Netflix Error NW-3-6 (2024)

We're having a problem connecting to Netflix. Please try again or visit: www.netflix.com/help

This error happens when a network issue stops your device from reaching Netflix.

To fix the problem, follow the steps for your device.

Smart TV

Restore your default connection settings

If you've changed the connection settings on your device, you'll need to change them back to default.

These settings could include:

  • Custom modem settings.

  • Virtual Private Network (VPN) or proxy service settings.

  • Custom DNS settings.

If you need help changing these settings, contact the device manufacturer.

Once you've reset these settings, try Netflix again.

Restart your home network

  1. Turn off or unplug your smart TV.
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  2. Unplug your modem (and your wireless router, if it's a separate device) from power for 30 seconds.
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  3. Plug in your modem and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on. If your router is separate from your modem, plug it in and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on.
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  4. Turn your smart TV back on and try Netflix again.
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Contact your internet service provider

This issue can happen when there's a problem with the domain name system (DNS) server your device connects to. For help fixing a DNS issue, you'll need to contact your internet service provider (ISP).

While talking with your ISP, ask them to:

  • Make sure your device is able to connect to these Netflix addresses:

    • secure.netflix.com

    • appboot.netflix.com

    • uiboot.netflix.com

    • fast.com

  • Check for DNS issues on your modem or router, your device, or with their DNS servers.

  • Try using a different DNS server to check if it fixes the problem.

Before you finish talking with your ISP, we recommend trying Netflix again to make sure the problem is fixed.

Streaming media player

Restore your default connection settings

If you've changed the connection settings on your device, you'll need to change them back to default.

These settings could include:

  • Custom modem settings.

  • Virtual Private Network (VPN) or proxy service settings.

  • Custom DNS settings.

If you need help changing these settings, contact the device manufacturer.

Once you've reset these settings, try Netflix again.

Restart your home network

  1. Turn off or unplug your streaming media player.
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  2. Unplug your modem (and your wireless router, if it's a separate device) from power for 30 seconds.
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  3. Plug in your modem and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on. If your router is separate from your modem, plug it in and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on.
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  4. Turn your streaming media player back on and try Netflix again.
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Contact your internet service provider

This issue can happen when there's a problem with the domain name system (DNS) server your device connects to. For help fixing a DNS issue, you'll need to contact your internet service provider (ISP).

While talking with your ISP, ask them to:

  • Make sure your device is able to connect to these Netflix addresses:

    • secure.netflix.com

    • appboot.netflix.com

    • uiboot.netflix.com

    • fast.com

  • Check for DNS issues on your modem or router, your device, or with their DNS servers.

  • Try using a different DNS server to check if it fixes the problem.

Before you finish talking with your ISP, we recommend trying Netflix again to make sure the problem is fixed.

Roku

Restore your default connection settings

If you've changed the connection settings on your device, you'll need to change them back to default.

These settings could include:

  • Custom modem settings.

  • Virtual Private Network (VPN) or proxy service settings.

  • Custom DNS settings.

If you need help changing these settings, contact the device manufacturer.

Once you've reset these settings, try Netflix again.

Restart your home network

  1. Unplug your device from power.

  2. Unplug your modem and router from power.

  3. Wait 30 seconds.

  4. Plug in your modem.

  5. Wait 1 minute.

  6. Plug in your router.

  7. Wait 1 minute.

  8. Plug in your device.

  9. Try Netflix again.

Some modems and routers might take longer to reconnect.

Contact your internet service provider

This issue can happen when there's a problem with the domain name system (DNS) server your device connects to. For help fixing a DNS issue, you'll need to contact your internet service provider (ISP).

While talking with your ISP, ask them to:

  • Make sure your device is able to connect to these Netflix addresses:

    • secure.netflix.com

    • appboot.netflix.com

    • uiboot.netflix.com

    • fast.com

  • Check for DNS issues on your modem or router, your device, or with their DNS servers.

  • Try using a different DNS server to check if it fixes the problem.

Before you finish talking with your ISP, we recommend trying Netflix again to make sure the problem is fixed.

PlayStation 3

Check your PlayStation's DNS settings

  1. On the home screen, select Settings.

  2. Choose Network Settings > Internet Connection Settings > OK.

  3. Choose Custom.

  4. Choose the connection type you use:

    • For Wireless, choose these options:

      • Under the WLAN section, choose Enter Manually.

      • Choose IP Address Setting.

    • For Wired Connection, choose Auto-Detect for Operation mode.

