How To Clear Cookies on Netflix [Laptop/PC, Browser, Mobile, Smart TV]

Clearing cookies on Netflix is a maintenance practice that will improve performance and get rid of all sorts of errors, such as Browser not supported or Error Code S7706, and in this guide we’re going to show you how to do that.

How do I clear cookies in Netflix?

1. On a laptop/PC

Netflix app

1. Click on the Start menu and open the Settings app.
   
2. Click on Apps on the left pane, then Apps & Features on the right.
   
3. Scroll down the app list to Netflix, click on the ellipses and select Advanced Options.
   
4. Scroll down and click the Reset button.
   

After clearing the Netflix cache on your laptop, you can go back into the app and pick up where you left off. If you want more details on how to clear Netflix cache, keep on reading to learn how to do that in the browser.

Browser

1. Launch your browser.
2. Open Settings and go to Privacy and security.
3. Scroll to Site Settings, go all the way down, and click on View permissions and data stored across sites.
4. Find netflix.com in the list and click on the recycle bin to delete stored cookies and data.

2. On mobile (iOS & Android)

iOS

1. Tap on your Settings app.
   
2. Scroll down and tap on Netflix.
   
3. Toggle on the Reset switch.
   
4. Restart the application.

Android

1. Open Settings.
2. Scroll down to Apps.
3. Find Netflix in the list and tap on it.
4. Scroll down and select Clear Data.
5. Confirm and wait for the process to complete.

3. On Smart TV & Streaming devices (Android, Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire Stick)

1. Click on Settings and navigate to the Apps option.
   
2. Scroll down till you get to Netflix, then click on it.
3. Scroll and select the Clear cache option.
   
4. Click OK if prompted.

Whether you are on mobile, desktop, or a TV device, the steps above cover how to clear Netflix cache alongside cookies, giving you a clean start for error-free viewing.

Experiencing issues on Amazon Fire TV Stick after clearing cache and cookies? Check our dedicated guide on Netflix not working on Firestick for troubleshooting steps that fix streaming errors fast.

Wrapping up

The cache can cause various Netflix issues, such as Netflix unexpected error and many more. So keeping it clear is essential if you want hitch-free streaming.

We also tackled There was a problem connecting to Netflix error, in a different guide, so don’t miss it. Account-related errors may also require updating your login details. In such cases, you can change your Netflix email address to ensure smooth access.

The process varies based on what device you’re using and whether you watch through the Netflix app or via a web browser, so use one that matches your platform.

We hope this article has successfully shown you how to clear cookies on Netflix.

Still having persistent errors and want to stop billing? Learn how to end your plan safely with this quick guide: Cancel Netflix Subscription.

Before streaming again, learn how to download Netflix shows and movies to keep watching offline on trips or during temporary connection problems.

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