How to Remove Shows and Movies From Your Netflix Viewing History

Key takeaways:

• You can remove individual shows, movies, or entire series from your Netflix viewing history
• Deleting titles from your viewing history will prevent them from influencing your recommendations
• You can delete your entire Netflix viewing history in one go
• Removing titles from your viewing history can be done on a computer, but not through the Netflix mobile app

Netflix keeps track of everything you watch, which can be both a blessing and a curse. On one hand, this allows the streaming service to provide personalized recommendations based on your viewing habits. However, it also means that your viewing history can become cluttered with shows and movies you’d rather forget or keep private.

Fortunately, Netflix makes it easy to remove titles from your viewing history. Whether you want to delete a single episode, an entire series, or your complete viewing history, you can do so in just a few simple steps.

Why Remove Titles From Your Netflix Viewing History?

There are several reasons why you might want to remove shows or movies from your Netflix viewing history:

• Privacy: If you share your Netflix account with others, you may not want them to see everything you’ve watched.
• Recommendations: If you watched something that doesn’t align with your usual tastes, it could skew your recommendations.
• Clutter: Over time, your viewing history can become cluttered with titles you no longer care about, making it harder to find the shows and movies you actually want to watch.

How to Remove Individual Titles

To remove an individual show or movie from your Netflix viewing history:

1. Sign in to your Netflix account in a web browser.
2. Go to your Account page by clicking on your profile icon in the top-right corner and selecting “Account.”
3. Scroll down to the Profile & Parental Controls section and click “View” next to Viewing activity.
4. Find the title you want to remove and click the circle icon with a line through it.
5. To remove an entire series, click “Hide series?” when prompted.

It’s important to note that while you can remove titles from your viewing history on a computer, this functionality is not available through the Netflix mobile app or TV app.

How to Delete Your Entire Viewing History

If you want to start fresh with a clean slate, you can delete your entire Netflix viewing history at once:

1. Follow steps 1-3 from the previous section to access your viewing activity.
2. At the bottom of the page, click “Hide all.”
3. Confirm by clicking “Yes, hide all my viewing activity.”

Keep in mind that this action cannot be undone, so make sure you really want to delete your entire viewing history before confirming.

FAQs

Will removing a title from my viewing history delete it from my “Continue Watching” row?

Yes, when you remove a show or movie from your viewing history, it will also be removed from your “Continue Watching” row.

Can I hide my viewing activity from other profiles on my account?

No, each profile has its own viewing history. To keep your viewing activity private from other profiles, you’ll need to remove titles from your own profile’s viewing history.

How long does it take for removed titles to stop influencing my recommendations?

According to Netflix, it can take up to 24 hours for removed titles to stop affecting your recommendations.

Can I recover titles I’ve removed from my viewing history?

No, once you remove a title from your viewing history, it cannot be recovered. If you want to watch it again, you’ll need to search for it manually.

Will deleting my viewing history cancel my Netflix account?

No, removing titles from your viewing history or deleting your entire viewing history will not cancel your Netflix account. It only affects the record of what you’ve watched, not your subscription status.

By following these simple steps, you can easily curate your Netflix viewing history to better reflect your current watching habits and keep your recommendations relevant. Whether you’re looking to keep your guilty pleasure viewings under wraps or simply want to declutter your watch history, Netflix makes it easy to take control of your viewing data.