How to Travel with Netflix (2024)

In our interconnected world, Netflix has become an essential companion for travelers seeking entertainment on the go. This guide aims to simplify the experience of enjoying your favorite shows and movies while traveling, keeping you informed about Netflix's latest policies to ensure a smooth and hassle-free streaming experience.

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Netflix's March 2023 Policy Update:

Netflix's most recent policy update, slated for broader implementation in Q1 2023, is geared towards curbing password sharing. Under this new policy, users sharing their accounts with individuals outside their household are required to pay an additional fee. Netflix asserts that this change is necessary to counter widespread account sharing, which undermines the company's ability to invest in and improve its service. 

To enforce these new rules, Netflix will utilize IP addresses, device IDs, and account activity, allowing the company to easily identify users' locations.

How to Travel with Netflix

Using Netflix while traveling is a straightforward process. Simply log in as usual, and Netflix will automatically adjust its content library based on your current location, using IP address detection. 

For travelers using Netflix away from their home address, they may encounter the message, "Your TV isn't part of the Netflix Household for this account." In such cases, select the option "I'm traveling," and you will receive a code allowing you to use your Netflix account beyond your primary household location.

Netflix Travel Code Limit

The previous limitation of 7 consecutive days for the travel code has been removed from the Netflix website. However, users are now required to log in on their device from their home WiFi network every 31 days. Failure to do so may lead to being locked out during extended travel.

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Can Using a VPN Help Me Get Around the New Rule?

Simply put, no. While VPNs let you access different Netflix libraries, they can't mimic your exact home IP address. This means they won't work to get around the new rule restricting account sharing with people outside your household.

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What If I Have a Second Home in Another Location?

For those with multiple homes, within a certain timeframe, using Netflix on your phone with each home's Wi-Fi allows TV access for both. However, you must bounce back and forth between the locations. 

The specific timeframe for this process is not specified here, but it is crucial information to be aware of for seamless streaming between multiple locations. If you require additional details on this timeframe, please refer to the latest information available on the Netflix website.

Can I Watch Netflix Downloads Offline in Another Country?

It depends on Netflix's content licenses in the country you're visiting. If Netflix has the license for the movie or show there, you can watch your downloads offline. But remember, the same restrictions that apply to streaming titles in certain countries also affect downloaded content.

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