Where to find the autoplay setting on Disney Plus

Autoplay is turned on by default in Disney Plus, which means the app will automatically start playing the next episode in a series when one finishes, or suggest and play related content when you stop watching. You can turn this off in your account settings in under a minute.

The steps differ slightly depending on whether you are using Disney Plus on a phone, tablet, computer, or TV. The setting lives in the same place on all devices — your account menu — but the path to get there changes.

Key Takeaways

  • Autoplay is on by default and will start the next episode automatically or play suggested content when you stop watching.
  • On phones and tablets, open the app, tap your profile icon, select Account, then find Autoplay under Playback Settings.
  • On a computer or web browser, click your profile icon in the top right, choose Account, and toggle Autoplay off under Playback Settings.
  • On a TV app, navigate to Settings from the main menu, find Playback Settings, and turn off Autoplay.
  • The change takes effect when ready and applies to your account across all devices.

Turning off autoplay on a phone or tablet

Open the Disney Plus app and look for your profile icon — it is usually a small circle or image in the bottom right corner of the screen. Tap it to open your account menu.

Select Account from the menu that appears. This takes you to your account settings page. Scroll down until you see Playback Settings and tap it. You will see the Autoplay toggle switch. Tap it to turn autoplay off. The switch will change color or appearance to show it is now disabled.

Close the settings menu and return to the home screen. Autoplay is now off on this device and across your entire Disney Plus account.

Turning off autoplay on a computer or web browser

Go to the Disney Plus website or open the app on your computer. In the top right corner, you will see your profile icon or initial. Click it to open the account dropdown menu.

Click Account from the menu. You will be taken to your account settings page. Look for Playback Settings and click it. Find the Autoplay option and click the toggle to turn it off. The toggle will change to show autoplay is disabled.

You can close the settings page and return to browsing. The change is when ready and will affect autoplay behavior on all devices using your account.

Turning off autoplay on a TV app

On a TV, the path to settings is slightly different because you navigate with a remote. Open the Disney Plus app on your TV and look for a Settings option, usually found in the main menu or at the top of the screen.

Navigate to Playback Settings using your remote. Highlight the Autoplay option and press select or enter to toggle it off. You will see confirmation that autoplay is now disabled. Exit the settings menu and return to the home screen.

What happens when autoplay is off

When you turn off autoplay, Disney Plus will stop automatically playing the next episode when one finishes. Instead, the app will pause and show you the episode details and a play button for the next episode. You decide whether to press play or choose something else to watch.

Autoplay will also stop suggesting and playing related content when you stop watching mid-show. The app will straightforward pause where you left off and wait for you to choose what to watch next.

Turning autoplay back on if you change your mind

If you decide you want autoplay on again, follow the same steps to reach Playback Settings on whichever device you are using. Toggle the Autoplay switch back on. The change takes effect when ready.

You can also turn autoplay on for some devices and off for others if you prefer. The setting is tied to your account, so changing it on one device changes it everywhere, but you can adjust it again anytime from any device.

Common mistakes to avoid

The most common mistake is looking for autoplay in the wrong menu. It is not in general settings or video quality settings — it is specifically under Playback Settings within your Account menu. If you cannot find it, make sure you are in Account first, then look for Playback Settings as a subsection.

Another mistake is assuming the setting is device-specific. Turning off autoplay on your phone will turn it off on your TV, computer, and any other device using your account. You do not need to change it on each device separately.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does turning off autoplay affect other people on my account?

Yes. The autoplay setting is tied to your Disney Plus account, not to individual profiles. If you share your account with family members, turning off autoplay will affect everyone. If you want different autoplay settings for different people, you would need separate accounts.

Will autoplay turn back on by itself after an update?

No. Disney Plus does not reset your autoplay setting when you update the app. Once you turn it off, it stays off unless you manually turn it back on.

Can I turn off autoplay for just one show or series?

No. The autoplay setting is account-wide and applies to all content. You cannot disable it for specific shows while keeping it on for others.

What if I do not see the autoplay option in my settings?

Make sure you are looking in Playback Settings under your Account menu, not in general app settings. If it is still not there, try logging out and back in, or uninstalling and reinstalling the Disney Plus app. The option should appear in all current versions of the app.