Installing Netflix on TV: Smart TV, Android TV, Chromecast, HDMI, and home theater solutions

Want to watch Netflix on the big screen but don't know which method to choose between TV app, Android TV, Chromecast, HDMI cable, or media box? This guide shows you, step by step, how to get Netflix on your TV depending on your hardware, how to manage profiles, and what to do if Netflix displays messages related to Netflix Home.

1) Check if your TV is Netflix compatible

Before installing, check whether your TV or device appears in the list of Netflix-compatible devices: Smart TVs, streaming boxes/sticks, consoles, or media players that support the Netflix app.

If your TV does not have (or no longer has) Netflix, it is not necessarily the TV that is the problem: it is often the operating system that is too old or the lack of an up-to-date app store.

2) How to watch Netflix on TV using the app (easiest method)

If you have a Smart TV, this is often the best answer to how to watch Netflix on TV: install (or open) the official Netflix app and then log in.

Steps (Smart TV, Apple TV, consoles, operator box)

1. Open the TV app store (or the app home screen).
2. Search for Netflix and install the app if it is not already present.
3. Open Netflix and log in with your email address and password.
4. Select your profile to start playback.

If you have multiple screens at home, this method remains the most stable way to watch Netflix on TV without relying on your phone.

3) Android TV: Install and use Netflix on Android TV/Google TV

On an Android Netflix TV, installation is done via Google Play (or the built-in Google TV store), then the connection is made as on a smartphone.

Installation on Android TV / Google TV

1. Open Google Play Store on the TV.
2. Search for Netflix and install the app.
3. Open Netflix, log in, and select a profile.

This configuration also meets the needs of "Android Netflix TV"when you want a simple solution with automatic app updates if the TV remains connected to the Internet.

4) How to connect Netflix to your TV from your phone (Cast and mirroring)

If your TV does not have the Netflix app or if you are on the go, you can stream Netflix from your phone to your TV using Cast or screen mirroring, depending on your hardware.

Option A — Chromecast / Google Cast (recommended)

1. Plug the Chromecast into the TV's HDMI port and power it on.
2. Connect Chromecast and your phone to the same Wi-Fi network.
3. Open Netflix on your phone, tap the Cast icon, then choose your TV/Chromecast.

This method is often what people mean by connecting Netflix to a TV when they don't have a Smart TV.

Option B — AirPlay (iPhone/iPad to Apple TV or compatible TV)

1. Ensure that the iPhone/iPad and TV/Apple TV are on the same network.
2. Launch Netflix and then use AirPlay if the configuration allows it (depending on the device).

Option C — Screen Duplication (Miracast / Screen Mirroring)

Screen mirroring can help, but it is less reliable for Netflix due to DRM protections: if the image is black or does not launch, switch back to Cast/TV app.

5) How to get Netflix on your TV without a Smart TV: HDMI, box, console

When a TV does not have apps, the most robust solution is to connect an external device.

5.1. HDMI cable (computer → TV)

An HDMI cable remains a simple way to connect Netflix to your TV:

1. Connect the computer to the TV via HDMI.
2. Select the HDMI source on the Netflix TV (Source/Input menu).
3. Open Netflix on your computer (browser or app) and switch to full screen mode.

5.2. Streaming box/key

A dongle or box (Chromecast with Google TV, Fire TV, Apple TV, etc.) adds a full interface and Netflix app to your TV via HDMI.

5.3. Adapter (USB-C/Lightning → HDMI)

If you are looking for a Netflix adapter for TV to connect a phone to a screen, an official video adapter (USB-C → HDMI on Android, Lightning → HDMI on iPhone) may work, but some Netflix content may be limited depending on the device and video protections.

6) How to stream Netflix from your phone to your TV without Wi-Fi

Depending on your situation, "how to stream Netflix from your phone to your TV without Wi-Fi"can mean two things: streaming without a home network or watching without the internet at all.

6.1. Without home Wi-Fi, but with mobile data

• You can create a connection share (hotspot) from a phone, then connect your box/TV to this hotspot.
• There are some advanced uses for Chromecast without a box, but data consumption can be very high for HD/4K video.

6.2. No internet at all (train/plane/camping)

Netflix allows you to download content to your mobile device/tablet (and certain environments), then watch it offline in the app.
However, if you want to watch Netflix on your TV in completely offline mode, streaming to a TV is not always possible, as downloads are designed to be played in the Netflix app on the device.

7) Switch Netflix accounts on TV, switch profiles, main profile

When several people use the same TV, we often want to switch Netflix accounts or profiles quickly.

