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How to Remove Shows and Movies from Your Netflix Viewing History: Simple Steps

We've all watched a show or movie on Netflix that we'd rather not have lingering in our recommendations—especially when friends or family are browsing. The good news? Netflix provides a straightforward way to delete specific titles from your viewing history, helping you keep your profile fresh and private.

How to Remove Shows and Movies from Your Netflix Viewing History: Simple Steps

Follow these easy steps on the Netflix website:

  • Sign in to Netflix.com.
  • Click Your account in the top right.
  • Under the My Profile section, select Viewing Activity.
  • Click the X icon next to any episode or movie to remove it from your history.

Note: There's no option to clear your entire history at once, but this method works reliably for individual items.

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