Netflix thinks I’m in a different country (2024)

If TV shows and movies aren't available in your language, or if you're missing titles that other people in your area can see, Netflix may think you are in a different country than where you are currently located. If you use a VPN or proxy, try turning it off.

Note:

If you signed up for Netflix in a European Union (EU) member country and are watching in a different EU member country, learn more about using Netflix outside of your home.

If you still have trouble, follow these steps:

Check if a VPN is turned on

If you use a VPN, try turning it off.

If you aren't sure whether a VPN is turned on, follow the steps below.

Note:

Some antivirus software comes with a VPN that might be turned on. To learn more or get help, contact your antivirus software provider.

  1. Using a computer or mobile device on the same network as the device with the issue, open a web browser.

  2. Go to fast.com. Netflix will start a connection test.

  3. When the test stops, click Show more info.

  4. Next to Client, note the country.

  5. If the country doesn't match your location, it means your device or network has a VPN turned on. Try turning it off, then try Netflix again. For help turning a VPN off, contact your VPN provider.

    Netflix Customer Service can't help with turning a VPN off because the steps are different for each VPN app or service.

If turning your VPN off didn't work, or the location from fast.com matches your location, go to the next steps.

Reset your network settings

There might be an issue with network settings on your device or your modem or router.

Try these steps. After each step, try Netflix again.

Note:

For help doing these steps, you might need to contact the company that made your device, your internet service provider (ISP), or VPN provider.

  1. If you use a VPN, try turning it off.

  2. Reset the network settings on the device with the issue.

  3. Restore your modem or router to its default settings.

Contact your ISP

If you've followed the previous steps and still have issues, you'll need to contact your internet service provider (ISP) for help fixing the problem.

Before you contact your ISP

Your ISP will need some information about your network when you contact them:

  1. Using a computer or mobile device on the same network as the device with the issue, open a web browser.

  2. Go to fast.com. Netflix will start a connection test.

  3. When the test stops, click Show more info.

  4. Next to Client, note the country, and your IP address.

    Note:

    Your IP address is the group of numbers and/or letters that have a dot (.) or colon (:) in between them.

When you contact your ISP

  1. Tell them about the issue you're having, and the troubleshooting steps you've tried so far.

  2. Share the country and IP address you collected earlier, and have them confirm that they match the location and IP address assigned to your home.

    • If the information does match, the ISP will need to work with Netflix directly to fix the problem. Ask them to contact our customer service team.

    • If the information doesn’t match, ask your ISP to confirm your connection uses their DNS server.

      • If it does use their DNS server, they'll need to work with Netflix directly to fix the problem. Ask them to contact our customer service team.

      • If it doesn’t use their DNS server, ask them for help switching to their DNS server, and then restart your Netflix app and try again.

Netflix thinks I’m in a different country (2024)

FAQs

Netflix thinks I’m in a different country? ›

If the country doesn't match your location, it means your device or network has a VPN turned on. Try turning it off, then try Netflix again. For help turning a VPN off, contact your VPN provider. Netflix Customer Service can't help with turning a VPN off because the steps are different for each VPN app or service.

How do I reset my Netflix country? ›

The country on your account can't be changed unless you move to a new one. If you have moved recently, see Moving with Netflix for details. Using a VPN to access Netflix will hide your region and only allow you to see TV shows and movies available to all regions globally.

How do I change my Netflix primary location? ›

From the Netflix home screen, access the lefthand menu, and select "Get Help" Select "Manage primary location." Choose a method for receiving a verification link: "Set by Email" or "Set by Text." Open your email or text message, and click the "Review Request" link where you'll be promoted to "Set Primary Location."

Why does Netflix say I'm using VPN when I'm not? ›

It means your device or network connects to Netflix through a VPN or proxy service. VPNs can change or hide your internet location, which may cause issues. To continue watching, turn off any active VPNs. You can't use a VPN while watching a live event on Netflix or with an ad-supported plan.

How do I change my country address on Netflix? ›

Unless you've recently moved, you cannot change the country for your account. For troubleshooting questions, visit Netflix thinks I'm in a different country.

Why is my Netflix stuck in another country? ›

If the country doesn't match your location, it means your device or network has a VPN turned on. Try turning it off, then try Netflix again.

Why does my Netflix change in different countries? ›

This is due to the enforcement of copyrights and royalties, as each country has different laws and regulations around intellectual property and copying of media content. VPNs are one way around these limitations as they can make your IP address appear as if it comes from the U.S. even when traveling.

How does Netflix determine primary location? ›

We use information such as IP addresses, device IDs, and account activity to determine whether a device signed into your account is part of your Netflix Household. We do not collect GPS data to try to determine the precise physical location of your devices.

Why is Netflix telling me I'm not part of the household? ›

This message means Netflix wasn't able to associate your device with your Netflix Household. If you signed in to Netflix from a device that is not part of your Netflix Household, you can create an account to fix the issue.

Why does my internet think I'm in another country? ›

Google looks up your device's IP address in their database to determine your approximate location and redirects your Google Search to the appropriate local country service. For a variety of reasons, using IP addresses to determine location is not 100% accurate.

How does Netflix know if I'm using a VPN? ›

If it detects a suspiciously high volume of traffic from one IP address, it can flag that IP address as VPN. Netflix also looks at cookies. If it finds a recent cookie with a different location than that of your IP address, it detects you are using a VPN.

Can I share my Netflix account with family in a different home? ›

A Netflix account is meant to be shared by people who live together in one household. People who are not in your household will need to sign up for their own account to watch Netflix. You can manage who uses your account by setting a Netflix Household.

How do I reset my Netflix location? ›

How to change Netflix region with a VPN
  1. Sign into a Netflix account or sign up for one.
  2. Download and install a VPN that works for changing Netflix regions. ...
  3. Connect to a VPN server in the country you want to change to. ...
  4. Go to the Netflix website and you should see the country site for the location of your selected server.
May 19, 2024

How do I change my primary location on Netflix? ›

To set up a primary location, you'll have to log in to the Netflix app from a TV. The option to set the primary location doesn't come up when using the PC/mobile Netflix app. Press the left button on your remote to bring up the app menu, and select Get Help > Manage Primary Location.

How do you check your Netflix region? ›

Netflix won't tell you which country library you're connected to. The only way you'll know is when you search for specific movies or TV shows. As long as you're connected to the VPN server in that specific country, you'll have access to that content library!

Why is Netflix region locked? ›

The reason you need a VPN in the first place is that Netflix does not allow users to switch to regions that they're not physically in. That is because all of Netflix's library is under specific licensing agreements that designate where users are watching specific content.

How does Netflix know my location? ›

How Netflix detects devices within a Netflix Household. We use information such as IP addresses, device IDs, and account activity to determine whether a device signed into your account is part of your Netflix Household. We do not collect GPS data to try to determine the precise physical location of your devices.

How to change Netflix country without VPN? ›

If you don't want to use a VPN, there are a number of ways to change your Netflix region without one. The best option by far is to use a Smart DNS service, but you can also use a proxy server, remote desktop software, the Tor browser, or try setting up a home VPN server.

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