FAQs: Netflix on Astro

1. What is Netflix?

Netflix is a streaming entertainment service that offers a wide variety of award-winning TV programmes, films, anime, documentaries and more - on thousands of internet-connected devices. There's always something new to discover, and more TV shows and movies are added every month. The more you watch, the better Netflix gets at recommending TV shows and movies you’ll love.

Astro customers with an internet-connected Ultra Box or Ulti Box canaccess the Netflix app and watch Netflix content via their Astro Box. For more information about Netflix, visit the Netflix website https://about.netflix.com/en

2. Which new pack comes with Netflix?

Any packages with Entertainment Plus, Movies Plus & Sports Plus will include Netflix. The default Netflix offering is Netflix Standard (2 screens and HD viewing) as part of your Entertainment Plus, Movies Plus and Sports Plus subscription. You can upgrade up to Netflix Premium (4 screens and 4K UHD viewing) at a price of RM 10 (inclusive of govt. tax).

Note: For the above subscriptions, you may use the email address used for your existing subscription with Netflix to activate and the future billing for Netflix will be transferred to your Astro bundle charges. For users that are billed for Netflix through Apple before joining the Astro bundle, remember to cancel your Apple billing arrangement after activating the Astro bundle else you may be double charged for your Netflix account.

If you do not have a bundle which includes Netflix, you may also add anew Netflix subscription to your Astro Bill for billing convenience.

3. How do I know if my new pack includes Netflix?

If Netflix is included as part of your Astro pack, you will find it in My Astro app called “Apps” where you will be able to manage all the streaming apps you are entitled to.

Netflix will also be included in your Astro bill under “MonthlyCharges”

If you have added Netflix to your bill (Netflix Add-on), the Netflix subscription charge will appear in your Astro bill under “One-time charges” as Netflix App Subscription or Netflix Premium and will be charged monthly. You should refer to Netflix account Management for any changes to your Netflix subscription or should you wish to change to other billing methods.

4. I signed up for the EntertainmentPlus / Movies Plus / Sports Plus pack that includes Netflix. How do I activate my Netflix account?

You should have received an email or SMS with your activation details, please click on the link provided to be redirected to the Netflix website to activate your account.

Alternatively, you can also activate Netflix on your Ultra/Ulti Box. Please surf to CH 741 on your Ultra/Ulti Box (or click the Netflix button on your Astro remote) and follow the instructions on the screen.

5. Will I be able to access Netflix on my Ultra/Ulti Box?

You will be able to access Netflix on your Ultra and Ulti Box. However, kindly note that if you have an Ulti Box with a Netflix Premium subscription, you will not be able to watch content in 4K UHD and Netflix Spatial Audio.

6. How do I change my Netflix plan or account information?

You can make changes to your Netflix plans that are included in your Bundle through My Astro app.

You can change your non Astro-bundled a-la carte Netflix plan at any time by signing into Netflix.com and visiting the Account page, then selecting Change Plan to view and select available plans.

7. How many devices can I access Netflix at once?

Customers with a Netflix Premium account are allowed to watch on up to 4 supported devices in 4K UHD and Netflix Spatial Audio. In addition, Netflix Premium subscribers are also allowed to download shows to watch offline on 6 devices at a time.

Netflix Standard account customers are allowed to watch shows in Full HD and download them to watch offline on up to 2 supported devices at a time.

On the other hand,Netflix Basic account customers are allowed to watch shows in HD and download shows for offline viewing on only 1 supported device at a time.

8. You can add a new Netflix account to your bill through CH 741 or clicking the Netflix button on the remote control. Please enter the email address you would like to use for Netflix subscription and ensure the Billing partner is Astro.

If you would like to transfer your existing Netflix Account to be charged under Astro bill, please follow the steps below:

- Cancel your existing subscription with Netflix

- Once the remaining duration of your existing subscription has ended, you may proceed to subscribe for Netflix via Astro bill

- To subscribe, go to CH 741 and enter the email address used for your previous subscription with Netflix

- Once successfully completed, all existing settings and watching history on your Netflix account will be brought over

9. I have added a Netflix account to my Astro bill. Do I need to perform any activation?

By adding a Netflix account to your Astro bill, your Netflix account is already activated. No additional steps for activation are required.

