Although the video area on Netflix is black, the show audio is running.
This situation got many users confused because the videos working just fine on their end.
Lets explore why Netflix and other video streaming platforms behave this way on Teams.
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Why Is There a Black Screen When Screen Sharing Netflix on Teams?
If the issue is gone, then most likely, the black screen is triggered by copyright issues.
Sharing copyrighted content across devices using the share screen feature is not allowed.
To avoid copyright infringement issues, Netflix adds a black rectangle over the video window.
Other video streaming platforms such as Hulu and Amazon Video Prime adopted the same approach.
Microsoft Teams allows users to record whats being shared.
If were talking about copyrighted videos, this is where the issue lies.
People can use the screen recording option to potentially pirate video content and upload it on other platforms.
By placing a black rectangle over the copyrighted video, Netflix basically prevents users from pirating content.
Needless to say, thats illegal.
It doesnt matter if you use the desktop or web version of Teams.
The result is the same.
Conclusion
Netflix and other video streaming platforms block video sharing on Microsoft Teams.
This is done to prevent copying and sharing of copyrighted video content.
So, rest assured, theres nothing wrong with your Netflix or Teams account.
Thats just the way things work when it comes to screen sharing copyrighted content.
