How to Host a Netflix Binge Call in 2024

What You'll Need

Starting a Netflix Binge Call is easier than you think. All you need is:

The BingeCall Chrome extension — free, installs in seconds

A Netflix account (at least one person in the group needs one)

Friends — the more the merrier (BingeCall supports up to 6 on video)

Step 1: Install the Extension

Head to the Chrome Web Store and search for BingeCall, or click the button at the bottom of this page. Click "Add to Chrome." You don't need an account to get started.

Step 2: Open Netflix

Navigate to [netflix.com](https://netflix.com) in Chrome and pick something to watch. Browse together in chat, or decide in advance — the point is everyone needs to be on the same show.

Step 3: Start a Party

You'll see the BingeCall button appear in the bottom-right corner of the Netflix player. Click it, then click "Start Party." You'll get a 6-character room code and a shareable invite link.

Step 4: Share the Link

Send the invite link to your friends. When they open it on their phone or computer, they'll see the room code and instructions to install the extension. Once they're in, everyone's playback syncs automatically.

Tips for the Best Experience

Use headphones during video calls to avoid echo. BingeCall's Smart Mic helps, but headphones are always better.

Start on the home screen, not mid-episode. Let everyone load in before you press play.

Pin the extension to your toolbar for quick access to the party controls.

Troubleshooting

"My friend can't see the extension button." Make sure they've installed the extension and are on netflix.com (not the desktop app).

"We're out of sync." Hit the resync button, or pause and have everyone seek to the same timestamp.

"Video calls are cutting out." This is usually a network issue. Try disabling video and using audio only.