7.1. Change profile

On the Netflix home screen, open the profiles menu and select the one you want: this is the easiest way to share a Netflix account while keeping recommendations separate.

7.2. Logging out and logging back in with another account

To switch Netflix accounts on a TV:

1. Open Netflix on the TV.
2. Go to "Get help / Settings" (depending on the interface).
3. Select "Sign out."
4. Log in with the new email/password.

7.3. Change the primary profile (depending on what you mean by "primary")

If you want to change your primary Netflix profile because the TV always opens the wrong profile, the solution is usually to log out/log back in, then select the correct profile when you first launch the app, or rearrange the profiles in your account so that the profile you use most often is more visible.

8) Netflix Home: Change, update, and fix the error "Device is not part of the home."

Netflix uses the concept of a Netflix household to associate an account with a primary location of use (often your home network). Netflix explains how to set up, update, and resolve messages related to your household.

8.1. How to change your Netflix home (and update it)

If you move or change your internet service provider, you can change your Netflix household from a TV by following the steps to manage your household in the Netflix settings.
In practice, updating your Netflix household means opening Netflix on the TV connected to the new Wi-Fi, then launching the "Manage Household" procedure when it is offered.

8.2. Your device is not part of the Netflix household (phone)

If you see the message " Your device is not part of the Netflix household," Netflix recommends linking the device to the household (or using the options offered by Netflix) rather than repeatedly attempting to connect from different networks.

8.3. “Your TV is not part of the Netflix household linked to this account.”

When the TV displays this block, Netflix offers a procedure via QR code and verification from a mobile device connected to the home Wi-Fi.

8.4. Change your Netflix home without losing access

To properly change your Netflix household, the most reliable method is to update it from your home TV on your home network, as Netflix associates the household with several signals (activity, device, network).

8.5. About requests for exceptions

If you are looking for a way to bypass Netflix Home, the most sustainable solution is to use the options provided by Netflix (updating your Home, temporary access when offered, or adding an additional subscriber depending on your plan) rather than forcing connections that may fail or block playback.

9) Why Netflix no longer works on your TV: common causes and solutions

9.1. The Netflix app does not appear/cannot be installed

• TV too old or OS no longer supported: use an external streaming box/dongle via HDMI.
• App Store unavailable: check for TV system updates if available.

9.2. Netflix launches and then crashes

• Restart the TV/box and the Internet box.
• Disconnect/reconnect the TV to the network.
• Update the app if an update is available.

9.3. Compatibility issue

When a device is no longer supported, the simplest solution is to add an external player (Chromecast/box/console), which solves most cases of aging TVs.

10) Good tip: reduce the cost of Netflix if you watch a lot on TV

Watching Netflix on the big screen often makes you want to keep several platforms (Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video) at the same time, and the bill quickly adds up.

Co-subscription allows you to split the cost of a multi-profile subscription when possible:

• one person manages the subscription,
• other people take a seat and pay their share,
• Everyone enjoys Netflix at a lower monthly cost.

Spliiit is specifically designed to organize this sharing in a simple way (connecting people, payments, tracking), rather than managing reimbursements "by hand."

FAQ — Netflix on TV

How can I get Netflix on my TV?

The easiest method is to install the Netflix app on a Smart TV, streaming box, or console, then log in to your account.

How do I connect Netflix to my TV from my phone?

With a Chromecast, open Netflix on your mobile device, tap the Cast icon, then select your TV/Chromecast to start playing on the big screen.

How can I watch Netflix on TV if my television isn't connected?

Connect an external device (Chromecast/box/console) via HDMI, or connect a computer via HDMI, then launch Netflix from that device.

Can you watch Netflix on your TV without the internet?

Netflix allows offline viewing via downloads on the mobile/tablet app, but playback on TV in completely offline mode is not guaranteed because downloaded content remains linked to the Netflix app.

How do I change my Netflix home?

Netflix explains the "Manage Netflix Household" procedure in the settings on your TV, and you can update your household by following the steps from a TV connected to your home network.

How do I switch Netflix accounts on a TV?

Open Netflix on the TV, use the "Sign Out" option, then sign back in with the other account and select the correct profile.

Key points to remember

• The app on Smart TV/Android TV remains the simplest method for Netflix on television.
• For a non-connected TV, an HDMI box or an HDMI cable from a computer is often the most reliable solution.
• If you encounter a block related to Netflix Home, updates and device pairing can be managed via the official Netflix options.
• If Netflix is part of your daily routine, organizing a shared subscription allows you to reduce your monthly costs without losing the convenience of watching on TV.