10. When I create a new Netflix account to link to my Astro Bill, will I lose all my current watching history in Netflix?

You may retain your watch history and settings of your existing Netflix account by using the same email of your Netflix account during the linking of your Netflix account with Astro.

11. I forgot my Netflix username or password. How do I find my username or reset my password?

If you have forgotten your username or password, you may follow the steps below:

Step 1. Go to netflix.com

Step 2:Click on Sign In

Step 3:Click on “Need Help” to reset password

12. I forgot which Netflix account is associated with my Astro Account. How do I find that out?

You can recover your Netflix login here or at astro.com.my/Netflix

Step 1:Head to astro.com.my/Netflix

Step 2: At the FAQ section look for “How to recover my Netflix login email and password”

Step 3: Login with Astro ID

Step 4:Proceed to Netflix.com for account recovery

13. What will happen to my Netflix account if I cancel my Astro service or change my Astro package?

If your existing Netflix account is linked with your Astro subscription, your Netflix account will resume on the previous method of payment. If you linked a new Netflix account with your Astro subscription, cancelling Astro service will also cancel your Netflix account.

14. What happens to my Netflix account if I move to a new address?

There will be no changes to your Netflix account when you move to a new address.

15. How do I cancel Netflix?

If you are subscribed to Netflix via a bundle, Netflix comes by default as part of your entitlement.

If you are subscribed to Netflix as an a-la carte, the cancellation of Netflix can only be done via Netflix’s Website, etc. This change will reflect in your next bill.

From mid-December 2021 you may also cancel Netflix add-on through Astro Call Center.

16. I would like to change the Netflix account linked to my Astro pack. What should I do?

Please visit http://help.netflix.com to call or start a live chat with Netflix’s customer support agents. You will be assisted to unlink your Netflix account from your Astro subscription. After the process, you may link another Netflix account to your Astro subscription.

17. Will Netflix be automatically added to my Astro subscription?

Astro subscribers will have the freedom to subscribe to Netflix via Astro, or they may also choose to continue subscribing via Netflix directly on their own.

18. Will Astro censor Netflix content?

Absolutely not. Astro wants to give our members the convenience of having all their favourite series, exciting originals, vernacular signatures, live sports and local blockbuster movies all in one place.

19. I have signed up for two (2) or more main Astro subscriptions bundled with Netflix. Will I be entitled for multiple Netflix subscriptions?

Yes. You are entitled to separate Netflix accounts for each main Astro subscription e.g. If you have subscribed to Entertainment Plus, Platinum Pack, etc separately. Therefore, if you have more than one main Astro subscription with Netflix, you may choose to create multiple email addresses to activate each respective Netflix subscription. Please follow the steps provided to you via email/SMS in order to activate your Netflix subscriptions on the website.

20. Why should I subscribe to a Netflix on Astro vs direct subscription via the Netflix app?

- With numerous OTT entrants, consumers are suffering from subscription fatigue. In fact, they are looking for a one stop shop platform where OTT services are integrated in one place.

- Astro offers flexibility and convenience with new packs where customers can get the convenience of accessing a variety of content via Ultra Box as the single remote-control solution.

- In addition, there will be cost savings for Astro customers to purchase both Netflix and Astro together. Even better deals are available if customers also subscribe to broadband for a better-connected experience.

The Ultra Box is Astro's latest generation of 4K UHD enabled box with Cloud recording feature, redesigned new interface, and UHD resolution. Just connect the all-new Ultra Box to the internet and take control of your entertainment and explore over 100,000 videos that are waiting to be streamed, anytime. With the ability to record as many shows as you want simultaneously.

The new interface on Astro Ultra Box offers an enhanced viewing experience with a brand-new look and feel with features such as:

· New Home Screen - Everything you see is yours

· Discover VOD - Discover 100k videos, stream anytime, anywhere including in 4K UHD

· Search - Search faster and easier

· Play from Start - You missed the start? Just restart

· Stop Here, Continue There - Stop on one screen and continue on another device

· Multi-Screen - Stream seamlessly across any device

· Cloud Recording - Record all the programmes you want at the same time

. **Continuous viewing - Enable to continue watching your favorite shows during raining

Note: ** Except 4K UHD, Astro First and all radio channels

No. You will need an active Astro subscription before you can subscribe to Disney+ through Astro or enjoy Disney+ as part of an Astro package.