  5. As you go through the next settings, choose these options:

    • IP Address Setting > Automatic

    • DHCP Host > Do Not Set

    • DNS Setting > Automatic

    • Proxy Server > Do Not Use

    • MTU > Automatic

    • UPnP > Enable

  6. To save your settings, press the X button.

  7. Choose Test Connection.

  8. Try Netflix again.

Restart your device

  1. Unplug your device from power.

  2. Press the power button on the device once and wait 1 minute, or leave it unplugged for 3 minutes instead.

  3. Plug your device back in.

  4. Turn your device on and try Netflix again.

Restart your home network

  1. Turn off or unplug your video game console.
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  2. Unplug your modem (and your wireless router, if it's a separate device) from power for 30 seconds.
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  3. Plug in your modem and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on. If your router is separate from your modem, plug it in and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on.
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  4. Turn your game console back on and try Netflix again.
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Contact your internet service provider

This issue can happen when there's a problem with the domain name system (DNS) server your device connects to. For help fixing a DNS issue, you'll need to contact your internet service provider (ISP).

While talking with your ISP, ask them to:

  • Make sure your device is able to connect to these Netflix addresses:

    • secure.netflix.com

    • appboot.netflix.com

    • uiboot.netflix.com

    • fast.com

  • Check for DNS issues on your modem or router, your device, or with their DNS servers.

  • Try using a different DNS server to check if it fixes the problem.

Before you finish talking with your ISP, we recommend trying Netflix again to make sure the problem is fixed.

PlayStation 4

Check your PlayStation's DNS settings

  1. Go to the main menu, then select Settings.

  2. Select Network > Set Up Internet Connection.

  3. Choose the connection type you use:

    • For Use Wi-Fi choose Custom, then choose your Wi-Fi network.

    • For Use a LAN Cable choose Custom > Operation mode.

  4. As you go through the next settings, choose these options:

    • IP Address Settings > Automatic

    • DHCP Host > Don't Specify

    • DNS Settings > Automatic

    • Proxy Server > Don't Use

    • MTU Settings > Automatic

  5. Choose Test Connection.

  6. Try Netflix again.

Restart your device

  1. Unplug your device from power.

  2. Press the power button on the device once and wait 1 minute, or leave it unplugged for 3 minutes instead.

  3. Plug your device back in.

  4. Turn your device on and try Netflix again.

Restart your home network

  1. Turn off or unplug your video game console.
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  2. Unplug your modem (and your wireless router, if it's a separate device) from power for 30 seconds.
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  3. Plug in your modem and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on. If your router is separate from your modem, plug it in and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on.
    Netflix Error NW-3-6 (15)

  4. Turn your game console back on and try Netflix again.
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Contact your internet service provider

This issue can happen when there's a problem with the domain name system (DNS) server your device connects to. For help fixing a DNS issue, you'll need to contact your internet service provider (ISP).

While talking with your ISP, ask them to:

  • Make sure your device is able to connect to these Netflix addresses:

    • secure.netflix.com

    • appboot.netflix.com

    • uiboot.netflix.com

    • fast.com

  • Check for DNS issues on your modem or router, your device, or with their DNS servers.

  • Try using a different DNS server to check if it fixes the problem.

Before you finish talking with your ISP, we recommend trying Netflix again to make sure the problem is fixed.

PlayStation 5

Verify your DNS settings

  1. From the Home screen go to Settings Netflix Error NW-3-6 (17).

  2. Select Network > Settings > Set Up Internet Connection.

  3. Choose the connection type you use:

    • For wireless, choose your Wi-Fi network name > Advanced Settings

    • For wired, choose Wired LAN > Advanced Settings.

  4. As you go through the next settings, choose these options:

    • IP Address Settings > Automatic

    • DHCP Host > Don't Specify

    • DNS Settings > Automatic

    • Proxy Server > Don't Use

    • MTU Settings > Automatic

  5. Select OK to test your connection.

  6. Try Netflix again.

Restart your device

  1. Unplug your device from power.

  2. Press the power button on the device once and wait 1 minute, or leave it unplugged for 3 minutes instead.

  3. Plug your device back in.

  4. Turn your device on and try Netflix again.

Restart your home network

  1. Turn off your device, then unplug your modem and router from power.

  2. After 30 seconds, plug in your modem and router.

  3. Wait 1 minute, then turn on your device.

  4. Try Netflix again.

Note:

Some devices, modems, and routers might take longer to reconnect to the Internet.

Contact your internet service provider

This issue can happen when there's a problem with the domain name system (DNS) server your device connects to. For help fixing a DNS issue, you'll need to contact your internet service provider (ISP).

While talking with your ISP, ask them to:

  • Make sure your device is able to connect to these Netflix addresses:

    • secure.netflix.com

    • appboot.netflix.com

    • uiboot.netflix.com

    • fast.com

  • Check for DNS issues on your modem or router, your device, or with their DNS servers.

