The fastest way to log out of Netflix on Samsung TV
To sign out of Netflix on a Samsung TV, open the Netflix app, go to the menu, find your profile icon, and select "Sign out." The exact path depends on your Samsung model and Netflix app version, but the profile menu is always where you'll find the sign-out option. You do not need to restart the TV or delete the app.
If you're signing out because you're selling the TV, giving it away, or letting someone else use it, signing out is the right step — it removes your account from that device without affecting your Netflix subscription on other devices.
Key Takeaways
- Open Netflix, press the menu button on your remote, navigate to your profile icon, and select "Sign out" from the dropdown.
- On newer Samsung TVs with the Tizen operating system, the Netflix app menu is usually in the top-right corner of the screen.
- Signing out removes your account from that TV only and does not cancel your Netflix subscription or affect your account on phones, tablets, or other devices.
- If the sign-out option does not appear, try uninstalling and reinstalling the Netflix app from the Samsung TV App Store.
Step-by-step sign-out on Samsung TV with Tizen
Most Samsung TVs made in the last five years run Tizen, Samsung's operating system. To sign out on these models, start by opening the Netflix app from your home screen. Once Netflix loads, look for a menu icon — usually three horizontal lines or dots — in the top-right corner of the screen.
Press that menu icon using your remote. A dropdown menu will appear. Look for your profile name or a profile icon (often a circle with your initial or a generic avatar). Select it. From the profile menu, you should see a "Sign out" option near the bottom. Highlight it and press the center button on your remote to confirm. Netflix will log you out when ready.
After you sign out, the Netflix app returns to the login screen. You can close the app, and the next person to open Netflix will see the login page instead of your account.
What to do if you cannot find the sign-out option
On some older Samsung TV models or if the Netflix app has not updated recently, the sign-out button may be hidden or in a different location. If you've looked in the profile menu and do not see "Sign out," try pressing the menu button again and looking for an option called "Settings," "Account," or "Help." Some versions of the Netflix app put sign-out under "Account" instead of the main profile menu.
If you still cannot find it, the fastest solution is to uninstall and reinstall the Netflix app. Press the home button on your remote to go to the Samsung TV home screen. Find the Netflix app icon, press and hold it (or right-click if your remote has that option), and select "Delete" or "Uninstall." Then go to the Samsung TV App Store, search for Netflix, and reinstall it. When you open it fresh, you'll be at the login screen.
Signing out versus signing in on a shared TV
If multiple people use the same Samsung TV, you have two options: sign out completely, or switch to a different profile within Netflix. If your Netflix account has multiple profiles set up (for example, one for you and one for a family member), you can straightforward switch profiles instead of signing out. This keeps your account logged in but shows a different person's viewing history and recommendations.
To switch profiles without signing out, open Netflix, look for the profile icon in the top-right corner, and select a different profile from the list. This is faster if you plan to use your account again on that TV soon. Sign out only if you want to remove your account entirely from that device.
What happens after you sign out
Once you sign out, your Netflix account is no longer connected to that Samsung TV. Your viewing history, saved shows, and personal settings on that TV are cleared. However, your Netflix subscription remains active, and you can still watch on other devices like your phone, tablet, laptop, or another TV.
If you sign back in later on the same TV, you'll start with a fresh profile — your watch history and saved shows will be there, but the TV will not remember where you left off in shows you were watching before you signed out.
Signing out before selling or giving away your TV
If you're selling your Samsung TV or giving it to someone else, signing out of Netflix is an important security step. It prevents the new owner from accessing your account, viewing your watch history, or changing your profile settings. After you sign out, also consider signing out of any other apps that have your personal information — streaming services, email, social media, or banking apps.
For maximum security, you can also change your Netflix password from a different device (like your phone or computer) after you sign out. This ensures that even if someone tries to log back in using your old password, they cannot access your account.
Troubleshooting if sign-out does not work
In rare cases, the sign-out button may not respond, or Netflix may freeze when you try to use it. If this happens, restart the Netflix app by pressing the home button on your remote, then opening Netflix again. If Netflix still will not sign out, restart your Samsung TV by unplugging it for 30 seconds, then plugging it back in.
If the problem continues after a restart, check whether your Samsung TV has the latest Netflix app version. Go to the Samsung TV App Store, search for Netflix, and see if an "Update" button appears. If it does, update the app and try signing out again. If you still have trouble, uninstalling and reinstalling Netflix (as described above) usually solves the problem.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does signing out of Netflix on my TV cancel my subscription?
No. Signing out removes your account from that specific TV only. Your Netflix subscription remains active, and you can still watch on your phone, tablet, computer, or other devices. You can also sign back in on the same TV whenever you want.
Can I sign out of Netflix on my Samsung TV without a remote?
You need a remote or a compatible mobile app to navigate Netflix menus and select the sign-out option. If your remote is lost or broken, you can use the SmartThings app on your phone to control your Samsung TV, or purchase a replacement remote from Samsung.
Will signing out delete my watch history and saved shows?
Signing out removes your watch history and saved shows from that TV only. Your account information stays the same on Netflix's servers, so when you sign back in on any device, your history and saved shows will be there.
What if someone else signs into Netflix on my TV after I sign out?
Once you sign out, the next person to open Netflix will see the login screen. They can sign in with their own Netflix account, and their profile and watch history will appear on that TV. Your account will not be visible unless they know your email and password.
Can I sign out of Netflix on multiple Samsung TVs at once?
No. You must sign out of each TV individually by opening Netflix on that TV and using the sign-out option. However, you can sign out of all devices at once from a computer or phone by going to your Netflix account settings online and selecting "Sign out of all devices," but this will also sign you out of any other devices using your account.