Thankfully it's very easy to do

Subtitles are useful for many, like those with hearing impairments. However, they can also be distracting, and occasionally Netflix will start displaying them without your say so.

If you want to turn closed captions on or off on Netflix, here’s how.

Note: Closed caption settings in Netflix are linked to a user profile, so if you change your subtitle options on one device, it will be universally applied to all devices you use.

Netflix has made it relatively easy for users to change closed caption settings or turn off subtitles. The process is very similar on most devices:

Then, to access the subtitle settings menu:

If you stream Netflix using a web browser like Chrome, Edge, or Firefox, turning subtitles off is easy. To do so:

If you prefer to watch Netflix on your Android device or iPhone, here’s how you can access the Netflix subtitle settings:

Netflix also provides an application for Windows desktop computers and macOS.

There are several streaming services that enable users to access Netflix content. Here’s how you can turn subtitles on or off on these platforms.

Note: On older Apple TVs (Apple TV 2 or 3) you may have to hold down the center button to access settings.

Depending on your TV, this process may differ slightly.

Note: On Xbox One, you can also turn Netflix subtitles off by accessing the Ease of Access settings. If you’re using an Xbox 360, turn subtitles off by going to Settings > System > Console Settings > Display .

Whether or not you prefer to watch shows with subtitles turned on, accessing the subtitles section in Netflix is thankfully very easy. Any changes you make on your user profile will also be universally applied, meaning that if you access Netflix on multiple devices, you only need to change the settings once.

Jake Harfield is an Australian freelance writer whose passion is finding out how different technologies work. He has written for several online publications, focusing on explaining what he has learned to help others with their tech problems. He’s an avid hiker and birder, and in his spare time you’ll find him in the Aussie bush listening to the birdsong. Read Jake's Full Bio

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