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How to Connect to Netflix on Sony Smart TVs
New TVs have a Netflix button on their remotes for quick access
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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A lot of new devices, including Sony Smart TVs, come with theNetflixapplication pre-installed. This makes the process of setting up and using theNetflixapp a lot easier, but there are still some steps that you have to follow.
If you want to start watching your favorite TV shows and movies as soon as possible on your Sony Smart TV, follow the simple steps below.
Can I get Netflix on my Sony Smart TV?
The first thing that you should know is that some Sony Smart TVs are not compatible withNetflix. On compatible devices, usually, there will be a certification process.
This means that you’ll have to officially register your Sony Smart TV and yourNetflixaccount.
How can I register my Sony Smart TV?
After registering yourTV, you’ll have three options to connect your TV to Netflix, as you will see from the guides below.
How do I connect my Sony Smart TV to Netflix?
Depending on your model number, there are different ways to set up and connect your Sony Smart TV withNetflix.
1. Use the Netflix button on your remote control
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Press theNetflix buttonon your TV remote.
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If you’re already a member of Netflix, selectSign In. If you’re not, set up a membership on Netflix’s official website and then try to access it on your TV.
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Now enter your Netflixemail addressandpassword.
4.After that, selectSign InorContinue.
- Your Sony Smart TV is now connected to your Netflix account and you can watch your favorite shows.
If you are using a newer Sony Smart TV model, chances are that it has Netflix pre-installed on it. Moreover, the remote you received while buying the TV has a Netflix button, that works as a shortcut for the app.
Using this Netflix button, you can easily access the Netflix application and connect to your account with your username and password.
2. Use the Video option
3. Use the wireless keyboard remote
If yourSony Smart TV cannot connect to Netflix, check out our dedicated article.
After you register your Smart TV withSonyand connect it with yourNetflixaccount, you should be able to start using the app and watch your favorite movies without any issues.
Keep in mind that you’ll need a fast Internet connection to stream videos on yourTV, so we recommend to connect yourTVdirectly to the Internet via an Ethernet cable.
This way you can avoid any possible interferences and slow speeds from the wireless connection.
If you have any other questions, feel free to leave them in the comments section below.
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Loredana Harsana
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Loredana is a passionate writer with a keen interest in PC software and technology. She started off writing about mobile phones back when Samsung Galaxy S II was on top of the world and she fell in love with tech of all sorts.
Whenever she’s not at her work desk, you’ll find her enjoying refreshing tea flavors, spilling stories on paper, and listening to the radio.
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