Netflix keeps buffering or playing in low quality
Netflix buffering means your internet connection is weak or too slow. Move your TV closer to the WiFi router or use an Ethernet cable. Check your internet speed on speedtest.net — you need at least 5 Mbps for HD.
Netflix needs a steady, strong internet connection. If the connection is weak or shared with other devices, Netflix has to reduce quality or pause to load more data. Moving your TV closer to the router or switching to a wired cable fixes most buffering. Checking your internet speed tells you if it's fast enough.
- ✓Have your TV remote ready
- ✓Know if other people are streaming or downloading right now
- ✓Have an Ethernet cable nearby if you want to try a wired connection
- ✓Know where your WiFi router is located
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Skip, I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Not checking internet speed before blaming Netflix
- Not realizing how much bandwidth other people's downloads steal from your stream
- Assuming a weak WiFi signal doesn't matter — it matters a lot
Signs you need professional help
- You've tried an Ethernet cable, moved the TV closer, checked your internet speed, and stopped other devices, but Netflix still buffers — contact us and we'll check your ISP.
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