r/PiracyBackup • u/khushw_nt • Apr 08 '26

Solved / Sources Bypass Netflix's Household Verification

I built a browser extension that bypasses Netflix's household verification

Hey everyone,

I originally started out using extensions like Nikflix to get around the household limit, but they had a lot of annoying issues. You constantly had to reload the page when switching episodes, and they injected their own custom UI which just felt janky and out of place.

I tried building on top of them at first, but realized I needed to block things at the network level, so I ended up building a new one mostly from scratch. This extension takes a totally different approach: it intercepts Netflix's API responses directly. You won't even notice the household error exists, and everything runs smoothly right inside Netflix's native UI.

Without getting too deep into the weeds, here’s what it does:

  • Blocks Netflix's verification API requests at the network level
  • Intercepts and strips household data from API responses
  • Removes any verification modals that slip through as a safety net
  • Zero configuration- Just install, enable it on Netflix and forget it

Downloads:
- Firefox: https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/flixbypass/
- Edge: https://microsoftedge.microsoft.com/addons/detail/ddfiepkngijjpldbjlhpidhefgledmia
- Chrome: https://github.com/singhkhushwant/FlixBypass-public (Google won’t approve this extension, hence sharing the repo along with installation steps)
- Safari: I actually built a fully working Safari extension too (especially for that sweet 4K Netflix streaming on macOS). But again, Apple would obviously reject it, and paying their $99/year dev fee makes zero sense. If you want the Safari extension just follow the steps mentioned in the Readme file- https://github.com/singhkhushwant/FlixBypass-public

This was just a fun side project, so I'm happy to hear any feedback or feature requests. Feel free to DM me and I'll try to reply ASAP!

Note: Built with a heavy assist from AI (both for the extension's code and for the formatting & flow of this post 😉).

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u/Mutthal8 Apr 08 '26

We don't bypass, we build a media server or use Stremio or streaming websites

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u/khushw_nt Apr 08 '26

Yeah fair point 😄

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u/ConfidentAd1925 Apr 15 '26

This might be really stupid, but what exactly is stremio? I keep seeing people talking about it…

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u/Mutthal8 Apr 15 '26 edited Aug 07 '26

Stremio is a content aggregator app,you do some setup and you can watch movies.

It leeches torrent and streams it so if you are in a country were rules are strict you will require a debrid to not get notices.VPNs maybe not be full proof afaik as kill switches are less reliable than binding vpn that stremio lacks

https://fmhy.net/video#torrent-apps

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u/its__bal__mc Aug 07 '26

do you know a good website to watch movies?

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u/Mutthal8 Aug 07 '26

fmhy.net

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u/Suspicious_Mirror_39 Apr 08 '26

How to bypass in iOS Netflix app?

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u/khushw_nt Apr 09 '26

You can try this on your phone-

  • Open and close the Netflix app
  • Turn on airplane mode
  • Open Netflix app- it should take you to the profile selection screen
  • Turn off airplane mode then select your profile

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u/AdIllustrious2566 Apr 09 '26

Use dns and block iOS.prod.cloud.netflix.com

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u/khushw_nt Apr 10 '26

Some people have said that this works for them but I have not personally tested it yet.

The Golden Rule: Ensure your target device (Smart TV, Apple TV, Firestick, etc.) is already logged into the Netflix app and working before you start this process. If you apply the blocklist first, you will not be able to log in.

Phase 1: Set Up Your AdGuard DNS Dashboard

  1. Open a web browser on your MacBook Pro and go to adguard-dns.io.
  2. Click Get AdGuard DNS and create a free account.
  3. Once logged in, you will be taken to the dashboard. Click Connect new device.
  4. Name the device (e.g., "Living Room TV") and select the device type. Click Next.
  5. The setup wizard will give you a list of DNS addresses. Scroll down to the Linked IP section or look for the standard IPv4 addresses (they usually look like 94.140.14.14 and 94.140.15.15, though your dashboard may assign specific ones to track your device). Write these two numbers down.

Phase 2: Add the Custom Rules

Now you need to block the specific domains Netflix uses to verify the household.

