Prefer to watch movies in your regional language? Or using an app in your favorite language feels comfortable. If your answer is yes, Netflix has heard you. In addition to hosting loads of great content, Netflix is also known for keeping its viewers engaged. So, it supports 34 languages, so if English is not your primary language, you don’t have to worry. In this article, we will discuss the fastest ways to change video, audio and subtitle language on Netflix. We’ll also answer a few other vital questions you might have. So, without further ado, let’s get started.
How to Change Language on Netflix
The steps to change the language on Netflix are primarily available on the website only. The function is available in the account setting. So, if your device allows you to access it, you can change the language. However, the Netflix account setting is not accessible from all devices. We will cover all methods for devices where language setting is available.
How to Change Language on Netflix Using a Browser
Netflix has two main language settings i.e. display language and content language. The display language will change the general UI language of your Netflix profile. This content language only changes the default audio and subtitle language for shows and movies. You can change both settings from the same place by visiting Netflix through your browser. Just follow the steps outlined below:
- Register to Netflix (visit) from a web browser.
- Now, hover over profile icon in the upper right corner and click Account.
- Here, “Change” in front of the “Language” option at the bottom. If you have multiple profiles, simply click on your preferred profile to reveal the option.
- Check your preferred apartment Display Language. To change the Content Language, scroll down and select your preferred language under “.Shows & Movies Language” Section.
- Finally, click Save and continue using Netflix in the new language.
Note: You can set a different language for each profile. Additionally, you can choose multiple languages for your content.
How to Change Language on Netflix Using Android Smartphone
You can watch your favorite shows on the go using Netflix’s Android app. However, not all settings are available through the app. You can still access the account settings using the Android app that goes to the browser page on your phone. The overall look and process are slightly different and can cause confusion. So, use the following steps to change Netflix language on your Android smartphone.
- Firstly, log in to the Netflix app on your smartphone
- then tap on profile icon in the upper right corner.
- Now scroll down and select Account. It will open account setting in your mobile browser.
- Here, tap onChange” in front of the “Language” option at the bottom. If you have multiple profiles, simply tap on your preferred profile to reveal the option.
- Check your preferred apartment Display Language and Show and Film language.
- Finally, click Save and continue using Netflix in the new language.
Changing the language from a platform will change it server-side. Therefore, you will see the updated setting from any device you choose to monitor.
Note: Netflix does not allow you to change the default language settings from the Smart TV app. You can temporarily watch a movie or show in your preferred language by changing the subtitle and audio language.
How to Change Netflix Language on Apple TV
It’s not possible to change your profile’s primary languages on Apple TV. Therefore, you will need to make this setting from a web browser. Here’s how you can change the audio and subtitle language while watching your favorite show.
Apple TV 2/ Apple TV 3
If you have an older Apple TV, follow these steps:
- Press and hold the center button on your Siri Remote (Apple TV remote).
- Select your preferred language from the “Audio and Subtitle” menu that opens.
Apple TV HD/ Apple TV 4K
- On the Apple TV remote, swipe down.
- Select your preferred language from the “Audio and Subtitle” menu that opens.
How to Change Netflix Language on Roku
While it’s not possible to change the display and content language on streaming sticks like Roku, you can change the audio and subtitle language for individual shows quite easily.
To do this, press the Up or Down button on your Roku TV remote to reveal the subtitles menu and select the language you want. The process is similar for other streaming devices or smart TVs.
How to Change Netflix Language on iPhone
Like other devices, Netflix does not allow you to change account settings from your iPhone. You will need to sign in to Netflix using a web browser on your phone to access these settings. Then follow the same process described in the web browser section. It’s easy to change the subtitle and audio language while watching, as explained below.
How to Change Netflix Audio and Subtitle Language on iPhone
Netflix supports multiple languages for audio and subtitles for almost every show and movie it hosts. You can watch the show in another language and use the appropriate subtitles. However, not all content is available in all languages, which imposes some restrictions. With that in mind, let’s see how to change audio and subtitle language on Netflix.
- First, open the program you want to watch.
- Now pause and click caption icon at the bottom of your screen.
- Select your preferred audio and subtitle language here.
- Hit To apply, and you’re good to go.
If you did not find your preferred language in the audio and subtitles section, make sure to check the language in the main settings using the method above.
FAQ on Changing the Netflix Language
How do I change the Netflix language on Smart TV?
Not all Smart TVs support changing Netflix language in the app. Therefore, I recommend logging in using a browser from your smartphone or PC to change the settings.
Does changing the language also change the default subtitle language?
Yes, let’s say you changed the primary language in Account settings. In this case, Netflix will prefer to show you the same language subtitles when you watch a show. However, you can quickly switch back to English by opening the Audio and Subtitles panel.
How do I turn off Netflix dubbing?
After starting a show or movie, you can quickly switch back to a show’s default language from the Audio & Subtitles menu. The setting is located at the bottom of the screen.
How do you search for audio language on Netflix?
you can visit netflix.com/browse/audio However, not all shows appear in the list to filter the content by audio language.
Changing Netflix Language
Netflix is constantly adding multilingual support for its series. It currently has 34 languages and I hope it continues to increase in the future. It’s also quite handy that it’s easy to switch languages on Netflix even though the feature isn’t available on all platforms. So which language do you prefer to watch Netflix in? Have any doubts or questions about changing the Netflix language? Let us know in the comments.
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