Share this article
Improve this guide
Error code: m7111-5059 Netflix proxy error
3 min. read
Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
Share this article
Improve this guide
Read our disclosure page to find out how can you help Windows Report sustain the editorial teamRead more
Key notes
TheNetflixerrorm7111-5059 shows up whenNetflixdetects that you are trying to access its service using a network unblocker, proxy, orVPN(virtual private network) server. It comes with the following message:
You seem to be using an unblocker or proxy. Please turn off any of these services and try again.
BecauseNetflixshows are only available in specific countries, people useVPNsto accessNetflixfrom a fake location, and this is what the platform is preventing by throwing theNetflixerrorn7111-5059.
How do I fix the Netflix error code m7111-5059?
1. Disable your VPN or internet routing software
Unlike other errors, theNetflixerrorm7111 1331 5059 states precisely what’s wrong, and in this case, you are using aVPN. Disabling yourVPNis, therefore, a no-brainer. Well, this is if you want to playNetflixcontent that is available in your country.
You can fix theNetflixerror m7111 5059 by simply changing your network settings to its default values. For the IP settings, simply choose theAutomaticsettings.
Further,Netflixdoes not support IPv6 proxy tunneling over an IPv4 network. This would surely cause theNetflixerror m7111 1331 5059.
2. Use a more secure VPN
Are you actuallyNetflixfrom outside of your home country and want to keep up with shows you love? This may be why you used aVPN, and that’s understandable. However, not all VPNs are born equal.
SomeVPNscannot unblockNetflix, orNetflixhas blacklisted the IP address you used. As a matter of fact, IP addresses from manyVPNsare blacklisted byNetflix. When you access the streaming service using a blacklisted IP address, you will get theNetflixerrorm7111-5059.
Now, a solution could be trial-and-error; meaning that you keep trying IP addresses until one works. Alternatively, you can change to a betterVPNservice to fix theNetflixerrorm7111-5059 once and for all.
We published adetailed guide on the best VPNs for Netflix. You can read it up and choose from one. Having downloaded theVPN, the next thing you should do is connect via your preferred location and with theVPNconnected, launchNetflix.
3. Contact your internet service provider
Software, despite how complex they seem, as far from perfect. Though theNetflixerror m7111-5059 says that you are connecting from aVPNor via a proxy, it may be some confusion.
Some users have reported encountered theNetflixerror m7111-5059 while using noVPN, unblocked, or proxy tunnel. In this case, the issue is thatNetflixis seeing your traffic like it’s coming from one of these prohibited services.
What you can do now is to get in touch with your internet service provider (ISP). When you are talking to them, let them know the issue. Also, demand that they rectify any problem that makes your traffic is associated withVPNor proxy usage.
Unless you intend to watch global shows, yourNetflixcontent would be tailored to your region. Using aVPNto tweak your geolocation brings up theNetflixerror m7111-5059.
We have explored the ways to get rid of thiserror. The most recommended is to use a more reliableVPNservice or disabling all forms of unblockers while usingNetflix.
[wl_navigator]
More about the topics:Fix Video Streaming
Milan Stanojevic
Windows Toubleshooting Expert
Milan has been enthusiastic about technology ever since his childhood days, and this led him to take interest in all PC-related technologies. He’s a PC enthusiast and he spends most of his time learning about computers and technology.
Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s one of the Troubleshooting experts in our worldwide team, specializing in Windows errors & software issues.
User forum
0 messages
Sort by:LatestOldestMost Votes
Comment*
Name*
Email*
Commenting as.Not you?
Save information for future comments
Comment
Δ
Milan Stanojevic
Windows Toubleshooting Expert
Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s specialized in Windows errors & software issues.