To learn more about Astro packages and our latest offers, click here.

Step 1: You request for a move - here's how.

Step 2: One of our agents will contact you within 24 hours to set an appointment if you’re using My Astro app.

Step 3: You will receive a reminder of your appointment an hour before your scheduled time.

Step 4: The technician will dismantle your satellite dish.

If there is no satellite dish, customers should dismantle the modem, router, and decoder by themselves.

Step 5: You will need to transport your device(s) to your new home.

Step 6: The technician will reinstall your satellite dish, (including modems and routers for broadband customers) at your new home based on the schedule appointment.

Note For IPTV Customers:

1. Upon relocation request, all exiting IPTV customers will be converted to our Astro & Broadband service. Customers can choose to have standard Astro service with satellite dish, or unicast Plug & Play without satellite dish.

2. If customers choose to have satellite dish, an additional RM150.00 will be charged for satellite installation. If customers choose to have unicast Plug & Play service, no satellite dish is required, hence no extra charge will be incurred.

You will be contacted by an Astro representative within two working days to advise you on the next course of action.

Please ensure you:

a. Have your original identification card “MyKad” (Front & Back) with you (Malaysian).

b. Have your original Passport & Visa with you (Non-Malaysian).

c. Are in a brightly lit environment

Here's how to refresh your smartcard in My Astro:

1. Open/Download the My Astro app or visit My Astro web
2. Login with your Astro ID
3. Go to Account
4. Tap on Subscription or TV pack
5. Tap on Rooms
6. For the box that you would like to refresh the smartcard, tap on 'Refresh' button. This will refresh your Astro box signal

📡 Experiencing technical issues?

📱 Download the My Astro app to:
- Perform self-troubleshoot
- Solve in a few minutes
- No need to call customer service

The new packs will be available starting 9 December 2024 and you can subscribe via:

• The Astro website: www.astro.com.my

• WhatsApp at 03-9543 3838 and type GET ASTRO

• Astro Customer Service Centres

Settlement of total outstanding balance is to be made prior to any of the request.

Advance payment is only applicable to Astro TV pack purchases. If you subscribe to an Astro Fibre+TV bundle, only one month of your TV subscription fee (excluding tax) is required to be paid upon sign-up. The full tax amount and the first-month subscription fee for Astro Fibre will be paid on your first month's bill.

Starting 24 April 2025 – 23 June 2025, Ultra and Ulti Box customers will receive 2 months access to Prime Video by Amazon at no additional cost, as well as access to Prime Video via the website and mobile app. If you have yet to upgrade to our latest Ultra/Ulti Box, please reach out to us via WhatsApp by typing “Hi” at 03-9543 3838.

No, you will not be charged 8% Service Tax for reconnection performed before 1st March 2024. Only reconnections executed on or after 1st March 2024 are subject to the 8% Service Tax.

If you cancel your Astro X3 subscription mid-month while still under contract, the termination will take effect at the end of your current billing cycle. Your service will remain active until then, and no partial or prorated refund will be provided. And early termination fee charges may still apply.

However, refunds may be applicable if there is an excess credit balance in your account, such as an overpayment or duplicate payment. Any eligible refund will be processed in accordance with Astro's refund policy.

You will only be able to watch Astro GO and/or Multiroom Smart TV on up to 2 devices at the same time as opposed to 4 devices with Astro GO+.

Your cloud recording storage will also decrease from 1500 hours down to 200 hours. Your stored recordings/downloaded shows that exceed 200 hours will also be removed.

Once you have received the eKYC link, you need to complete the verification within 3 days.

Surcharge is imposed by 3rd party payment collection partners for services rendered. Kindly note that customers may be charged a surcharge per transaction when bill payments are made via the following methods:-

Bill payments at selected petrol stations, convenience stores, retail/mobile shops, kiosk, and e-wallets may incur a surcharge of up to RM0.50 per transaction by the appointed collection agencies of RMS (formerly known as Razer/MOL), ATX, MobilityOne, and e-Pay.

· To find out more on how to make your bill payments, click here.

