10 common Netflix errors and how to fix them

You’ve most likely joined the millions of others and gotten a Netflix account. Unfortunately, when we stream television, surf the web and run applications, problems can occur. Tap or click for the best gadgets to stream your favorite shows.

We’ve all gotten that dreaded buffering symbol when trying to watch a movie, but what happens when Netflix doesn’t work?

If you’ve had Netflix freeze, restart, or it’s given you one of its many error codes, hope isn’t lost. Here are 10 common Netflix errors and how to fix them.

The basics

If your Netflix gives you issues, take a step back before you start looking up error codes. Your first step should be to force close the Netflix program and restart it. If this doesn’t work, try restarting your computer or streaming device.

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If you are still experiencing issues, double check your router and try resetting this as well. For more device troubleshooting, head here. Now let’s take a look at some common Netflix error codes and how to fix them.

1. Error Code 100

If you are an Apple user, this is a likely error code for you to come across. First, you’ll need to sign out of Netflix and then sign back in. Then, uninstall and reinstall the app. Finally, restart your Apple device. It should be good to go now.

2. Error Code NW-4-7

This particular code could mean a few things. Whether you are streaming from a laptop or a third-party device, the code can mean different things.

Error code NW-4-7 is a bit more complicated and varies depending on your device. First, check your Wi-Fi and restart your router. If this doesn’t work, try restarting your device or the application.

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