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.

You will regain access to your channels on Astro immediately once the equipment has been installed at your new house, provided your account is active. Customers can still enjoy viewing via Astro Go.

The 2 months of access will expire exactly two months after your account is activated. For example:

• If you activate on 24 April 2025, your access will expire on 23 June 2025.
• If you activate on 10 May 2025, your access will expire on 9 July 2025.
• If you activate on 23 June 2025, your access will expire on 22 August 2025.

You can access up to 3 concurrent screens, including your Ultra Box/Ulti Box. Each subscription allows you to register up to 5 devices. To ensure a smoother streaming experience, please sign out from any unused devices.

For customers with the Ultra or Ulti Box, you will be charged a fee of RM100 (not inclusive of Govt. tax) upon confirmation of lost Astro Box and Smart Card/SIM Card.

For lost Smart Card/SIM card only, you may be charged RM50 to obtain a replacement.

Please reach out to the Viu team if you have any enquiries or require assistance with
the app. Their customer support is available from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, Monday to
Friday (excluding Public Holidays).

You may contact Viu’s customer support team by:
1. Emailing to: e[email protected]; or
2. Call or WhatsApp them at 018 - 9429950 ; or
3. Reaching out to them via Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ViuMalaysia/

If you would like to contact Astro, you may reach out to our Customer Service Centre by:
1. Submitting a feedback form here: www.astro.com.my/contactus/form; or
2. Reaching out to us via WhatsApp by typing “Hi” at 03-9543 3838 for assistance

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.

Yes, the Favourite channels will follow the latest channel list. Therefore, you will need to reset your Favourite channels.

To access the app, please ensure the following:
You are an existing Astro Fibre customer, and you have a valid Astro ID and password to log in.

If you still cannot access the app:
Make sure you have the latest app version from the App Store/Google Play Store. If it is not the latest versioan, please update the app and try again.

If you are currently on the Entertainment, Entertainment Plus, Premium 2, Premium 3 or
Platinum Pack, you may switch your current Asian Favourites selection to Viu Premium via the
My Astro app or myastro.astro.com.my. Simply go to the "Account” tab and scroll down to the
“Subscription” section. Select “TV Pack” > “Add-ons” and then click the “Switch” button.
Alternatively, you may also reach out to us via WhatsApp by typing “Hi” at 03-9543 3838 to
make your switch to Viu Premium.

No. Astro GO is a FREE entitlement exclusively for customers with an Astro subscription. If you do not have an Astro subscription account, please visit astro.com.my to find out more.

The main features and changes in this update are the revamped look and feel of Astro's user interface on the Astro Ultra/Ulti Boxes and Astro GO, which include redesigns to the Astro interface that consists of title rows at the Home Page to feature popular franchises, new live programmes posters and changes to the menu bar for easier navigation; auto-start Interactive Mode on Astro GO; as well as a Picture-in-Picture mode that shrinks your video player so you can keep watching your favourite shows while using other apps.

The details of each feature are:

• New Astro user interface
• Picture-in-picture mode
• Auto-start Interactive Mode on Astro GO

For more info, please read our dedicated FAQ on this here.

Your two-months Prime Video access begins on the day you activate your account.

Astro sends regular payment reminders to customers via SMS until their current charges have been paid. However, we encourage customers to pay their bill as soon as possible to avoid disconnection of Astro service. Please reach out to us here if you require more information about payment reminders or to change your contact details.

If you don't know your HBO Max password, you can reset it. You need to have access to your account email to reset your password:

1. Do one of the following:
   • On the HBO Max sign-in screen, choose Forgot Password?
   • Go to hbomax.com/forgot-password.
2. Enter your HBO Max (or HBO Max) account email and choose Submit. Forgot your account email?
3. Check your inbox for a HBO Max Password Reset email. This email should arrive within a few minutes.
4. Open the most recent Password Reset email and choose Reset Your Password.
5. Enter a new password and choose Save.

Now, sign in with your account email and your new password.If you don't get a HBO Max Password Reset email, go to Can't reset password.

Yes, you can sign up for auto-debit after your account has been activated via My Astro App or My Astro Web by following the steps shown here.

If your Astro account is suspended or disconnected, your Sun NXT app access will be immediately affected, and you will no longer be able to use the service. To restore your Sun NXT app access, please ensure your Astro account is active.

a) Launch the app on your new Smart TV device and follow the instructions on screen to log in.

b) You will receive a notification on your mobile that the maximum no. of registered devices has been reached and see the list of registered devices.

c) Choose the old Smart TV to be removed and your new Smart TV will be added automatically.