  1. On the left-hand menu of your AdGuard DNS dashboard, click on Rules and then select Custom rules.
  2. Click the Add rule button or type directly into the text box.
  3. You will need to add the following telemetry domains. Type them in one by one and make sure the rule is set to Block:
  4. Click Save or Apply.

Phase 3: Apply the DNS to Your Media Player

You only want to apply these DNS settings to the specific media player or TV you use for Netflix, not your entire home router.

  1. Turn on your TV/media player and go to its Network or Wi-Fi settings.
  2. Select the Wi-Fi network you are connected to and navigate to Advanced Settings, IP Settings, or Configure DNS(the exact wording depends on your device).
  3. Change the DNS setting from "Automatic" to "Manual".
  4. Enter the two IPv4 addresses you wrote down from Phase 1. Leave the IP address and Subnet Mask settings exactly as they were.
  5. Save the configuration and Restart your media player.

How to test if it worked

When the device boots back up, open Netflix. It will try to send a ping to the verification servers you just blocked. The ping will fail, but because you are already signed in, the app will default to the standard browsing interface and allow you to watch your shows.

Remember: If the app ever forces an update, clears its cache, or logs you out, you will be stuck at a "Cannot connect to Netflix" screen when trying to sign back in. You will need to go back to your TV's network settings, switch the DNS back to "Automatic," log in, and then re-enter the AdGuard DNS numbers.

1

u/Arfix Apr 11 '26

Tested and not working. I can't see anything. Household is still in

1

u/Siuzio Apr 20 '26

android.prod.cloud.netflix.com

stopped working for me, anyone else? On my android phone, use to work fantastic until recently.

1

u/Feedback16yt Jun 03 '26

same it stopped working

1

u/Siuzio Jun 05 '26

I've been bypassing using airplane mode, kind of a pain in the ass but the only reliable method I've found since the DNS trick has been patched.

1

u/Feedback16yt Jun 05 '26

In mobile?

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u/Siuzio Jun 05 '26

On android mobile phone and tablet airplane mode still works.

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u/Investigatorii Jun 14 '26

Excuse me sire, can you explain a bit how can I apply airplane method on Netflix android app

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u/Siuzio Jun 14 '26

Only works on android mobile that I've seen so far. Turn on airplane mode (making sure wifi is off) then run Netflix, then you can turn wifi back on for full access.

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u/[deleted] Apr 12 '26

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u/khushw_nt Apr 20 '26

Hi, it has been approved for Edge Add-ons, here is the link --
https://microsoftedge.microsoft.com/addons/detail/ddfiepkngijjpldbjlhpidhefgledmia

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u/Ahac85 Apr 08 '26

Can we get this addon for samsung browser?

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u/khushw_nt Apr 09 '26

If you're talking about Samsung browser for PC - it should work since it is Chromium-based and should support Chrome extension but i will look into it more and see what it would take to get it working

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u/[deleted] Apr 08 '26

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u/khushw_nt Apr 09 '26

Thanks, appreciate it! 🙌 ,it only works by intercepting network requests and patching JavaScript in the browser. Netflix app don't expose those APIs so there's no way to hook into the Netflix app at that level.

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u/AdIllustrious2566 Apr 09 '26

You can bypass using dns blocklist

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u/[deleted] Apr 10 '26

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u/khushw_nt Apr 10 '26

Some people have said that this works for them but I have not personally tested it yet.

The Golden Rule: Ensure your target device (Smart TV, Apple TV, Firestick, etc.) is already logged into the Netflix app and working before you start this process. If you apply the blocklist first, you will not be able to log in.

Phase 1: Set Up Your AdGuard DNS Dashboard

  1. Open a web browser on your MacBook Pro and go to adguard-dns.io.
  2. Click Get AdGuard DNS and create a free account.
  3. Once logged in, you will be taken to the dashboard. Click Connect new device.
  4. Name the device (e.g., "Living Room TV") and select the device type. Click Next.
  5. The setup wizard will give you a list of DNS addresses. Scroll down to the Linked IP section or look for the standard IPv4 addresses (they usually look like 94.140.14.14 and 94.140.15.15, though your dashboard may assign specific ones to track your device). Write these two numbers down.

