This guide is for users who are having issues streaming Netflix while connected to the VPN.
After each step, check whether the issue is fixed before proceeding to the next section.
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1. Change to a different VPN server location
2. Sign out of the Netflix app, then sign in again
3. Watch Netflix using your browser
4. Contact ExpressVPN Support
1. Change to a different VPN server location
If you are a U.S. user having issues streaming Netflix, try changing to these VPN server locations in the following order:
- USA – Washington DC
- USA – San Francisco
- USA – New York
- USA – New Jersey – 3
- USA – Los Angeles – 3
- USA – Denver
Below are instructions for changing your VPN server location on:
iOS: Swipe up from the bottom of the homescreen, keeping your finger pressed until app previews appear at left. Swipe to find the Netflix app preview, then swipe up to close the app.
Android: On your Android device, open your multitasking interface. The way to do this varies depending on your device:
- If your device has three icons at the bottom of the screen, tap either the three vertical lines icon or the square icon.
- If your device features a single horizontal line at the bottom of the screen, swipe up from the bottom to the middle of the screen, hold for a second, then release.
Next, swipe to find the Netflix app preview, then swipe to force-close the app. The direction you need to swipe will vary depending on your device.
Android TV: Go to Settings, select Apps, and scroll to find the Netflix app. Select the app, then select Force Stop.
Fire TV/Fire Stick: Go to Settings, select Applications, select Manage Installed Applications. Scroll to find the Netflix app. Select the app, then select Force Stop.
Apple TV: Double-click the TV icon on your remote to see the apps currently running. Swipe to find the Netflix app preview, then swipe up to close the app.
If you are a non-U.S. user having issues streaming Netflix, proceed to the next step.
Need help? Contact the ExpressVPN Support Team for immediate assistance.
2. Sign out of the Netflix app, then sign in again
If you are using the Netflix app, sign out of it, restart your device, and then sign back in.
Need help? Contact the ExpressVPN Support Team for immediate assistance.
3. Watch Netflix from your browser
Try streaming Netflix via your browser by going to https://www.netflix.com/ and signing in with your Netflix account details.
If you are having issues streaming Netflix from your browser while connected to the VPN:
- Get the ExpressVPN browser extension (available for Windows, Mac, and Linux). To use the browser extension, you must also have the ExpressVPN app installed on your computer.
- U.S. users should try connecting to these server locations in the following order:
- USA – Washington DC
- USA – San Francisco
- USA – New York
- USA – New Jersey – 3
- USA – Los Angeles – 3
- USA – Denver
Non-U.S. users should proceed to the next step.
- Try using a different browser. The ExpressVPN browser extension is available on Windows, Mac, and Linux, and it works with Chrome, Firefox, Vivaldi, Chromium, Brave, and Microsoft Edge. The ExpressVPN app must also be installed.
Need help? Contact the ExpressVPN Support Team for immediate assistance.
4. Contact Support
If you are still unable to stream Netflix while connected to the VPN, contact the ExpressVPN Support Team anytime by clicking or tapping on the chat box at the bottom right-hand corner of your screen.
You can also email the team directly at: support@expressvpn.zendesk.com