Surely this has happened to you: After purchasing a new Android TV Box, Dongle or Stick (note the differences), you rushed to the app store, the Google Play Store. Download Netflix app.

But while searching for it, we came across an unpleasant surprise: Netflix not showing up on Google Play that is, we no longer have the opportunity to watch their series and movies. Fortunately, thanks to the freedom that Android provides us, there is a very simple solution to enjoy streaming content.

Netflix not showing up on Play Store

Opting for a streaming device with Android TV means you have an open window to the Play Store, which gives you access to thousands of apps, most of which are essential to getting the most out of your device. However, depending on which one we buy, some apps may not be available on the official store.

Here, a technical detail that we have explained to you in a very simple way comes into play. For applications that display multimedia content, such as broadcast platforms, Google uses a library called Widevine. DRM content (Digital Rights Management).

This prevents piracy; the problem with this is that manufacturers certify your devices this is at different levels of Widevine: L1 is the most advanced version of Widevine (providing higher resolutions up to FullHD or 1080p). However, if you don’t have it, it will not display the Google Play certificate, making it impossible to download and install Netflix from the Play Store.

This is common on Android TV dongles, boxes, and sticks from less reputable brands. Unfortunately, manufacturers often fail to display this specification, which is why it is sold to users. Before purchasing a new device, it is recommended that you do a Google search to make sure it has it. wide vine (L1 if possible).

If you already have one and there’s no way you’re going back, there’s still hope: download Netflix from: external sources It is possible to access the Play Store. Of course, it is advisable to do so from trusted repositories such as APKMirror and this involves a sacrifice: you will not see the content in HD resolution.

Download and Install Netflix on an Android TV Device

Now let’s get to the point: This method works both on devices that do not show Netflix in the Play Store and on devices that do not have the Google app store. We will choose to install Netflix Download APK file From APKMirror. By following this link you will be able to see the downloads of different versions.

Installation is important latest version so everything works properly. To do this, you will need to enable the unknown sources option on our Android TV to allow the installation of external applications. If it is inconvenient to do this from the TV, the easiest thing to do is to download the APK to your mobile phone and send it with applications such as ‘Send files to TV’.

Then all you have to do is use a file manager to access the internal memory and the downloaded APK. With a few taps, Netflix will appear on the home screen of our HDMI device. Log in as usual with your username and password and You will be able to see the entire current catalogue.

Let’s not forget that our Android TV will show different resolutions for Netflix movies and series depending on the Widevine certification it has. Now yes, we will not miss this streaming platform on our TV: we will have to repeat the operation keep the app updated or use APKMirror app which will keep us informed of new updates.

Looking for an alternative to this method? You can use: “Send to TV” function on your mobile phone (the well-known icon that appears on YouTube on Chromecasts and other Android TVs). You can also watch Netflix via the Kodi player. We explain it in this article.

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