How to put Netflix in French? Tutorial on how to change the language

Netflix is currently one of the most popular streaming platforms. Created in 1997 by Reed Hastings and Marc Randolph, Netflix started out in cassette rental. Later, Netflix moved into monthly subscription DVD rentals in 1999. Success was not yet on the cards at that time. Fortunately, Netflix quickly managed to be listed on the New York NASDAS stock exchange in 2002. From then on, the financial side of the platform gradually began to evolve. Between the years 2010 to 2017, the expansion of Netflix is happening at a considerable speed. And in 2013, the first Netflix series titled: “House of Cards” was officially released. Since then, the platform's turnover has continued to increase until it reached more than 25 billion dollars in 2020. As Netflix is now in several countries, it is important to note that it It is quite possible to change the language of the platform.

Netflix: the most popular streaming platform

For quite some time now, the phrase “Netflix & chill” has been ravaging the internet. The expression means Netflix and relax. Subscribers use this term to create their story or to express themselves with friends. In fact, for the past few years, subscribers have preferred to spend the rest of their days with their screen to watch popular Netflix films, series and even documentaries. The reason is simply because the platform offers catalogs of popular programs that are suitable for all tastes.

It doesn't matter if you prefer to weep over romantic dramas or let yourself be overwhelmed by adventures, action and horror films. In fact, there are even cartoons, sports and reality shows that can be viewed at any time of day. However, taking advantage of this benefit is not free. To watch the programs offered by Netflix, you need to take out a subscription and have an internet connection. The platform offers three distinct types of subscription.

Basic Netflix is a one-screen subscription. To benefit from it, you would have to pay 8.99 € and have a minimum speed connection of 3Mbps. For a standard subscription, the connection speed must be at least 5Mbps. For 13.49 €, you can watch programs in HD on 2 different screens. The last type of subscription is the Netflix Premium, you can watch the programs in 4K Ultra HD on 4 screens for 17.99 €. Therefore, your connection speed must be greater than or equal to 25 Mbps.

How to Change Netflix Language

Language changes are made differently on the Netflix application and on access via search engine.

Changing language from official site

To reach the change language setting on Netflix.com, you must do the following: after accessing the official sites, you must select successively on “Account” and “profile” before selecting “Language”. You will then have two choices:

  • Selecting a language in "TV Show & Movie Languages" will change the language of the dubbing and subtitles.
  • Selecting a language in "Display languages" will change the display language.

You must then confirm your choice by pressing “Save”.

Language change if you have the Netflix app

If you have an iOS device, a smartphone or an Android tablet, you can download the Netflix app from Google Play Store. However, the language change will be done otherwise on this application. To do this, you must first access the application and choose the profile icon in blue or the three superimposed lines. Then choose the “Manage Profiles” option before selecting the profile to edit. Once the next window opens, you can choose between:

  • Display languages if you want to change the display language.
  • Languages for audio and subtitles if you want to change the language of dubbing and subtitles.

Then, all you have to do is select the language of your choice. Registration will be done automatically.

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