  • Try using a different DNS server to check if it fixes the problem.

Before you finish talking with your ISP, we recommend trying Netflix again to make sure the problem is fixed.

Xbox 360

Check your Xbox's DNS settings

  1. Press the Guide button on your controller.

  2. Go to Settings and choose System Settings.

  3. Choose Network Settings.

  4. Choose your network then choose Configure Network.

  5. Choose DNS Settings and choose Automatic.

  6. Turn your Xbox off and back on.

  7. Try Netflix again.

Restart your home network

  1. Turn off or unplug your video game console.
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  2. Unplug your modem (and your wireless router, if it's a separate device) from power for 30 seconds.
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  3. Plug in your modem and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on. If your router is separate from your modem, plug it in and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on.
    Netflix Error NW-3-6 (20)

  4. Turn your game console back on and try Netflix again.
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Contact your internet service provider

This issue can happen when there's a problem with the domain name system (DNS) server your device connects to. For help fixing a DNS issue, you'll need to contact your internet service provider (ISP).

While talking with your ISP, ask them to:

  • Make sure your device is able to connect to these Netflix addresses:

    • secure.netflix.com

    • appboot.netflix.com

    • uiboot.netflix.com

    • fast.com

  • Check for DNS issues on your modem or router, your device, or with their DNS servers.

  • Try using a different DNS server to check if it fixes the problem.

Before you finish talking with your ISP, we recommend trying Netflix again to make sure the problem is fixed.

Xbox One

Check your Xbox's DNS settings

  1. Press the Xbox button to open the Guide.

  2. In the Profile & system menu, select Settings.

  3. Select General > Network Settings > Advanced Settings > DNS Settings.

  4. Select Automatic.

  5. Try Netflix again.

Restart your home network

  1. Turn off or unplug your video game console.
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  2. Unplug your modem (and your wireless router, if it's a separate device) from power for 30 seconds.
    Netflix Error NW-3-6 (23)

  3. Plug in your modem and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on. If your router is separate from your modem, plug it in and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on.
    Netflix Error NW-3-6 (24)

  4. Turn your game console back on and try Netflix again.
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Contact your internet service provider

This issue can happen when there's a problem with the domain name system (DNS) server your device connects to. For help fixing a DNS issue, you'll need to contact your internet service provider (ISP).

While talking with your ISP, ask them to:

  • Make sure your device is able to connect to these Netflix addresses:

    • secure.netflix.com

    • appboot.netflix.com

    • uiboot.netflix.com

    • fast.com

  • Check for DNS issues on your modem or router, your device, or with their DNS servers.

  • Try using a different DNS server to check if it fixes the problem.

Before you finish talking with your ISP, we recommend trying Netflix again to make sure the problem is fixed.

Xbox Series X/S

Check your Xbox's DNS settings

  1. Press the Xbox button to open the Guide.

  2. In the Profile & system menu, select Settings.

  3. Select General > Network Settings > Advanced Settings > DNS Settings.

  4. Select Automatic.

  5. Try Netflix again.

Restart your home network

  1. Turn off your device, then unplug your modem and router from power.

  2. After 30 seconds, plug in your modem and router.

  3. Wait 1 minute, then turn on your device.

  4. Try Netflix again.

Note:

Some devices, modems, and routers might take longer to reconnect to the Internet.

Blu-ray player

Restore your default connection settings

If you've changed the connection settings on your device, you'll need to change them back to default.

These settings could include:

  • Custom modem settings.

  • Virtual Private Network (VPN) or proxy service settings.

  • Custom DNS settings.

If you need help changing these settings, contact the device manufacturer.

Once you've reset these settings, try Netflix again.

Restart your home network

  1. Turn off or unplug your Blu-ray player.
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  2. Unplug your modem (and your wireless router, if it's a separate device) from power for 30 seconds.
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  3. Plug in your modem and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on. If your router is separate from your modem, plug it in and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on.
    Netflix Error NW-3-6 (28)

  4. Turn your Blu-ray player back on and try Netflix again.
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Contact your internet service provider

This issue can happen when there's a problem with the domain name system (DNS) server your device connects to. For help fixing a DNS issue, you'll need to contact your internet service provider (ISP).

While talking with your ISP, ask them to:

  • Make sure your device is able to connect to these Netflix addresses:

    • secure.netflix.com

    • appboot.netflix.com

    • uiboot.netflix.com

    • fast.com

  • Check for DNS issues on your modem or router, your device, or with their DNS servers.

  • Try using a different DNS server to check if it fixes the problem.

Before you finish talking with your ISP, we recommend trying Netflix again to make sure the problem is fixed.

All other devices

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