Moving forward, all customers on any Bundle which includes Movies Pack, those with the Movies Add‑On, customers subscribed to the HBO Pack Add‑On, as well as customers on the Astro One Epic Pack who wish to continue enjoying HBO content can subscribe to the HBO Max app as an ala carte add‑on via Astro from RM24.90/month.

Astro Rewards is open to all *Active Astro PayTV customers and their immediate family members

* "Active Astro customer" refers to subscriber of the Astro Service and whose account is current and active with no outstanding payments due and owing to Astro and who has not breached the Astro subscription agreement nor given any instructions to terminate and /or suspend his/her subscription to the Astro Service as at the date of winner notification. Winners must remain active Astro customers until the date of collection of prizes.

SecureGo can only be linked to one (1) device per Astro ID for security reasons. This helps to prevent any fraud that compromises your Astro ID or use other devices to register for SecureGo using your Astro ID.

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

No, your Viu app is accessible within Malaysia only.

Step 1: Close the "Astro ID Login" tab in your browser, then close your mobile app browser (Safari, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox etc).
Step 2: Close the beIN SPORTS CONNECT app on your mobile device.
Step 3 Reopen the beIN SPORTS CONNECT app and try to log in again

If you don't currently have an Ultra or Ulti Box, you can upgrade by calling or sending a "Hi" message via WhatsApp to 03-9543 3838. Select your preferred language, then type “2” to upgrade and select “Box upgrade” option. Once your Ultra/Ulti Box is successfully activated, you'll able to access Prime Video app on Astro Box. Activate the app to enjoy the 2 months access. To activate click

https://product.astro.com.my/apps/primevideo

Your account may be under suspension. To resolve this issue, proceed to submit report via WhatsApp or

Feedback Form

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Starting 20 December 2022, Astro customers will be able to enjoy the iQIYI app as an add-to-bill service for an exclusive price via Astro and enjoy the app on their Ultra/Ulti Box, mobile app and website.

The minimum recommended internet speed is 10 Mbps for HD videos and 30 Mbps for 4K UHD videos.

You will be able to watch almost immediately while the content streams through your Astro Box. Buffer time for the video to load will depend on the speed of your broadband.

If you're still having trouble activating your Prime Video subscription, please reach out to Astro Customer Service for help:

1. Sending a WhatsApp message with "Hi" to 03-9543 3838 for assistance.
2. www.astro.com.my/contactus/form

After 62 days of non-payment, your broadband account will be terminated, and an Early Termination Fee (ETF) will be applied for the remaining contract. If you would like to continue with the service, you need to clear the outstanding balance and apply a new account.

Any purchases via the Astro Smart TV app such as pay-per view, Astro First are subjected to 8% govt. tax.

Astro GO is free for all Astro customers to enjoy their favourite shows and channels on their smartphones, tablets, and computers – anytime, anywhere in Malaysia. Astro customers with an active Pay-TV subscription can link their accounts to watch corresponding On Demand and TV channels available on Astro GO as part of their subscription.

Don't have an Astro account? Fret not, you may still preview and browse content available on Astro GO via Web, Mobile Phone or your tablet using Astro GO Guest Mode.

After completing the subscription process, you will be able to access the iQIYI App on the Ultra/Ulti Box by following the steps below:

On your Ultra/Ulti Box
Step 1: At the Home menu, go to the App Rail and select "iQIYI"
Step 2: Click "OK" on your Astro remote
Step 3: While on the iQIYI App Home Page, navigate to "VIP account" located at the top left pane and click "Login". A page with a QR Code will be presented on your TV screen
Step 4: Scan the QR code using your mobile device and you will be directed to the iQIYI mobile app
Step 5: Follow the steps under "On Mobile App" below to pair your iQIYI account with your Ultra/Ulti Box

On the iQIYI Mobile App
Step 1: Download the iQIYI App on your mobile device
Step 2: At the login page, select "Continue with Astro"
Step 3: Log in with your Astro ID
Step 4: Click on the "Me" icon located at the bottom of the screen, and you will be presented with your iQIYI profile page
Step 5: Click on the in-app QR code scanner located at the top right corner of the screen
Step 6: Scan the QR Code displayed on your TV screen with the in-app QR code scanner. Refer to Step 3 under "On your Ultra/Ulti Box" above
Step 7: The screen on your TV will reload automatically and the iQIYI App home screen will be displayed. Now, you can enjoy the iQIYI App on your Ultra/Ulti Box!

Yes, customers will be charged a fixed Paper Bill Fee of RM10.00 per bill every month for each account.