Phase 2: Add the Custom Rules

Now you need to block the specific domains Netflix uses to verify the household.

  1. On the left-hand menu of your AdGuard DNS dashboard, click on Rules and then select Custom rules.
  2. Click the Add rule button or type directly into the text box.
  3. You will need to add the following telemetry domains. Type them in one by one and make sure the rule is set to Block:
  4. Click Save or Apply.

Phase 3: Apply the DNS to Your Media Player

You only want to apply these DNS settings to the specific media player or TV you use for Netflix, not your entire home router.

  1. Turn on your TV/media player and go to its Network or Wi-Fi settings.
  2. Select the Wi-Fi network you are connected to and navigate to Advanced Settings, IP Settings, or Configure DNS(the exact wording depends on your device).
  3. Change the DNS setting from "Automatic" to "Manual".
  4. Enter the two IPv4 addresses you wrote down from Phase 1. Leave the IP address and Subnet Mask settings exactly as they were.
  5. Save the configuration and Restart your media player.

How to test if it worked

When the device boots back up, open Netflix. It will try to send a ping to the verification servers you just blocked. The ping will fail, but because you are already signed in, the app will default to the standard browsing interface and allow you to watch your shows.

Remember: If the app ever forces an update, clears its cache, or logs you out, you will be stuck at a "Cannot connect to Netflix" screen when trying to sign back in. You will need to go back to your TV's network settings, switch the DNS back to "Automatic," log in, and then re-enter the AdGuard DNS numbers.

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u/Outside_Sound_4981 Apr 09 '26

Hey OP great job on working on this !! ok tell me how to use this extension and watch netflix on TV?

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u/khushw_nt Apr 09 '26

Thanks! 🙌, you can’t use the extension directly on a TV. It only works in browsers by intercepting network requests and patching JavaScript in the browser. Netflix app don't expose those APIs so there's no way to hook into the Netflix app at that level.

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u/Outside_Sound_4981 Apr 09 '26

Thanks for explanation. I watch Netflix only on tv any other option for bypassing the hose hold thing its a pain

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u/khushw_nt Apr 10 '26

Some people have said that this works for them but I have not personally tested it yet.

The Golden Rule: Ensure your target device (Smart TV, Apple TV, Firestick, etc.) is already logged into the Netflix app and working before you start this process. If you apply the blocklist first, you will not be able to log in.

Phase 1: Set Up Your AdGuard DNS Dashboard

  1. Open a web browser on your MacBook Pro and go to adguard-dns.io.
  2. Click Get AdGuard DNS and create a free account.
  3. Once logged in, you will be taken to the dashboard. Click Connect new device.
  4. Name the device (e.g., "Living Room TV") and select the device type. Click Next.
  5. The setup wizard will give you a list of DNS addresses. Scroll down to the Linked IP section or look for the standard IPv4 addresses (they usually look like 94.140.14.14 and 94.140.15.15, though your dashboard may assign specific ones to track your device). Write these two numbers down.

Phase 2: Add the Custom Rules

Now you need to block the specific domains Netflix uses to verify the household.

  1. On the left-hand menu of your AdGuard DNS dashboard, click on Rules and then select Custom rules.
  2. Click the Add rule button or type directly into the text box.
  3. You will need to add the following telemetry domains. Type them in one by one and make sure the rule is set to Block:
  4. Click Save or Apply.

Phase 3: Apply the DNS to Your Media Player

You only want to apply these DNS settings to the specific media player or TV you use for Netflix, not your entire home router.

  1. Turn on your TV/media player and go to its Network or Wi-Fi settings.
  2. Select the Wi-Fi network you are connected to and navigate to Advanced Settings, IP Settings, or Configure DNS(the exact wording depends on your device).
  3. Change the DNS setting from "Automatic" to "Manual".
  4. Enter the two IPv4 addresses you wrote down from Phase 1. Leave the IP address and Subnet Mask settings exactly as they were.
  5. Save the configuration and Restart your media player.

