How to Turn Off Disney Plus Autoplay

Edit your Disney+ profile in a web browser or the mobile app to toggle autoplay on and off

What to Know

  • On the website or mobile app, select your profile icon > Edit Profiles > your profile > turn off the Autoplay toggle.
  • You'll need to change the autoplay settings for each profile individually.

This article explains how to turn off autoplay on Disney Plus and how to turn it back on.

How to Turn off Disney Plus Autoplay via Your Web Browser

Regularly use Disney+ via your web browser? It's simple to switch off autoplay with a few easy settings tweaks. Here's what to do. 

These instructions work in all web browsers including Google Chrome, Safari, Firefox, and Microsoft Edge.

  1. Go to the Disney Plus website and select your profile icon in the upper-right corner. 

    Disney+ in a web browser with the profile icon highlighted

    You may need to log in first.

  2. Click Edit Profiles.

    Disney+ in a web browser with Edit Profiles highlighted
  3. Click on the profile you want to edit.

    Disney+ via a web browser with My Profile highlighted

    You'll need to change autoplay settings for each profile individually. 

  4. Click the Autoplay toggle to switch it to off.

    Disney+ in a web browser with Autoplay toggle highlighted
  5. Click Save.

    Disney+ with Edit Profile open and Save highlighted

How to Switch Disney+ Autoplay on via Your Web Browser

Realized you actually loved autoplay and the convenience it offers? Not needing to click on the next episode is definitely useful at times. Here's how to switch Disney Plus autoplay back on. 

If you're switching autoplay off to keep your kids from binging too much TV, you might also want to adjust the parental controls to ensure they're viewing appropriate content when they are watching.

  1. Go to the Disney Plus website and select your profile icon in the upper-right corner.

    Disney+ in a web browser with profile icon highlighted

    You may need to log in first.

  2. Click Edit Profiles.

    Disney+ with Edit Profiles highlighted
  3. Click on the profile you want to edit.

    Disney+ with My Profile highlighted

    Like when turning autoplay off, you'll need to change autoplay settings for each profile individually.

  4. Click the Autoplay toggle to switch it back to on. 

    Disney+ with the autoplay toggle highlighted
  5. Click Save.

    Disney+ with Edit Profile open and Save dialog highlighted

How to Turn off Disney+ Autoplay via the Mobile App

Unlike other streaming services like Netflix, you can change Disney+ autoplay settings via the mobile app. Here's how to do it.

These instructions apply to both iOS and Android although the screenshots are from the iOS app.

  1. Open the Disney+ app and tap the profile icon in the bottom-right corner.

    You may need to log in if this is your first time using the app.

  2. Tap Edit Profiles.

  3. Tap the profile you wish to change settings on.

    Disney+ app with the steps for editing your profile highlighted

    You'll need to do this for each individual profile you want to change the settings on.

  4. Tap the Autoplay toggle to switch Autoplay off.

    This setting applies to wherever you're watching Disney+ including the web browser version. 

  5. Tap Save.

    Disney+ app with Edit Profile and autoplay settings highlighted

How to Switch Disney+ Autoplay Back on via the Mobile App

Changed your mind about switching off Disney+ autoplay? Here's how to turn it back on via the mobile app.

  1. Open the Disney+ app and tap the profile icon in the bottom-right corner.

    You may need to log in if this is your first time using the app.

  2. Tap Edit Profiles.

  3. Tap the profile you wish to change settings on.

    Disney+ app with the steps for editing a profile's settings highlighted

    You'll need to do this for each individual profile you want to change the settings on.

  4. Tap the Autoplay toggle to switch Autoplay on.

    This setting applies to wherever you're watching Disney+ including the web browser version. 

  5. Tap Save.

    Disney+ app with autoplay settings within a profile highlighted
FAQ
  • Why doesn't Disney Plus autoplay the next episode?

    If Disney Plus stops auto-playing, it's probably due to an interruption in your internet connection, so you may need to restart your device and troubleshoot your Wi-Fi network.

  • How long does Disney Plus autoplay last?

    Disney Plus autoplay will continue indefinitely until you manually stop playback or turn off the device.

  • How do I play Disney Plus on my TV?

    Download the Disney Plus app for your smart TV, streaming device, or game console. Alternatively, use Chromecast to watch Disney Plus or connect your computer to your TV.

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