How to watch Netflix on more than one device: A guide

Netflix users can use multiple devices to stream content, but the availability of this feature depends on a few factors. Here is a quick guide on it.

Published By: Shubham Verma | Published: May 08, 2024, 12:43 PM (IST)

Netflix allows customers to watch content on multiple devices.

Highlights

Netflix allows subscribers to stream content on multiple devices.
However, there are some conditions attached to this functionality.
Netflix users can use this guide to understand about streaming on multiple devices.

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Netflix users can watch the streaming platform’s huge catalogue on several devices. That is one of the advantages Netflix has over its rivals such as Apple TV+. However, not all users can stream Netflix content on more than one device, owing to certain conditions. If you are among the users who are troubled because they cannot access Netflix on multiple devices, here are a few things to ensure.Also Read: Best Jio Entertainment Plans: Get subscription for Netflix, Amazon, or Disney+Hotstar

Install the app

The first thing to ensure is that you have downloaded the Netflix app on your device. Netflix is available on several platforms, such as Android, Android TV, Google TV, Roku, Fire OS, iOS, iPadOS, Windows 11, and tvOS. You can go to the app marketplace of the device’s OS, look for the Netflix app, and download it. If you plan to use Netflix on a browser, simply go to its website. Use your credentials to log in to your Netflix account.Also Read: Hindi to Korean to Marathi: How to change language on Netflix

Check your Netflix membership

Netflix offers support for multiple devices under a few plans. You must ensure that you have subscribed to the plan that supports streaming on multiple devices, along with concurrent streams. Netflix’s mobile plan, for instance, works only on smartphones. All other plans work on all kinds of devices, but you may be able to stream on concurrent devices depending on the subscription. Here are all the subscriptions with their features:Also Read: Netflix subscription gets costlier with latest price hike

— Mobile Plan (Rs 149 monthly) works only on smartphones and tablets and offers 480p video quality.

— Basic Plan (Rs 199 monthly) works on smartphones, tablets, computers, and TVs, but offers 720p video quality.

— Standard Plan (Rs 499 monthly) works on all devices, such as smartphones, tablets, computers, and TVs, offering 1080p video quality along with simultaneous streaming on two devices.

— Premium Plan (Rs 649 monthly) works on all devices, including smartphones, tablets, and TVs, offering 4K+Dolby Vision+HDR video quality on up to four concurrent devices.

You must keep in mind that Netflix does not allow password sharing anymore, so if you want to share an account outside of a household, the account owner can consider adding an extra member slot to give you access to Netflix.