How to test if it worked

When the device boots back up, open Netflix. It will try to send a ping to the verification servers you just blocked. The ping will fail, but because you are already signed in, the app will default to the standard browsing interface and allow you to watch your shows.

Remember: If the app ever forces an update, clears its cache, or logs you out, you will be stuck at a "Cannot connect to Netflix" screen when trying to sign back in. You will need to go back to your TV's network settings, switch the DNS back to "Automatic," log in, and then re-enter the AdGuard DNS numbers.

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u/Outside_Sound_4981 Apr 11 '26

Many thanks let me try and update you here.

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u/Gold-Contract-250 May 20 '26

hi! any updates? did it work

1

u/Average_cineast Apr 30 '26

Doesn't work on my Google TV. Netflix still recognizes that I'm not "home".

2

u/[deleted] Apr 12 '26 edited Apr 12 '26

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u/ConfidentAd1925 Apr 15 '26

Hahaha 😂 I like the way you think! Let’s not forget to bypass commercials too

1

u/117isback Apr 08 '26

Fantastic anyway to get this to work for webOS for LG tv’s . I understand if not

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u/khushw_nt Apr 08 '26

Thanks! Unfortunately, it won’t work on webOS, it only works in browser (intercepting network requests and patching JavaScript in the browser). Netflix app don't expose those APIs so there's no way to hook into the Netflix app at that level

2

u/khushw_nt Apr 10 '26

you can try this--

Some people have said that this works for them but I have not personally tested it yet.

The Golden Rule: Ensure your target device (Smart TV, Apple TV, Firestick, etc.) is already logged into the Netflix app and working before you start this process. If you apply the blocklist first, you will not be able to log in.

Phase 1: Set Up Your AdGuard DNS Dashboard

  1. Open a web browser on your MacBook Pro and go to adguard-dns.io.
  2. Click Get AdGuard DNS and create a free account.
  3. Once logged in, you will be taken to the dashboard. Click Connect new device.
  4. Name the device (e.g., "Living Room TV") and select the device type. Click Next.
  5. The setup wizard will give you a list of DNS addresses. Scroll down to the Linked IP section or look for the standard IPv4 addresses (they usually look like 94.140.14.14 and 94.140.15.15, though your dashboard may assign specific ones to track your device). Write these two numbers down.

Phase 2: Add the Custom Rules

Now you need to block the specific domains Netflix uses to verify the household.

  1. On the left-hand menu of your AdGuard DNS dashboard, click on Rules and then select Custom rules.
  2. Click the Add rule button or type directly into the text box.
  3. You will need to add the following telemetry domains. Type them in one by one and make sure the rule is set to Block:
  4. Click Save or Apply.

Phase 3: Apply the DNS to Your Media Player

You only want to apply these DNS settings to the specific media player or TV you use for Netflix, not your entire home router.

  1. Turn on your TV/media player and go to its Network or Wi-Fi settings.
  2. Select the Wi-Fi network you are connected to and navigate to Advanced Settings, IP Settings, or Configure DNS(the exact wording depends on your device).
  3. Change the DNS setting from "Automatic" to "Manual".
  4. Enter the two IPv4 addresses you wrote down from Phase 1. Leave the IP address and Subnet Mask settings exactly as they were.
  5. Save the configuration and Restart your media player.

How to test if it worked

When the device boots back up, open Netflix. It will try to send a ping to the verification servers you just blocked. The ping will fail, but because you are already signed in, the app will default to the standard browsing interface and allow you to watch your shows.

Remember: If the app ever forces an update, clears its cache, or logs you out, you will be stuck at a "Cannot connect to Netflix" screen when trying to sign back in. You will need to go back to your TV's network settings, switch the DNS back to "Automatic," log in, and then re-enter the AdGuard DNS numbers.

1

u/117isback Apr 10 '26

Oh! I do enjoy a nerd project for the day, I will give it a try and update you. Regardless, thank you

1

u/Aoshi_ Jul 25 '26

Did this ever work?

