How to Remove Recently Watched on Netflix [All Devices]

Part 1. Why Remove Recently Watched on Netflix?

You may have different reasons for clearing your watch history, so the purpose of listing the potential reasons below is to illustrate what common scenarios you will encounter if you keep these histories and the benefits of why we should clear them.

1. Privacy Protection
When sharing a Netflix account with family or roommates, you might not want the "Continue Watching" section popping up on your homepage for everyone to see it. Maybe you've been binge-watching romantic comedies or indulging in guilty pleasure shows you'd rather keep to yourself. Clearing your watch history is a simple way to protect your viewing privacy.

2. Better Content Recommendations
Netflix's algorithm learns from your watching habits to suggest similar content. If you've let your kids watch cartoons on your profile or friends have used your account, your recommendations might become mixed up. Removing these watched titles can help reset your suggestions to better match your interests.

3. Cleaner Interface
The "Continue Watching" row can get cluttered with shows you started but don't plan to finish. Perhaps you clicked on a show by accident or watched one episode and decided it wasn't for you. Clearing these titles helps keep your Netflix homepage organized and easier to navigate.

Part 2. Can You Remove Recently Watched on Netflix?

Yes, Netflix allows you to clear titles from your viewing history. However, the process is not as straightforward as pressing a single button to erase your entire history. You'll need to go through your Viewing activity and manually delete each title.

But, it is important to clarify that Netflix may still retain this data for algorithmic purposes. This is why we refer to it as "removing" rather than completely "deleting" your watch history. If you're looking for a way to watch Netflix without leaving any history at all, we'll share a solution in Part 4.

Part 3. How to Remove Recently Watched on Netflix on All Devices

To remove your recently watched movies and TV series on Netflix, it's important to note that you cannot directly clear (or hide) your viewing history through the Netflix app on iOS, Android, Smart TV, or Amazon Fire Stick. Instead, you must go to the web browser on a computer or mobile device to access the removal feature. Here's how to do it step-by-step:

On Desktop (Web Browser)

1. Open your web browser and go to Netflix.com. Sign in to your account.
2. Click on your profile icon in the top-right corner, then select Account from the dropdown menu.



3. Under MY PROFILE, select Viewing Activity.



4. Browse through your Viewing activity. To remove a specific title, click the hide icon (a circle with a line through it) next to the entry you want to delete. If you want to remove an entire series, confirm by selecting Hide Series?.





5. To hide all entries, scroll to the bottom of the page and click Hide All. This action will take effect within 24 hours.

On Mobile (iOS and Android App)

1. Launch the Netflix app on your mobile device and log into your account.
2. Tap on the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the top-right corner, then select Account.
3. Tap on the Netflix website address showing on the screen.



4. This will redirect you to a mobile browser where you may need to log in again. Once there, tap on Overview, select your profile, and then tap Viewing Activity under the Preferences section.
5. You can tap on the hide icon next to each titles, or you'd tap on the Hide all option at the bottom.

Part 4. How to Watch Netflix Without Leaving a Trace

Although Netflix lets you hide your recently watched history, this feature takes effect within 24 hours, and on top of that, you'll need to manually erase the viewing activities from time to time, which can be a bother for you as well. So wouldn't it be better to avoid leaving a viewing history in the first place? That's where ViWizard Netflix Video Downloader comes in.

ViWizard Netflix Video Downloader allows you to download Netflix content to your device, so you can watch Netflix offline without any history being recorded. This is the perfect solution for people who want a completely private viewing experience or want to enjoy Netflix shows without worrying about recommendations being affected.

Key Features of ViWizard Netflix Video Downloader

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Download Netflix Titles via ViWizard without Leaving a Trace

Step 1Sign in to Your Netflix Account

Open the ViWizard Netflix Video Downloader on your computer and click "Sign in". Once signed in, you'll be able to access the entire selection of Netflix content, which includes movies, TV series, documentaries, anime, and original creations.

Step 2Configure Download Settings

Click the hamburger icon in the upper right corner of the ViWizard interface and choose "Preferences". In the "Download" section, set up the video format as MP4/MKV. Besides, you can also configure the encoding type, video and audio quality, language, and subtitles. After that, click "OK" to apply the changes.

Step 3Start the Download

Use the search bar to look for specific shows or movies by title, keyword, URL, or code. Once you find the desired video, hit the red download icon to pick the episodes you wish to download so there's no need to open the video and it won't leave any trace in Netflix's recent viewing history. When you're ready, click "Download" to begin.

Step 4View and Play Downloaded Netflix Videos

You can check the downloaded content by clicking the folder icon next to the video title on the right side. Now, you can watch the saved Netflix videos privately or share it with your family members or friends without leaving a trace.

Part 5. FAQs about Recently Watched on Netflix

Part 6. Conclusion

You can remove recently watched history on Netflix to protect your privacy and ensure you get better recommendations. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can effectively erase your viewing activity across various devices and take control of what appears in your viewing history. For a more advanced solution, ViWizard Netflix Video Downloader is a game changer, allowing you to watch Netflix without leaving any traces of history behind!