How to Get American Netflix in Canada

Last Updated: September 3, 2020

Want to get access to the American Netflix video library in Canada? You don't need to pay anything extra or create a new account; all you need to do is change your device's DNS settings so that Netflix thinks you're connecting from within the US. You'll need to find Netflix's current DNS addresses, which changes regularly.

Method 1

Method 1 of 6:
Windows

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Click the Start menu or button and type. ncpa.cpl. Press ↵ Enter to open the Network Connections window.
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Right-click on your active network connection. Select "Properties".

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Select "Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)" from the list. Click the Properties button.
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Select the "Use the following DNS server addresses" option. This will allow you to input the DNS server of your choice. Entering Netflix's US DNS server will make Netflix think you are connecting from the US.
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Enter in a primary and secondary DNS address. The Netflix DNS servers change regularly, so there's a good chance that the codes listed on this page will be outdated. To find the latest servers, perform a Google search for "US Netflix DNS addresses".
- As of November 24th, 2014, 108.061.173.107 / 108.061.173.108 and 213.005.182.117 / 23.021.182.024 are working DNS primary / secondary combinations.
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Click .OK. You may need to restart your computer for the changes to take effect.
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Log into Netflix. When you open the Netflix page on your new DNS server, you can log in using your Canadian account and get access to the American video library.
- If you aren't able to access Netflix, try a different set of DNS addresses.
- If you continue to have trouble finding working DNS addresses, consider a paid VPN service such as Unblock-US.
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Method 2

Method 2 of 6:
Mac

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Click the Apple menu. Select "System Preferences".
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Select "Network" from the "System Preferences" menu.
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Select your active connection in the left frame. It will usually have a green dot next to it.
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Click the .Advanced button. Select the "DNS" tab.
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Click the "+" button and enter alternate DNS addresses. Entering Netflix's US DNS server will make Netflix think you are connecting from the US. The Netflix DNS servers change regularly, so there's a good chance that the codes listed on this page will be outdated. To find the latest servers, perform a Google search for "US Netflix DNS addresses".
- As of November 24th, 2014, 108.061.173.107 / 108.061.173.108 and 213.005.182.117 / 23.021.182.024 are working DNS primary / secondary combinations.
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Click .OK and then restart your computer.
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Log into Netflix. When you open the Netflix page after changing your DNS settings, you can log in using your Canadian account and get access to the American video library.
- If you aren't able to access Netflix, try a different set of DNS addresses.
- If you continue to have trouble finding working DNS addresses, consider a paid VPN service such as Unblock-US.
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Method 3

Method 3 of 6:
iOS

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Open the Settings app.
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Tap "Wi-Fi" to open your Wi-Fi settings.
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Tap the "ⓘ" icon next to your wireless connection.
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Tap the "DNS" field.
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Delete the existing address.
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Type your new primary and secondary DNS addresses, separated by a comma. Entering Netflix's US DNS server will make Netflix think you are connecting from the US. The Netflix DNS servers change regularly, so there's a good chance that the codes listed on this page will be outdated. To find the latest servers, perform a Google search for "US Netflix DNS addresses".
- As of November 24th, 2014, 108.061.173.107 / 108.061.173.108 and 213.005.182.117 / 23.021.182.024 are working DNS primary / secondary combinations.
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Restart your Wi-Fi. Toggle your wireless connection off and then back on for your new settings to take effect.
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Start the Netflix app. If you haven't logged in before, log in with your Canadian account. You will see the American selection of streaming video.
- If you aren't able to access Netflix, try a different set of DNS addresses.
- If you continue to have trouble finding working DNS addresses, consider a paid VPN service such as Unblock-US.
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Method 4

Method 4 of 6:
Android

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Open the Settings app.
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Tap "Wi-Fi" to open your Wi-Fi settings.
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Press and hold your active connection. Tap "Modify network" from the menu that appears.
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Check the "Show advanced options" box.
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Scroll down and tap the "IP settings" menu. Select "Static" from the list of options.
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Scroll down again and tap "DNS 1". Enter in your new primary DNS address. Tap "DNS 2" and enter your secondary address. Entering Netflix's US DNS server will make Netflix think you are connecting from the US. The Netflix DNS servers change regularly, so there's a good chance that the codes listed on this page will be outdated. To find the latest servers, perform a Google search for "US Netflix DNS addresses".
- As of November 24th, 2014, 108.061.173.107 / 108.061.173.108 and 213.005.182.117 / 23.021.182.024 are working DNS primary / secondary combinations.
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Tap "Save" and then toggle your Wi-Fi connection off and on. THis will apply your new DNS settings.
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Start the Netflix app. If you haven't logged in before, log in with your Canadian account. You will see the American selection of streaming video.
- If you aren't able to access Netflix, try a different set of DNS addresses.
- If you continue to have trouble finding working DNS addresses, consider a paid VPN service such as Unblock-US.
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Method 5

Method 5 of 6:
PS3

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Navigate to the Settings menu on the XMB.
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Scroll down and select "Network Settings".
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Select the "Internet Connection Settings" option. You will be disconnected from the internet when you change settings.
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Select "Custom" whens setting up the network.
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Leave all the settings at their default until you reach "DNS Settings".
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Select "Manual" and then enter in your alternate DNS addresses. Entering Netflix's US DNS server will make Netflix think you are connecting from the US. The Netflix DNS servers change regularly, so there's a good chance that the codes listed on this page will be outdated. To find the latest servers, perform a Google search for "US Netflix DNS addresses".
- As of November 24th, 2014, 108.061.173.107 / 108.061.173.108 and 213.005.182.117 / 23.021.182.024 are working DNS Primary / Secondary combinations.
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Restart your PS3. You will need to restart your system for the DNS changes to take effect.
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Start the Netflix app. If you haven't logged in before, log in with your Canadian account. You will see the American selection of streaming video.
- If you aren't able to access Netflix, try a different set of DNS addresses.
- If you continue to have trouble finding working DNS addresses, consider a paid VPN service such as Unblock-US.
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Method 6

Method 6 of 6:
Mac OS X

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Download Google Chrome
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Go to the Chrome Web Store and download the app "Hola"
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Go to Netflix and turn "Hola" on
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Enjoy your American Netflix!

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Community Q&A

Question

How can I get Netflix to accept my Canadian credit card?

Community Answer

You can't, unfortunately. I recommend using websites like Entropay, Pay2d, and mycard2go to put money on a virtual credit card so you can use that to pay for Netflix.
Question

Will changing the DNS have any negative effects on my Mac?

Community Answer

It won't have any negative effects on your Mac, but your internet speed will slow down.