Netflix is one of the most popular streaming services that provides its customers with access to a huge library of movies and TV shows. This service can be accessed from almost any computing device with a dedicated app available for the Android and iOS platform. On computers, this can be accessed from the browser. Although this is a stable platform there are instances when certain issues can occur when trying to access Netflix. In this latest installment of our troubleshooting series we will tackle the Netflix Error M7703-1003 issue.
How To Fix Netflix Error M7703-1003 Issue
The error M7703-1003 usually occurs when trying to access Netflix using Google Chrome and is often caused by a component on your browser that needs to be updated. It can also be caused by a component that is blocked by the program or security setting. Before performing any of the recommended troubleshooting steps for this particular problem you should try to restart your computer first as this will usually resolve most issues caused by a minor software glitch.
Make sure your browser allows protected content
If your browser is blocking protected content from being displayed then this error message will occur. To fix this perform the following steps.
- Select the Chrome menu button from your browser toolbar.
- Select Settings.
- Scroll down and select Advanced.
- Under Privacy and security, select Content Settings.
- Select Protected Content and ensure you see Allow sites to play protected content (recommended). If you do not see Allow sites to play protected content (recommended), select the toggle next to the Blocked message.
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Use the official Chrome browser
There are several browsers available for download that pose as Google Chrome but are in fact not the genuine version. You can check if you are using the original Chrome browser by following the steps listed below.
- Select the Chrome menu button from your browser toolbar.
- Under Help, select About Google Chrome.
- Your version number will display.
The official Chrome releases will have version numbers with a ‘0’ as the second set of digits (e.g., 59.0.x.x). If your browser version does not have a ‘0’ as the second set of digits then you should uninstall the browser from your computer and download the Chrome browser from the official download page.
Make sure you are using a supported browser
Netflix has set certain browser requirements in order for its content to stream without any issues.
- Google Chrome version 64 or later on Windows 7 or later, Mac OS X 10.10 or later (Mavericks), Chrome OS, or Linux
- Internet Explorer 11 or later on Windows 8.1 or later
- Microsoft Edge on windows 10
- Mozilla Firefox version 59 or later on Windows 7 or later or Mac OS X 10.10 or later (Yosemite)
- Opera version 47 or later on Windows 7 or later or Mac OS X 10.10 or later (Yosemite)
- Safari on Mac OS X 10.10 or later (Yosemite)
Try updating Chrome’s content protection feature
One of the components in Google Chrome that manages digital rights is Widevine. Netflix relies on this component to play content on the browser. if this component has become corrupted then you will usually get this error.
- In the address bar on the Chrome browser, type chrome://components and press Enter or Return on your keyboard.
- Locate the Widevine Content Decryption Module component. If the Widevine Content Decryption Module is not listed under chrome://components, check to make sure you are using on official version of Google Chrome.
- Select Check for update.
- If you see Status – Component updated, restart Chrome and try Netflix again.
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Clear your browser data
There are instances when corrupt cached data in the Chrome browser can cause this problem. If this is what’s causing the problem then you will have to clear your browser data.
- Type “chrome://settings” in the address bar of Google Chrome then press Enter.
- Navigate to the bottom of the page and click on “Advanced”.
- Once you are at the advanced menu, navigate down and select Clear browsing data.
- Make sure that all the checks are enabled in the new popup and the time range is set to All time. Click Clear data to delete all your browser data.
- Restart your computer.
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Reinstall Google Chrome
Sometimes this problem can be caused by a corrupt browser. If this is the case, you will need to uninstall Google Chrome then install a fresh copy from the official download site.
To uninstall Chrome
- On your computer, close all Chrome windows and tabs.
- Click the Start menu and then Settings.
- Click Apps.
- Under “Apps & features,” find and click Google Chrome.
- Click Uninstall.
- Confirm by clicking Uninstall.
- To delete your profile information, like bookmarks and history, check “Also delete your browsing data.”
- Click Uninstall.
To reinstall Chrome
- Download the installation file from the official site.
- If prompted, click Run or Save.
- If you chose Save, double-click the download to start installing.
- A Chrome window opens after everything is done. You can make Chrome your default browser.