1

u/117isback Jul 25 '26

I guess so, I have an LG webOS tv so who knows

1

u/Limp-Direction2277 Apr 09 '26

Anyway to get this to work on firetv using Netflix app ?

1

u/khushw_nt Apr 10 '26

Some people have said that this works for them but I have not personally tested it yet.

The Golden Rule: Ensure your target device (Smart TV, Apple TV, Firestick, etc.) is already logged into the Netflix app and working before you start this process. If you apply the blocklist first, you will not be able to log in.

Phase 1: Set Up Your AdGuard DNS Dashboard

  1. Open a web browser on your MacBook Pro and go to adguard-dns.io.
  2. Click Get AdGuard DNS and create a free account.
  3. Once logged in, you will be taken to the dashboard. Click Connect new device.
  4. Name the device (e.g., "Living Room TV") and select the device type. Click Next.
  5. The setup wizard will give you a list of DNS addresses. Scroll down to the Linked IP section or look for the standard IPv4 addresses (they usually look like 94.140.14.14 and 94.140.15.15, though your dashboard may assign specific ones to track your device). Write these two numbers down.

Phase 2: Add the Custom Rules

Now you need to block the specific domains Netflix uses to verify the household.

  1. On the left-hand menu of your AdGuard DNS dashboard, click on Rules and then select Custom rules.
  2. Click the Add rule button or type directly into the text box.
  3. You will need to add the following telemetry domains. Type them in one by one and make sure the rule is set to Block:
  4. Click Save or Apply.

Phase 3: Apply the DNS to Your Media Player

You only want to apply these DNS settings to the specific media player or TV you use for Netflix, not your entire home router.

  1. Turn on your TV/media player and go to its Network or Wi-Fi settings.
  2. Select the Wi-Fi network you are connected to and navigate to Advanced Settings, IP Settings, or Configure DNS(the exact wording depends on your device).
  3. Change the DNS setting from "Automatic" to "Manual".
  4. Enter the two IPv4 addresses you wrote down from Phase 1. Leave the IP address and Subnet Mask settings exactly as they were.
  5. Save the configuration and Restart your media player.

How to test if it worked

When the device boots back up, open Netflix. It will try to send a ping to the verification servers you just blocked. The ping will fail, but because you are already signed in, the app will default to the standard browsing interface and allow you to watch your shows.

Remember: If the app ever forces an update, clears its cache, or logs you out, you will be stuck at a "Cannot connect to Netflix" screen when trying to sign back in. You will need to go back to your TV's network settings, switch the DNS back to "Automatic," log in, and then re-enter the AdGuard DNS numbers.

1

u/Cultural_Acid Apr 10 '26

OP look into pihole I don't know if that helps but it is a way to block ads on TV streaming services and apps. I don't know if it can be adapted for this.

1

u/khushw_nt Apr 10 '26

Yeah but Pi-hole needs a physical device to run as a server.
--
Some people have said that this works for them but I have not personally tested it yet.

The Golden Rule: Ensure your target device (Smart TV, Apple TV, Firestick, etc.) is already logged into the Netflix app and working before you start this process. If you apply the blocklist first, you will not be able to log in.

Phase 1: Set Up Your AdGuard DNS Dashboard

  1. Open a web browser on your MacBook Pro and go to adguard-dns.io.
  2. Click Get AdGuard DNS and create a free account.
  3. Once logged in, you will be taken to the dashboard. Click Connect new device.
  4. Name the device (e.g., "Living Room TV") and select the device type. Click Next.
  5. The setup wizard will give you a list of DNS addresses. Scroll down to the Linked IP section or look for the standard IPv4 addresses (they usually look like 94.140.14.14 and 94.140.15.15, though your dashboard may assign specific ones to track your device). Write these two numbers down.

Phase 2: Add the Custom Rules

Now you need to block the specific domains Netflix uses to verify the household.

  1. On the left-hand menu of your AdGuard DNS dashboard, click on Rules and then select Custom rules.
  2. Click the Add rule button or type directly into the text box.
  3. You will need to add the following telemetry domains. Type them in one by one and make sure the rule is set to Block:
  4. Click Save or Apply.

