Sign out of Netflix in Settings, not from the app menu

To log out of Netflix on Apple TV, go to Settings on your Apple TV home screen, select Accounts and Sign In, find Netflix in the list of apps, and choose Sign Out. This removes your Netflix account from that Apple TV device entirely — the next person who opens Netflix will see the login screen instead of your account.

The Netflix app itself does not have a sign-out button in its menu. Many people look for it there first and assume they cannot log out. The sign-out control lives in Apple TV's system settings, not inside the Netflix app.

If you share an Apple TV with other people in your home, signing out is the cleanest way to separate accounts. It prevents someone else from watching under your profile or changing your preferences.

Key Takeaways

  • Sign out through Apple TV Settings, not through the Netflix app — Netflix has no sign-out option in its own menu.
  • Go to Settings > Accounts and Sign In, select Netflix, and choose Sign Out to remove your account from that device.
  • Signing out removes your Netflix account completely from the Apple TV, so the next user will see the login screen.
  • If you only want to switch profiles within Netflix, use the profile switcher in the Netflix app instead of signing out entirely.

Step-by-step: finding the sign-out button

Start at the Apple TV home screen. Press the Menu button on your remote to go back if you are inside an app. Look for the Settings icon — it usually appears as a gear symbol.

Open Settings and scroll down to Accounts and Sign In. You will see a list of all the apps that have accounts linked to your Apple TV. Netflix should appear in this list if you have ever signed in.

Select Netflix from the list. A menu will appear with options for that account. Choose Sign Out. Apple TV will ask you to confirm — select Sign Out again to finish. The process takes a few seconds.

Once you sign out, Netflix is removed from your Apple TV. The next time anyone opens the Netflix app, they will see the login screen and will need to enter a username and password to watch.

Switching profiles without signing out

If you share an Apple TV with family members but do not want to sign out completely, you can switch between Netflix profiles instead. Open the Netflix app and look for the profile icon — usually a circle with a person or initial in it, located in the top right or top left corner of the screen.

Tap the profile icon to see all profiles on that Netflix account. Select the profile you want to use. Netflix will switch to that profile when ready, and your watch history, recommendations, and settings will load for that profile.

Profile switching keeps you signed in to the same Netflix account but separates what each person watches and sees. This works well if multiple people in your home share one Netflix subscription but want their own viewing experience.

What happens after you sign out

Once you sign out, your Netflix account is no longer connected to that Apple TV. Your watch history, saved shows, and profile settings stay on Netflix's servers — they do not disappear. If you sign back in later with the same email and password, all your information will be there.

The Apple TV itself is not affected. You can still use other apps and services on the device. Only Netflix is removed from the account list in Settings.

If you are selling or giving away your Apple TV, signing out of Netflix is one of several accounts you should remove. Check Settings > Accounts and Sign In to see all the apps you have signed into, and sign out of anything you do not want the next owner to access.

Troubleshooting: Netflix does not appear in Accounts and Sign In

If you do not see Netflix listed under Accounts and Sign In, you may not have signed in yet, or the app may not be installed. Open the Netflix app from the home screen and try to sign in. Once you sign in through the app, Netflix should appear in the Accounts and Sign In list the next time you check.

If Netflix is installed but still does not appear in Settings, restart your Apple TV. Hold down the Menu button on your remote for about six seconds until the screen flashes. Wait a minute for the device to restart, then check Settings again.

If you have already signed out and want to sign back in, open the Netflix app, and the login screen will appear automatically. You can then enter your email and password to reconnect your account.

Signing out on multiple Apple TV devices

If you own more than one Apple TV, you will need to sign out of Netflix on each device separately. Signing out on one Apple TV does not affect your Netflix account on another device.

Go through the same process — Settings > Accounts and Sign In > Netflix > Sign Out — on each Apple TV where you want to remove your account. This is useful if you are replacing an older Apple TV or if you want to remove your account from a device in a guest room or second home.

Your Netflix account itself remains active. You can still watch on your phone, computer, or tablet, and you can sign back into any Apple TV whenever you want.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will signing out of Netflix delete my watch history?

No. Your watch history, saved shows, and all your Netflix data stay on Netflix's servers. When you sign back in with the same email and password, everything will be there. Signing out only removes Netflix from that specific Apple TV device.

Can I sign out of Netflix without going to Settings?

No. The Netflix app does not have a sign-out option in its own menu. You must use Apple TV Settings > Accounts and Sign In to sign out. This is by design — it prevents accidental sign-outs from the app itself.

What is the difference between signing out and deleting the Netflix app?

Signing out removes your account from the device but leaves the app installed. Deleting the app removes both the app and your account. If you delete Netflix, you will need to reinstall it from the App Store before you can sign in again. For most situations, signing out is simpler.

If I sign out, will other people on my Apple TV be able to see my Netflix account?

No. Once you sign out, your account is completely removed from that Apple TV. The next person who opens Netflix will see the login screen and will need their own email and password to watch. Your account information will not be visible.

Can I sign out of Netflix without a remote?

You need a remote or the Apple TV Remote app on your phone to navigate to Settings. If you have lost your remote, you can read the Apple TV Remote app from the App Store on your iPhone or iPad, pair it to your Apple TV, and use it to navigate to Settings and sign out.