Guides for watching together

Are watch party extensions safe? How to check one

How to tell if a watch party extension like Teleparty is safe: the permissions it needs and why, store listing checks, red flags and account safety.

Netflix Party: what happened, and how to use it now

Netflix Party is now Teleparty and works on more services than Netflix. Here's how to start a party today, what's free, and options with free video calls.

Teleparty free vs Premium (and Duo): what's the difference?

Teleparty free vs Premium vs Duo: what each plan includes, what Premium costs, who actually needs to pay, and a free option if all you want is video calls.

Teleparty video call: is it free, and what if it's not working?

Does Teleparty have video calls? Yes, on Premium only. Free plan is text chat. Here are the workarounds people use, quick fixes, and a free option with calls.

Teleparty vs Discord: which is better for watching together?

Teleparty vs Discord: synced streaming vs screen sharing, why Netflix often shows a black screen on Discord, free chat vs calls, and an option with both.

Teleparty vs Kosmi: sync extension or hangout room?

Teleparty syncs your own stream in the browser; Kosmi is a free room with integrations, shared browsing and calls. Compare price, calls and devices.

Teleparty vs Rave: which one should you use?

Teleparty vs Rave compared: browser extension vs phone and TV app, free plans, calls, devices and the App Store status. Plus a free third option for Chrome.

Teleparty vs Watch2Gether: which one should you use?

Teleparty syncs your own streaming account; Watch2Gether gives you a shared room player for YouTube links. How they differ on price, calls and devices.

The best watch party apps in 2026, by what you need

Which watch party app should you use? Compare free options for video calls, phones, YouTube and streaming services, with how each one works and its limits.

How to have a virtual movie night friends actually show up for

Plan a virtual movie night with friends: 10-minute setup, a run-of-show, themes, snacks across distance, games and tips for groups of 2, 6 or 20.

How to watch movies with friends online, for any group size

Watch a movie online with friends far away: how to set it up for 2, 5 or 20 people, on subscription services or movies you rent, with a video call and chat.

How to watch Netflix with friends online (every device, every method)

Watch Netflix with friends who aren't with you: on a computer, with Discord, on FaceTime, on phones or on TV. Which method works best, step by step.

How to watch YouTube together with friends (4 ways, compared)

Four ways to watch YouTube with friends at the same time: a sync extension, link-sharing room sites, Discord, or screen sharing. Steps, pros and cons for each.

How to have a long-distance movie date (that feels like the real thing)

Watch a movie with your partner in another city or country: in sync, on a video call, at a time that works for both of you. Setup, time-zone planner and ideas.

Teleparty not working? Fixes by symptom

Teleparty icon greyed out, friend can't join, out of sync, or not working on Prime Video, Hulu or Disney+? Quick fixes for each, plus a free alternative.

Watch party not syncing? Fix it in a minute

Video out of step, one person behind, audio not matching, or a friend can't join? A quick triage plus fixes by symptom, for any watch party tool.

Black screen when screen sharing Netflix? Why it happens, and what to do instead

Netflix blocks screen sharing, so Google Meet, Discord and Zoom show a black screen. Why it happens, and how to watch together in full quality instead.

What is a watch party?

A watch party means watching the same movie or show at the same time and reacting together, in person or online. Other names, examples and how it works.