Watching your favorite Netflix shows and movies is easy when you’re logged into your account on your smart TV. But what if you need to sign out and let someone else access Netflix from your set? Good thing signing out is a simple process that takes just a few steps.
In this article, we’ll cover how to sign out of Netflix on all major smart TV platforms, including Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, webOS (LG), and built-in Netflix apps. We’ll also discuss some best practices for account security and sharing your Netflix login with others. By the end, you’ll know exactly how to log out and hand over control to another user on your smart television.
Why You Might Need to Sign Out
There are a few common reasons why you may need or want to sign out of your Netflix account on your smart TV:
Letting someone else use your Netflix – Whether it’s a family member, roommate, or guest in your home, signing out allows another person to access Netflix from your TV without seeing your watch history or recommendations.
Switching between profiles – If you have multiple profiles set up under your Netflix account, signing out makes it easy to switch between them on your TV.
Improving your recommendations – Signing out refreshes Netflix’s recommendations based solely on the new user’s watch history rather than combining profiles.
Securing your account – Signing out when you’re not using Netflix keeps your login credentials protected in case others have access to your TV.
So in summary, signing out is beneficial both for sharing access to your Netflix subscription and for keeping your recommendations and viewing activity private when desired. Let’s look at how it’s done on the major smart TV platforms.
How to Sign Out on Roku
Roku is one of the most popular streaming devices for accessing smart TV apps like Netflix. Here are the simple steps to sign out of Netflix on a Roku:
Use your Roku remote to go to the Netflix app on your Home screen.
Select the “Manage Profiles” option.
Select the down arrow next to your profile at the top of the screen.
Choose “Sign Out” from the dropdown menu.
You’ll now be signed out of Netflix on your Roku device. The next time the app is opened, it will prompt for a login again under a new profile. Be sure to have the Netflix account holder’s login credentials ready if needed.
How to Sign Out on Amazon Fire TV
Amazon Fire TV devices, including Fire TV sticks, are another frequent choice for streaming Netflix through your smart TV. Here are the steps to log out:
From the Fire TV home screen, select the Netflix icon to open the app.
Press the Menu button on your Fire TV remote to open the sidebar menu.
Select “Account” from the menu options.
Choose the “Sign out” option at the bottom of the screen.
This will logout your profile and remove any personal recommendations or watch history associated with it. The Netflix app will now prompt for a login when reopened under a new profile.
How to Sign Out on Android TV
Android TV is the smart TV platform built by Google that powers televisions and streaming devices from Sony, Nvidia, and others. Signing out of Netflix follows these steps:
- Open the Netflix app on your Android TV device.
- Select your profile icon in the upper right corner.
- Choose “Account” from the dropdown menu.
- Select “Sign out” at the bottom of the screen.
This logs you out and returns to the Netflix login screen when reopened. Be sure to close and reopen the app completely after signing out.
How to Sign Out on LG TV (webOS)
LG incorporates the webOS platform into its smart TV lineups. Here’s how to log out of Netflix when using the built-in app on an LG TV:
- Launch the Netflix app from your LG smart TV home screen.
- Select the profile icon in the upper right corner.
- Choose “Account” from the dropdown options.
- Select “Sign Out” and confirm by choosing “Yes, sign out.”
You will now be signed out and taken back to the Netflix welcome screen. The next user can then log in freely without seeing your account details or recommendations.
How to Sign Out from the Netflix App
Many modern smart TVs allow you to directly access Netflix through the television’s built-in app rather than a separate streaming device. The sign out process is typically very similar across platforms:
- Open the Netflix application on your smart TV.
- Look for your profile icon, usually in the top right corner.
- Select “Account” from the dropdown options.
- Choose “Sign Out” and confirm by selecting “Yes.”
No matter the specific smart TV operating system, signing out through the Netflix app itself follows these general steps. Be sure to close and reopen the app fully after logout.
Tips for Sharing Your Netflix Account Securely
While sharing your Netflix login allows family or friends to enjoy the service, it’s important to follow some security best practices:
- Use separate profiles for each user with different recommendations.
- Change your Netflix password periodically, especially if access is shared widely.
- Only share your login details through private messaging, not publicly online.
- Sign out from all devices when access is no longer needed by another user.
- Check your account activity to monitor for any unauthorized logins.
Communicate clearly with anyone you share access with about sharing etiquette as well. Make sure to sign out properly when handing off control to avoid privacy or recommendation issues down the line.
Situations When Signing Out May Not Work
In rare cases, signing out through the normal Netflix menus may not fully log you off the service. Here are a few things to check in those situations:
- Clear cache and cookies on your web browser if accessing through a computer.
- Perform a factory reset on streaming devices like Roku or Fire TV.
- Delete and redownload the Netflix app on mobile or smart TV platforms.
- Contact Netflix support for help with account sharing or profile issues.
Such more drastic measures can ensure any lingering login data is erased in problematic cases. Usually the standard sign out process will work just fine though.
Frequently Asked Questions
I Signed Out But It’s Still Recommending My Shows
This can happen if the Netflix app or browser wasn’t closed fully after signing out. Make sure to close and reopen the app or log out/back in through a web browser to clear session data.
I Don’t See the Sign Out Option
Sign out may be hidden in menus depending on device – look for account, profile, or settings options. If all else fails, contact Netflix support for assistance logging out completely.
Can Multiple People Use Netflix at Once?
No, Netflix allows watching on only one device at a time per account. However, profiles let multiple users access different recommendations simultaneously from separate devices.
How Do I Change or Reset My Password?
To change your Netflix password, sign in through a web browser and navigate to the “account” section of your profile page. Look for a “change password” option to reset it as needed for security.
Wrapping Up
That covers all the essentials of signing out of Netflix on smart TVs running the major platforms like Roku, Fire TV, Android TV
