Quick answer: Open Manage Profiles in the Netflix mobile app or open Account and Playback settings in a browser. Choose the profile, then switch off Autoplay Previews, Autoplay Next Episode or both.
| Autoplay setting | What it controls |
|---|---|
| Autoplay Previews | Trailers and previews that begin while browsing Netflix |
| Autoplay Next Episode | The next episode that starts after the current episode finishes |
Netflix Has Two Different Autoplay Settings
Many people turn off one Netflix autoplay option and then wonder why videos still begin automatically. That happens because Netflix separates preview autoplay from next-episode autoplay. The settings are saved for an individual profile, not necessarily for every person using the account.
- Turn off Autoplay Previews to stop trailers from starting while you browse rows and title pages.
- Turn off Autoplay Next Episode to stop a series from automatically continuing after an episode ends.
Repeat the process for every profile that should use the same preference. A Kids profile and an adult profile can have different autoplay settings on the same Netflix account.
How to Turn Off Netflix Autoplay on Android, iPhone or iPad
- Open the Netflix app and select a profile.
- Tap My Netflix in the lower-right corner.
- Tap the profile name at the top of the screen.
- Select Manage Profiles.
- Choose the profile you want to change.
- Turn off Autoplay Previews, Autoplay Next Episode or both.
- Tap Done on iPhone or iPad when prompted.
The wording can vary slightly after an app update, but the controls remain inside profile management. Make sure you edit the profile that is actually used on the television or other streaming device.
How to Turn Off Netflix Autoplay in a Web Browser
- Sign in to Netflix using a web browser.
- Open the Account page.
- Select Profiles, then choose the profile you want to edit.
- Open Playback settings.
- Switch off Autoplay previews while browsing on all devices.
- Switch off Autoplay next episode in a series on all devices if you do not want automatic episode playback.
- Allow the preference to save automatically.
This browser method is useful when a television or older streaming device does not provide profile-editing controls. The change applies to that Netflix profile across supported devices.
How to Turn Off Autoplay on a Smart TV
Some current TV apps allow you to open Manage Profiles and change autoplay directly. However, the available menu depends on the television model and Netflix app version. If you cannot find the switches on the TV, change them in the Netflix mobile app or a browser.
- Use your phone or computer to edit the same Netflix profile used on the TV.
- Turn off the required autoplay options.
- Return to the TV and switch to another profile.
- Switch back to the edited profile to refresh the setting.
- If the change does not appear, sign out of Netflix on the TV and sign in again.
Netflix notes that some older TVs and TV streaming devices do not support preview autoplay. On those devices, the option may be absent because previews do not autoplay in the first place.
How to Stop Netflix From Playing the Next Episode
Turn off Autoplay Next Episode for the affected profile. After the current episode ends, Netflix should display recommendations or an episode screen instead of immediately beginning the next instalment.
This can be useful for parents, viewers who fall asleep while watching and anyone who wants to avoid losing their place in a series. It can also prevent several episodes from being marked as watched when nobody is paying attention.
How to Stop Netflix Preview Trailers
Turn off Autoplay Previews. This prevents supported Netflix apps from automatically playing video previews as you move through the home screen or open a title page. Static artwork and title information will still appear.
Turning off previews does not mute a trailer that you deliberately select, and it does not affect normal playback after you press Play.
Why Netflix Autoplay Is Still On After Changing It
- You changed a different profile from the one being used.
- The device has not refreshed the profile settings yet.
- You disabled previews but not the next-episode setting, or the other way around.
- The Netflix app is outdated or has retained old session data.
- A child or another account user changed the setting back.
First, confirm the active profile. Then switch to another profile and return, or sign out and sign back in. Update the Netflix app if the problem continues.
Can You Turn Off Autoplay for the Whole Netflix Account?
Netflix autoplay preferences are profile-based. There is no single master switch that automatically changes every existing profile. Edit each profile separately when you want the same behaviour across the account.
This design can be helpful because one person may want continuous episode playback while another prefers to choose every episode manually.
Can You Turn Off Autoplay Only at Night?
Netflix does not currently provide a schedule for autoplay settings. The preference stays on or off until someone changes it. You can manually switch it when needed, use a device sleep timer, or turn off next-episode autoplay permanently to prevent overnight playback.
Does Turning Off Autoplay Save Data?
It can reduce unnecessary data usage. Preview videos use data while you browse, and automatic next episodes can continue streaming after you stop actively watching. The amount saved depends on how long you browse and whether episodes would otherwise continue playing.
To reduce data use further, open the profile’s Playback settings and choose a lower data-usage level. This is a separate option from autoplay.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I turn off Netflix autoplay previews?
Open Manage Profiles in the mobile app or Playback settings in a browser, select the profile and turn off Autoplay Previews.
How do I stop Netflix from automatically playing the next episode?
Turn off Autoplay Next Episode for the profile. Refresh the device by switching profiles or signing out and back in if the old behaviour continues.
Does the autoplay setting apply to all devices?
It follows the selected profile across supported devices. Each Netflix profile keeps its own preference.
Why can’t I find autoplay settings on my TV?
Some TV apps do not expose the profile controls. Change the setting through the Netflix mobile app or a web browser, then refresh the TV profile.
Can a Netflix Kids profile have autoplay turned off?
Yes. Open Manage Profiles, choose the Kids profile and change the available autoplay settings for that profile.