Often, episode previews start playing automatically when you just open a page or click on a title on Netflix. Typically, autoplay can help services retain viewers because it gives you a taste of what's coming next. However, it can easily become a nuisance. If you feel the same way and want to turn off autoplay on Netflix for previews and episodes, keep reading.
Aside from previews, you can also turn off autoplay for the next episode, and once you're done, Netflix will ask your permission to play the next episode. This can help build healthy viewing habits, as autoplay keeps users engaged longer than intended.
So, let's take a look at 3 easy ways you can turn off autoplay on Netflix.
1. Disable Netflix Autoplay Using Profiles
You can easily disable Netflix's autoplay setting using the Profiles menu. This will allow you to stop previews and subsequent episodes from automatically playing on Netflix. Follow the steps below.
Step 1: Open Netflix on your web browser.
Open Netflix on a web browser.
Step 2: Next, tap Profile Management.
Note: If you have already clicked on a profile, click on the profile icon in the upper right corner, and from the menu options, click on Manage Profiles.
Step 3: Click here on the icon Pencil in your profile.
Step 4: Once you open the edit page identification file , scroll down to Controls section In autoplay.
Step 5: Next, uncheck the option. “Autoplay previews while browsing on all devices.”
Step 6: You can also deselect the option. “Autoplay the next episode in a series on all devices.” If you don't want Netflix to autoplay the next episode.
Step 7: Next, tap save to save the settings.
Step 8: Finally, tap Done to exit the Profile Management screen.
The updated settings will stop Netflix from automatically playing trailers and the next episode. You can then click on your profile and start streaming. If you're experiencing quality issues, check your Fixes for Netlifx HDR not working.
2. Turn off Netflix auto-previews using Settings
While using Netflix on a web browser, you have several options to customize your viewing experience. This means that aside from using the browsing page, you can also use the settings menu to turn off autoplay on Netflix. Here's how.
Step 1: Open Netflix On your web browser and click Profile which you want to turn off autoplay.
Step 3: From the menu, tap the account.
Step 4: Scroll down to the tab “Profile & Parental Controls” Click the down arrow next to your profile.
Step 6: Here, uncheck the option. “Autoplay preview when browsing on all devices.”
You can also deselect the option. “Autoplay the next episode of the series on all devices” To disable autoplay of the next episode.
Step 7: Next, tap save.
This will stop Netflix from autoplaying previews when reading title descriptions. You can also check out our other article if you're having trouble watching Netflix on Windows.
3. Turn off autoplay on Netflix using the mobile app
While the Netflix mobile app is useful for streaming on the go, autoplay previews can ruin the experience there as well. To turn this off using the Netflix mobile app, follow these steps.
Step 1: Open an app Netflix On your iPhone or Android device.
Step 2: Click on the icon Pencil in the upper right corner.
Step 3: Click on Profile Which you want to turn off autoplay.
Step 4: Scroll down and tap the toggle switches. “Autoplay the next episode” و Autoplay Preview To turn them off.
This will automatically turn off all devices using this profile.
Bonus: Fixes if Autoplay Won't Turn Off on Netflix
If there is no chance that autoplay will continue to be enabled on Netflix, you can try the following fixes:
- Reload the page
- Change your browser
- اFollow the above methods to turn off autoplay again.
- Sign out and sign in to your Netflix account again to update your account information.
Then check again. This should solve the issue.
Questions and answers about turning off Netflix autoplay
Q1. Does turning off autoplay affect all Netflix profiles?
answer. Autoplay settings will only be turned off for all devices currently using the same Netflix profile. Therefore, using the methods above, you can turn off autoplay for that specific profile without affecting other profiles currently available on the same account.
Q2. Can I enable autoplay on Netflix?
answer. Yes, you can re-enable autoplay on Netflix. Simply follow the steps above and check all available options under Autoplay settings. This will enable autoplay for previews and the next episode for that profile on Netflix.
Q3. Can Netflix detect bedtime?
answer. While Netflix can't accurately determine your bedtime, it does have a failsafe in case you fall asleep while watching. If you watch three episodes in a row or watch 3 minutes of uninterrupted content without any movement, Netflix will ask if you're still watching. If there's no response, it will automatically pause.
Stop previews from playing automatically
If you're browsing Netflix and come across inappropriate TV shows or movies, it could put you in trouble if the preview autoplays in front of your children. So, we hope this article helps you turn off autoplay on Netflix to ensure this doesn't happen.
You can also check out How to reset episodes you've watched on Netflix.
