PartnerNetflixActivation
Safe to disable
A hidden Netflix partner package on Galaxy phones that links the preinstalled Netflix app to the device deal.
Third-party package
Netflix
Safe to disable: com.netflix.mediaclient Safe to disable Vendor documentation
The Netflix streaming app, preinstalled on many Galaxy phones under Samsung's partnership with Netflix. It is safe to disable: you lose nothing most people will miss.
What it does
This is the Netflix app for streaming films and series with a subscription. Samsung has preinstalled it on many Galaxy phones, and Samsung's own application lists include it. It is published on the Play Store and runs only while you watch or download.
If you disable it
Nothing beyond the app itself.
How to disable it
Settings offers Disable for this package on most phones. Open Settings > Apps > Netflix > Disable.
Disable it (reversible)
adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.netflix.mediaclientTurn it back on
adb shell pm enable com.netflix.mediaclientThe stronger option removes it for your user only; the original copy stays on the phone and a factory reset brings it back. Prefer disabling: it is easier to undo.
Uninstall for the main user
adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.netflix.mediaclientRestore after an uninstall
adb shell cmd package install-existing com.netflix.mediaclientNew to ADB? Set it up in about ten minutes.
Data and battery
Once you sign in, Netflix records your viewing activity under its privacy policy.
Where it appears
- Made by Netflix.
- Android versions: 9 to 16.
- Seen on: Galaxy S21 5G, Galaxy S20 FE, Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G, Galaxy A51, Galaxy M31.
- Listed on Google Play: Netflix on Google Play.
Questions people ask
What is com.netflix.mediaclient?
com.netflix.mediaclient is Netflix. The Netflix streaming app, preinstalled on many Galaxy phones under Samsung's partnership with Netflix.
Can I disable Netflix?
It is safe to disable: you lose nothing most people will miss. You can do it from Settings or with ADB.
What happens if I disable Netflix?
Nothing beyond the app itself.
Sources
- Galaxy Store: Netflix listingVendor documentation
- Google Play: NetflixGoogle Play listing
- Samsung Knox: application list, Galaxy S20 FE 5G (SM-G781B), Android 11Vendor documentation
- Bayton system app database: com.netflix.mediaclientCommunity list
- Universal Android Debloater list entryCommunity list
Each source answered when this page was checked on 25 October 2026.
Confidence: Vendor documentation. Backed by the maker's own documentation, the Android source or the Play listing. How we decide a verdict.
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