uses your language setting to recommend shows and movies. If you set your account to Spanish, Netflix will prioritize Spanish-language content in your recommendations, though it will still suggest titles in other languages based on your viewing history.
Changing your language does not change the content you can watch — you still have access to the full Netflix library. It only changes how Netflix presents that library to you and what it suggests you might enjoy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can different people on my account use different languages?
Yes. Each profile on a shared account can have its own language setting. Sign in to the profile you want to change, go to account settings, and select a different language. Other profiles keep their original language settings.
Will changing my language affect my viewing history or saved shows?
No. Your viewing history, saved shows, and watch list remain exactly the same. Only the language of the menus and descriptions changes, along with the audio and subtitle options Netflix shows you for each title.
What if I want to watch a show in one language but keep my menus in another?
Keep your account language as your preferred menu language. When you play any title, use the audio and subtitle menu to choose a different language for that specific show or movie. Your account language stays the same.
Can I change my language on the Netflix app and the website at the same time?
Your language setting is the same across all devices because it is stored in your account. Changing it on your phone, tablet, computer, or the website all change the same setting. You only need to change it once.
What languages does Netflix support?
Netflix supports dozens of languages, but availability depends on your country. Common options include English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin Chinese, and many others. Check your language menu to see which languages are available in your region.