No, you are not allowed to change your due date or maintain your old due date. Your current due date is as per Astro Policy. Therefore, to ensure that you continue to enjoy uninterrupted services, we advise you to observe this change in due date from Day 30 to Day 25 and proceed with the necessary payment.

Yes, your information will still be available in the HBO Max app if you choose to resubscribe directly to HBO Max through

www.hbomax.com

. To keep your preferences and account settings, ensure you use the same email address when you resubscribe.

Bahasa Malaysia (BM) and Traditional Chinese subtitles will be available where rights permit. However, subtitle availability may vary depending on the title.

To check your payment history for your Astro bill, you can do it through My Astro. Here's how:

1. Download the My Astro app or visit My Astro web
2. Login using your Astro ID
3. Go to Account > Bills > Payment History
4. You will be able to see your payment history for the last twelve (12) months

💳 Want to manage your Astro bills easily?

📱 Download the My Astro app to:
- View and download bill statements
- Check payment history
- Pay in just a few taps

Simply South is a streaming service and one-stop destination for South Indian Regional Video Content. Simply South has the largest library of Tamil, Telugu and Malayam content with the latest movies, evergreen classics and comedy clips on-demand.

At this point in time, the Disney+ app on Astro Ultra and Ulti Box does not support Dolby audio. We are working to enable this in a future update.

Astro is continuously improving our user interface and introducing new features to our platforms to ensure that your Astro experience is more seamless, efficient and user-friendly.

For details on our latest interface, Picture-in-Picture mode and auto-start interactive mode on Astro GO, please click here. For enhancements to the Title Information Page, the ability to disable the Profile Selection Screen and adjustable auto-standby timing, please click here.

In addition, we have also recently introduced an infinite scrolling feature at the title information page and the ability to select the video quality directly from the video player. For more information, please click here.

Step 1:

Type ASTRO<space>BARCODE<space>10 digit account number

Example: ASTRO BARCODE 0866603852

Step 2:

Send SMS to 66688

*Standard telco charges and Terms and Conditions apply

If you are currently on the Disney+ Basic plan, your plan will automatically be renamed to Disney+ Standard. You will also be able to stream on up to 2 devices concurrently instead of 1 previously and enjoy unlimited device registrations with no change to your monthly fee.

If you are currently on the Disney+ Premium plan, you will be able to stream on up to 4 devices concurrently instead of 3 previously and enjoy unlimited device registrations with no change to your monthly fee.

For further information and support relating to the Disney+ app experience or app-related features, please visit the Disney+ Help Centre.

Yes, all PPV purchases are subjected to a 8% Service Tax beginning 1st March 2024. Additionally, note that the prices displayed are excluding Service Tax.

Not to worry, you will only need to verify your Astro ID once. After that, you may log in to your account as usual.

You may switch to E-mail Billing or Paper bills to be notified of your bill and make payment. Kindly note that if you select to have Paper Bills, you will be charged a RM10 fee per bill.

For payments made using credit cards, refunds will be reversed back to the respective card. Whilst payment made by cash and online banking will be made to the account holders bank account.

You may submit your request via Feedback Form with below information details based on your payment method from below option.

Feedback type : Payment/Billing
Issue : Refund – Termination of Account;
Refund – Excess Payment;
Refund – Wrong payment
Transfer credit balance

Below is the required details to fill up based on method of refund.

1. Transfer Credit Balance into other Astro Account

Astro Account Number
Account Holder Name

*Note: Please confirm the Astro Account is active and ensure account number is correct

1. Refund via local bank transfer

Bank Name
Bank Account Number
Bank Account Holder Name

*Note: Please confirm your bank account details and ensure its correct

1. Refund via Foreign bank transfer

Bank Name
Bank Account Number
Bank Swift Code
IBAN Code
Currency: E.g.: Dollar/Yen etc.

*Note: Please confirm your bank account details and ensure its correct

1. Refund via Credit Card

Card Type
Last 4 digits credit card number

*Note: Please provide the last four digits of the most recent credit card used for payment

Please provide your primary mobile number via My Astro Portal, or send it to one of our platforms found here.

Note:

• Any changes of contact details to be requested by account holder only.
• Only account holder's contact to be updated as primary mobile number in the system.

