While the 'Continue Watching' list is great when you're binging a series or rationing episodes over a period of time, it can become a hindrance when you've given up half-way through a title. Show
If you don't want to be constantly reminded of your failed attempt to get through Zac Efron's Down to Earth, or you need to hide the fact that you watched an extra episode of Unsolved Mysteries without your partner, we have the solution for you. Netflix has come to the rescue on Twitter by providing a quick and easy way of removing titles from the 'Continue Watching' row via your mobile and for alternative ways to axe shows from your list on your desktop, we've compiled a step-by-step guide for you to do exactly that. Here are several ways you can delete shows from your 'Continue Watching' bar on your mobile or desktop – remember to log in to your account on a desktop/website browser or the mobile app! Note: You can only do this on desktop or mobile app, it doesn't work on a Smart TV or streaming device. It also doesn't work on a kids' profile. For mobileNetflix has recently published a super simple guide on Twitter for viewers who want to clean up their 'Continue Watching' bar. 1. Make sure you're on the right profile If you share your Netflix account with family and/or friends, you don't want to accidentally delete their progress with a show by being on the wrong profile, so make sure you've selected your own profile by choosing from the More menu 2. Click on the three dots below a title 3. Select 'Remove from Row' Alternative method for mobileIf for some reason the simple method doesn't work for you, there is another way to remove titles from the 'Continue Watching' row. 1. Make sure you're on the right profile If you're not in your own profile then switch using the More menu. 2. Open the More menu up and select Account to open it up in your web browser Scroll down and you'll see Viewing Activity - click it. 3. You'll see a list of shows you've watched in order, click X to delete You'll see a circle with a line through it next to each show or film name. Select these to mark the ones you want hidden from the Continue Watching list. 4. If you don't want a show to appear in the Continue Watching list, click remove series Delete series on Netflix NetflixWhen you hide an episode of a TV series you'll also see a link that allows you to hide a whole series. To hide everything listed scroll down and click Hide All. Note: It can take up to 24 hours for it to be removed on all platforms ie your phone too 5. Return to your home page The Continue Watching list should no longer show the series or film you deleted
For desktop1 Click on your profile name in the top right corner Select the profile you want to delete the items from. You can switch in the more menu if you're in the wrong one. Click on your Netflix profile Netflix2 You'll see viewing activity Nearer the bottom of the page, you'll see Viewing Activity. Click it. 3. The steps are the same as the mobile process from here Find the series or film you want hidden from the Continue Watching list and select the circle. It'll have a 'Hide series?' option that pops up. You can also scroll down to Hide All. How to watch hidden content on NetflixIf you've exhausted the top series and films on Netflix and you're looking for something else to watch we have our best TV series on Netflix guide or the best movies on Netflix right now. If all else fails you can find the hidden shows and films using the secret Netflix codes. Looking for something to watch? Check out our TV Guide. Updated on November 15, 2021 Netflix saves where you are in a show or movie, so if you ever stop and come back, you can pick up where you left off. It's a great feature, but it's also a curse. Sometimes you need to know how to remove "continue watching" items from Netflix. You can only do this on your computer or mobile device (not smart TVs or streaming devices), and it won't work for kids profiles. It might take up to 24 hours for the titles you hide from your Netflix account to actually disappear from the "continue watching" section. How to Remove Something From 'Continue Watching' on NetflixWith one exception for Android users, whether you're using the mobile app or the desktop version of Netflix, you'll need to log in to your account, pick the profile you want to delete "continue watching" items from, and then open the Viewing activity page. Miguel Co / Lifewire These instructions apply to iPhone and Android devices made by a variety of manufacturers, such as Samsung, Google, Huawei, Xiaomi, etc. How to Remove Titles on Android DevicesThis method is for Android users who want to delete a title from the list of recently watched movies and shows. It should work for anyone using the most up-to-date version of the app. If this doesn't work, skip down to the other set of directions below.
How to Hide Titles on iOS DevicesFollow these steps if the directions above don't apply to your device (e.g., you're on iOS or you're using an outdated version of the app):
How to Hide Titles Using a Desktop BrowserTo jump right into Step 3 below, head to your Netflix viewing page; otherwise follow these steps in order:
How to Change Netflix ProfilesAnother way to deal with the "continue watching" list on Netflix is to keep your viewing habits separated within different profiles. If you want to rewatch a series, for example, or your roommate wants to watch a movie you've already seen, you can build a separate profile to make a fresh "continue watching" list. You can have up to five profiles on a single account. Learn how to create a new Netflix profile if you need help. How to Delete a Netflix ProfileIf you want to completely remove a profile from your account to make room for another or to instantly clear the watch history, you can delete a Netflix profile. FAQ
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