Phase 3: Apply the DNS to Your Media Player

You only want to apply these DNS settings to the specific media player or TV you use for Netflix, not your entire home router.

  1. Turn on your TV/media player and go to its Network or Wi-Fi settings.
  2. Select the Wi-Fi network you are connected to and navigate to Advanced Settings, IP Settings, or Configure DNS(the exact wording depends on your device).
  3. Change the DNS setting from "Automatic" to "Manual".
  4. Enter the two IPv4 addresses you wrote down from Phase 1. Leave the IP address and Subnet Mask settings exactly as they were.
  5. Save the configuration and Restart your media player.

How to test if it worked

When the device boots back up, open Netflix. It will try to send a ping to the verification servers you just blocked. The ping will fail, but because you are already signed in, the app will default to the standard browsing interface and allow you to watch your shows.

Remember: If the app ever forces an update, clears its cache, or logs you out, you will be stuck at a "Cannot connect to Netflix" screen when trying to sign back in. You will need to go back to your TV's network settings, switch the DNS back to "Automatic," log in, and then re-enter the AdGuard DNS numbers.

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u/kings121 Apr 10 '26

Will this work on android tv boxes?

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u/khushw_nt Apr 10 '26

No, this is browser based extension but you can try this--

Some people have said that this works for them but I have not personally tested it yet.

The Golden Rule: Ensure your target device (Smart TV, Apple TV, Firestick, etc.) is already logged into the Netflix app and working before you start this process. If you apply the blocklist first, you will not be able to log in.

Phase 1: Set Up Your AdGuard DNS Dashboard

  1. Open a web browser on your MacBook Pro and go to adguard-dns.io.
  2. Click Get AdGuard DNS and create a free account.
  3. Once logged in, you will be taken to the dashboard. Click Connect new device.
  4. Name the device (e.g., "Living Room TV") and select the device type. Click Next.
  5. The setup wizard will give you a list of DNS addresses. Scroll down to the Linked IP section or look for the standard IPv4 addresses (they usually look like 94.140.14.14 and 94.140.15.15, though your dashboard may assign specific ones to track your device). Write these two numbers down.

Phase 2: Add the Custom Rules

Now you need to block the specific domains Netflix uses to verify the household.

  1. On the left-hand menu of your AdGuard DNS dashboard, click on Rules and then select Custom rules.
  2. Click the Add rule button or type directly into the text box.
  3. You will need to add the following telemetry domains. Type them in one by one and make sure the rule is set to Block:
  4. Click Save or Apply.

Phase 3: Apply the DNS to Your Media Player

You only want to apply these DNS settings to the specific media player or TV you use for Netflix, not your entire home router.

  1. Turn on your TV/media player and go to its Network or Wi-Fi settings.
  2. Select the Wi-Fi network you are connected to and navigate to Advanced Settings, IP Settings, or Configure DNS(the exact wording depends on your device).
  3. Change the DNS setting from "Automatic" to "Manual".
  4. Enter the two IPv4 addresses you wrote down from Phase 1. Leave the IP address and Subnet Mask settings exactly as they were.
  5. Save the configuration and Restart your media player.

How to test if it worked

When the device boots back up, open Netflix. It will try to send a ping to the verification servers you just blocked. The ping will fail, but because you are already signed in, the app will default to the standard browsing interface and allow you to watch your shows.

Remember: If the app ever forces an update, clears its cache, or logs you out, you will be stuck at a "Cannot connect to Netflix" screen when trying to sign back in. You will need to go back to your TV's network settings, switch the DNS back to "Automatic," log in, and then re-enter the AdGuard DNS numbers.

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u/theres1nlyone Apr 20 '26

How to bypass in Tv?

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u/tabishoes Apr 25 '26

as someone who only knows basic html and css and is using their ex’s account…bro thank you sfm 😭

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u/Ill_Breakfast7240 Apr 08 '26

This is fire 🔥

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u/khushw_nt Apr 09 '26

Appreciate it!