Yes, we will schedule for the equipment collection after you have terminate the services.
If equipment is damaged or lost, penalty fee will be charged as below:

• Astro Box – RM100
• Router – RM200 (For Astro Fibre only)
• Mesh – RM200 each (For Astro Fibre only)

Yes, you can activate your access anytime between April 24, 2025, and June 23, 2025, to get 2 months of access to Prime Video at no additional charge. Please note that the offer is subject to change. All sign-ups are also subject to the Prime Video app usage terms and conditions.

Please ensure that your Ultra or Ulti Box is set as the primary (main) decoder to enjoy 2 months of access to Prime Video at no additional charge.

If your primary box is an older model, don’t worry as you can still enjoy this offer by upgrading to an Ultra/Ulti Box within the offer period. Just contact us to arrange your upgrade.

Upon submitting your application, you will receive the eKYC link via SMS/email/astro.com.my to complete the eKYC verification within 3 days.

There will be no changes to your Netflix account when you move to a new address.

The new packs and access to Netflix on the Ultra Box and Ulti Box is available for Astro IPTV customers.

If you’re facing issues updating your email address via My Astro, here’s how you can update your email address through your Set Top Box (STB).

Note: This method only works if you are on Ultra or Ulti box that is connected to the internet. If you are on an older box, kindly reach out to us via our Feedback Form.

1. Switch on your box and launch My Astro through the top menu or from the ‘Apps’ section.
2. Once you are in My Astro, press the yellow button on your Astro remote control to visit your ‘Account details’.
   
3. Press the down button to view ‘Personal info’.
   
4. Press the left button and focus on the edit icon for email address, press on "OK" to change your contact details.
   
5. To verify your identity, please enter the last 6 digits of the Astro account holder’s MyKad/Passport.
   
6. Please enter your new email address.
   
7. Please enter the OTP sent to the new email address.
   
8. Once the OTP is verified, your email address will be updated.
   

If you’re still unable to update your email address, kindly reach out to us via our Feedback Form and a representative from our team will get in touch to assist you soon.

You will be able to enjoy all the content on ZEE5 immediately upon successful purchase from the Astro website. You may enjoy your Premium privileges from the ZEE5 app on your Ultra Box, Ulti Box, mobile devices (Android & iOS), Apple TV, Android TV, as well as on Web (www.Zee5.com).Please ensure that the email address used to log in to the app is the same one used to purchase your ZEE5 premium subscription.

If you’re facing issues updating your mobile number via My Astro, here’s how you can update your mobile number through your Set Top Box (STB).

• Follow Method A if your box uses a satellite dish (Applicable to all boxes).
• Follow Method B if you are on Ultra or Ulti box that is connected to the internet.
• If your box has both, either method will work.

Method A:

1. Switch on your box and navigate to Channel 105 OR Channel 201 OR Channel 308 OR Channel 802.
2. Press on the red button on your Astro remote control and a QR code will be displayed on your screen.
   
3. Scan the QR code on a mobile device.
4. On the newly opened webpage, please enter your new mobile number.
   
5. To verify your identity, please enter the last 6 digits of the Astro account holder’s MyKad/Passport.
   
6. Please enter the OTP sent to the new mobile number.
   
7. Once the OTP is verified, your mobile number will be updated.
   

Method B:

1. Switch on your box and launch My Astro through the top menu or from the ‘Apps’ section.
2. Once you are in My Astro, press the yellow button on your Astro remote control to visit your ‘Account details’.
   
3. Press the down button to view ‘Personal info’.
   
4. Press the left button and focus on the edit icon for mobile number, press on "OK" to change your contact details.
   
5. To verify your identity, please enter the last 6 digits of the Astro account holder’s MyKad/Passport.
   
6. Please enter your new mobile number.
   
7. Please enter the OTP sent to the new mobile number.
   
8. Once the OTP is verified, your mobile number will be updated.
   

If you’re still unable to update your mobile number, kindly reach out to us via our Feedback Form and a representative from our team will get in touch to assist you soon.

Please ensure that you have entered the correct email address or mobile number associated with your Disney+ account.

If you still do not receive the OTP, please WhatsApp or call Astro’s Customer Service at +603 9543 3838.

No, the courier charges are borne by Astro for the retrieval of the box and Smart Card/SIM Card.

There will be two attempts made to retrieve the box and you are required to be available at the agreed upon time.