Signing up for a Netflix account is easy! Follow the steps for your platform below.

Android

  • To sign up from your Android device, visit netflix.com/signup from a mobile browser.
    • If you have the Netflix app from the Google Play store, you can start sign-up from the app. You'll need to use a mobile or computer browser to finish signing up.
  • Create an account by entering your email address and creating a password.
    • If using the Netflix Android app, you'll receive an email from Netflix with a link to finish sign-up on Netflix.com using a mobile or computer browser.
  • Choose the plan that's right for you. You can downgrade or upgrade at any time.
  • Enter a payment method.

Computer

  • Visit netflix.com/signup.
  • Choose the plan that's right for you. You can downgrade or upgrade at anytime.
  • Create an account by entering your email address and creating a password.
  • Enter a payment method.

iPhone or iPad

  • Visit netflix.com/signup from a mobile browser.
    • Note: Sign up is not supported on the Netflix iOS app.
  • Choose the plan that's right for you. You can downgrade or upgrade at anytime.
  • Create an account by entering your email address and creating a password.
  • Enter a payment method.
  • Download and sign in to the Netflix app on a device running iOS 16 or above.

TV or TV Streaming Device

  • Open the Netflix app.
    • Note: If you need help finding the app, search our Help Center for "Using Netflix on," followed by the brand name of your device (e.g., Samsung, Roku, Xbox). Some devices also have a Netflix button on their remote control.
  • On most TVs and TV streaming devices, you'll need to start by providing your email address or phone number.
    • Once provided, you will receive an email or SMS text message with an activation link to continue the signup flow.
  • Choose the plan that's right for you. You can downgrade or upgrade at any time.
  • Create an account by entering your email address and creating a password.
  • Enter a payment method.

Some older TVs and TV streaming devices don’t support signing up for Netflix directly on the device. To sign up, get the Netflix app on your Android phone or tablet, iPhone or iPad, or visit netflix.com.

Cable Box

  • Open the Netflix app.
  • Note: If you need help finding the app, search our Help Center for "Using Netflix on," followed by the name of your device provider. Some devices also have a Netflix button on their remote control.
  • Follow the prompts on the screen to create an account.

Some older cable boxes don’t support signing up for Netflix directly on the device. To sign up, follow the directions on your screen.