How To Get Netflix On Your Laptop.

Let’s look at how to install Netflix on Windows 11 or Windows 10 in under 2 minutes. Below you can find step-by-step instructions for Microsoft Store, browser streaming, and troubleshooting.

Quick note: Windows 10 or later can use the Netflix app from the Microsoft Store — you can also stream from any supported browser.

Pre-checks

1. Confirm your laptop is running Windows 10 or Windows 11. Netflix app requires Windows 10 or later for the Store app.

2. Ensure you have an active Netflix subscription and working internet.

3. Sign into your Microsoft account on the laptop (required for Microsoft Store installs).

Option A: Install the Netflix desktop app

1. Open Microsoft Store (Start → Microsoft Store).

2. In the Store search box type “Netflix” and press Enter.

3. Select Netflix from results and click Get / Install.

4. After install, open the Netflix app from Start, then sign in with your Netflix email and password.

5. Optional: Use the app to download titles for offline viewing (note: not all titles are downloadable).

Why choose the app? Cleaner UI, easier shortcuts, and in some cases better offline-download support.

Option B: Use Netflix in your web browser

1. Open your preferred browser (Chrome, Edge, Firefox).

2. Go to netflix.com, sign in, and start streaming immediately. No install needed.

Notes: This works on virtually any modern browser. Use this if you don’t want to install the Microsoft Store app.

Option C: Use an Android emulator

1. Install an Android emulator like BlueStacks, sign into Google Play, then install the Netflix Android app. Use only if you need a mobile app environment on PC.

2. This method is less common and not necessary for most users.

Quick troubleshooting

• Can’t find Netflix in Microsoft Store? Update Windows and Microsoft Store, or clear Store cache. Netflix requires Windows 10/11 and a working Store.

• App won’t sign in or sync: Restart the app, sign out/in, or reinstall.

• Cannot download title: Not all programs are downloadable—check the download icon on the title.

For more essential tips and tricks on using Microsoft 365 applications and Social Media platforms, be sure to check out That Office Guy’s YouTube Channel.