Getting interrupted when watching your best show is very disappointing. Unfortunately, when watching your favorite shows on Netflix, some errors may occur due to various issues, and we are here to look at them. First, we will focus on the common Netflix error codes and how to fix them in 2022.
The Netflix app or website speeds up requests you make on the web and filter them down to content in their servers. Therefore, when dealing with a proxy error on Netflix, common ways to fix them may solve the issue almost instantly, whereas some issues may prolong.
The error codes may be characterized according to where they are most common. For example, some occur on android devices only, while some on apple devices. In addition, some errors may arise from using Netflix on phones and require a shift to a computer or laptop. However, the most common is due to unstable or slow internet connectivity or lack of updates on the app or browsers being used.
The common Netflix errors codes that may interfere with your streaming and the possible ways to fix them are down in this article.
Netflix Error Code UI-113
Error Code UI-113 is a common error when your Netflix app needs to be updated different from Netflix Error Code UI-122 which is caused by gadget malfunction. The information Netflix has on your device needs to be refreshed. It is shown by a message, “We’re having a problem starting Netflix.” However, sometimes it may be a problem for Netflix, and it is advisable to access it from their website and verify that it is functioning before trying to fix it.
If Netflix from the website responds well, all you need to do is refresh the information (data) on your device on Netflix and then try to watch your show again. Restarting your device and signing out then into Netflix will help update the data missing. However, it is still advisable to restart your home network and improve it.
Netflix Error Code H7361-1253-80070006
In other cases, your browser may be out of date and thus affect applications trying to access information from the internet. For example, Netflix is affected by the functioning of an outdated browser to result in Netflix error code H7361-1253-80070006.
It is normally shown by the words, “Oops, something went wrong. An unexpected error has occurred. Please reload the page and try again.” To fix this problem, one should add Netflix to trusted sites in the browser through the security settings.
To do this, select the settings icon in the browser and then internet options. Here, select the security tab and choose trusted sites, after which you should uncheck the “Require server verification” setting. Then, after deleting anything related to Netflix in the sites, add Netflix.com to the zone field.
Netflix Error Code NW 2-5
Netflix errors might arise from the tiniest issues, and we do not have to be worried. The Netflix error code NW 2-5 is identified by saying, “Netflix has encountered an error. Retrying in X seconds.” This might be a common issue and might resolve before you act.
It is a result of a drop in internet connectivity and this is the resulting error code. To fix the error, one should check their network connection and improve it by either switching to Ethernet, rebooting the router or restarting the internet system.
Netflix Error Code M7111-1331-2206
If you access your Netflix account through your browser, you probably have it bookmarked on your browser to access it easily. This error is specific to using markers or bookmarks to access Netflix. Bookmarks or markers often store outdated data, and any update on Netflix is not catered for. The information stored on the browser through the bookmark needs refreshing or updating.
To fix this error, it is advisable to; clear your browser data, not access Netflix via a bookmark, regularly update the bookmarks and switch the Netflix app. This way, you can access Netflix shows without any interruptions.
Netflix Error Code -158
On some occasions, we may wish to download content from Netflix to watch later. Not all devices can download content from Netflix. If you experience Netflix error code 158, it shows that the download feature from Netflix is not supported on the device you are using. It is shown by “Download Feature Not Supported.”
The only way to solve this issue is to use a different device to download the show or movie. The recommended devices are computers or laptops in most cases. Some phones or tablets may support this feature. For iOS, version 9.0 or later is recommended and Android 4.4.2 or later for android phones or tablets.
Netflix Error Code F7111-5059
Through geo-restrictions, Netflix restricts content to selected countries or limits content to some regions. However, people from restricted regions use VPNs to bridge the wall and access content from regions they wish. To stop bridging, Netflix blocks the use of VPNs and thus, their access cracks down.
You may experience this error code if you use a VPN for other reasons, such as security. This may happen even if you are in the right region. To fix this error, you have to disconnect your VPN, then refresh the Netflix page, and you are good to go. However, you can also use VPNs that work with Netflix.
Netflix Error Code UI-800-3
This error is common when using a third-party device like a smart TV, Amazon Fire TV/Stick, game consoles or Roku. The feedback characterizes it, “Netflix has encountered an error. Retrying in X seconds,” followed by the code. The error results from issues with the device’s Netflix app. The stored data is usually corrupted and needs to be reset.
This error is not associated with one device, and thus the general troubleshooting instructions may work differently for the different devices. To fix this error, restart the streaming device, sign out of the Netflix app and clear app data or cache. If this doesn’t work, uninstalling then reinstalling the Netflix app may fix the problem.
This error may also be solved by resetting the device in use or restarting the home network. If none of the troubleshooting options work, the Netflix troubleshooting guide on the Netflix page has solutions for specific devices listed.
Conclusion
Netflix errors are common when streaming, and they can be annoying. They are mainly caused by outdated data, poor connection or restrictions. However, the general troubleshooting guides such as restarting the device in use, clearing cache, improving internet connection or restoring default settings can easily fix the errors.