We’ll explore how to create web apps or shortcuts using Safari or Google Chrome, and we’ll also delve into using PlayCover as an alternative solution to run Netflix on Mac. Be cautious, though, as Netflix has yet to release an official app for Mac, even in 2023. Be wary of websites claiming to offer such an app, as they could be misleading or harmful to your device. Previously, some unofficial apps in the App Store allowed viewing Netflix content on Mac. However, these have been removed by Apple due to their policy against apps that act as mere website wrappers. While an official Netflix app exists for iOS devices like the iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch, this does not extend to Macs. Although there is no official Netflix app for Mac, some workarounds and features can help you replicate the app experience. Let us show you the ways to get Netflix on your Mac.
1. Saving Netflix Website as WEBLOC from Safari
WEBLOC is a file created by the Safari browser for website shortcuts. Here’s how you can add the Netflix website as WEBLOC from Safari:
2. Saving Netflix website as a Web App from Safari
If you own one of the more recent Macs and have the latest macOS Sonoma installed, you can create a Web App for Netflix, which will basically serve as a glorified website shortcut. Here’s how:
3. Saving Netflix website as a Shortcut from Google Chrome
If you have an older Mac that doesn’t get the Sonoma update, don’t worry. We’ve got you covered as well. Google Chrome offers a universal solution for this method, which works on every version and model of Mac. Here are the steps to create a Netflix website app using Chrome: You can then move the app to your Dock for easy access. Just click and hold on the app and drag it to the Dock.
Run Netflix on Mac using PlayCover (M1/M2/M3 Macs Only)
PlayCover is a free project that lets you use iOS apps and games on Apple Silicon M1, M2, and M3 Macs. It supports all macOS versions, including Ventura and Monterey. It wraps the Netflix app from iOS in a way that works on these Macs. Here’s how to set it up: Now, you’ve installed PlayCover. Next, you need a special version of the Netflix app from sites like ARM Converter and Decrypt and add it to PlayCover. Here’s how to do it:
