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.

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

No, the quality of your video depends on the speed and reliability of your internet.

Kindly note that affected customers will be adequately informed 30 days prior to the implementation via SMS which are sent out in phases (Starting 1 July), with scheduled announcements across WhatsApp, My Astro app, and Astro website.

If you're trying to visit a website and it won't load, but others do, there could be a variety of causes. If the site itself is down, there's not much you can do but wait.

If you can load the site on other computers or devices (make sure you try different means of connecting to the internet), there may be an issue with your computer or network.

There are some quick fixes that will solve most problems, but you may have to get your hands a little dirty.

1. Try loading the site on a different device.

Try loading the website on your phone or on another computer. If the website loads on the other device, the problem lies with your computer.

If the website doesn't load on another device, the problem is either with the network or the website itself.

2. Restart your computer.

Oftentimes, a simple reboot will fix the problem you're having. Reboot your computer and test the website again.

3. Try loading the site in a different browser.

There may be some settings configured incorrectly on your browser. Try a different web browser to see if you can load the website.

4. Temporarily disable your antivirus program.

Your antivirus software may be interfering with your ability to load certain websites.

Try disabling the software and then loading the site again. Make sure you enable it again once you have identified the problem.

5. Reset your modem and router.

Traffic to or from a certain website may be getting tripped up by your modem or router. Resetting these devices may allow you to access the website again.

6. Check your computer's date and time settings.

If your date or time is set incorrectly, you may not be able to connect to secure (https://) websites.

Check your computer or mobile device's clock to make sure that it is set to the correct time and date.

7. In the event the problem persists, please provide below details for further escalation:

i. List of websites effected.

ii. Run the Speed Test via LAN (cable) and Wi-Fi connection - Please click here for Speed Test guideline.

iii. Run the Traceroute Test - Please click here for Traceroute Test guideline.

iv. Run the Ping Test - Please click here for Ping Test guideline.

Once you've gathered all the results, kindly send them all through the Feedback Form below.

Quick Info
A Speedtest is a service that provides free analysis of Internet access parameters, such as connection data rate.
A Ping Test shows how long it takes for packets to reach host.
A Traceroute Test traces the route of packets to destination host from our server.

No, currently Simply South is not available for offline viewing.

Sun NXT is an app that offers content in six different languages: Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, Bengali, and Marathi. The app carries a large collection of movies, including Tamil classics and latest releases. Sun NXT also offers a variety of content ranging from TV shows, live TV shows, news, music videos, kids' shows, comedy clips, to trailers.

Starting 29th April 2025 onwards, Sun NXT will be available on Astro via two tiers:

• Sun NXT Lite: Complimentary for Indian Favourites/Maharaja Pack customers only, with content similar to 6 Sun channels (SUN TV HD, SUN MUSIC HD, SUN LIFE, SUN NEWS, ADITHYA & KTV,) and Video On Demand (VOD) content (TV shows), with more than 2000 hours of content.
• Sun NXT Premium: Available to all Astro customers for only RM 25.00/month (RRP RM30.80) with an expanded access to the full Sun NXT library.

Call our contact centre 03-9543 3838 or visit us at astro.com.my.

Yes, the current service tax law does not exempt services provided to customers residing in Labuan, Langkawi, and Tioman.

A stable internet connection is required to ensure your transactions are smooth using SecureGo.

Download the Sun NXT app > Select "Profile" > Click on "Log in with Astro ID" > Click on "Do not have an Astro ID? Click here".

Please ensure that you have subscribed to the mentioned channel.
If you're subscribed to this channel, follow below steps.

STEP 1
You need to refresh the signal on your box.
Refer to Refresh signal of your box guide.

STEP 2
If issue persist after 30 minutes, proceed to submit report via WhatsApp or Feedback Form.

Yes, penalty fee of RM200/Mesh WiFi will be imposed if customer fails to return the device(s). The courier company would make two attempts to retrieve the Mesh WiFi unit within a period of 30 days, failing which the penalty would be imposed.

Yes, you will be able to rent titles on the WeTV mobile app. Subsequently, you will be able to stream your rented title on the Ultra/Ulti Box,

wetv.vip

, and the mobile app.

You may manage your Multiroom (Smart TV) subscription via My Astro app. Download here or on your App Store or Google Play Store.

SST of 6% and 8% will be applied accordingly to your bundle services:

1. 8% SST to Astro TV Pack
2. 6% SST to Astro Fibre

When using our One Time Payment (OTP) method, you may register more than one credit card per account. However, a single card account can only be used for a maximum of three accounts for OTP transactions.

When using our auto-debit facility, you can only register one card with Astro. Any subsequent card registrations will override the current one.

You can enjoy the Sun NXT app via Ultra or Ulti Box by following these steps:

1. Launch the Sun NXT app icon on your Ultra and Ulti box
2. Click on “Log in” button via top menu in Sun NXT app
3. Follow the instructions displayed on your TV screen

No, your Viu app is accessible within Malaysia only.

Yes, you may assign your family or friends to help you drop off the Astro box.

Most Astro customers are eligible to use the app, web, Ultra and Ulti boxes. You will only need to login with your Astro ID. Do note that your Astro ID must be linked to your Astro account to use the service. Click "Create now!' on the login page and you will be guided to create an Astro ID if you do not have one.

Download My Astro app or visit the My Astro website.

Starting from 24 January 2025, Astro One Pack customers can add on Netflix ala-carte (comes with 24 months contract) plan to their subscription. This plan allows customers to choose from three Netflix subscription plans Basic, Standard, and Premium with a 24-month contract. This plan is offered at a discounted rate compared to the regular monthly Netflix add on, providing a cost-effective way to enjoy Netflix content.

Yes, the iQIYI app is accessible globally. However, the content of the app might differ depending on the country which will be tailored based on local content rights and market preferences.

No. Your scheduled recordings will remain the same, although the channel numbers have changed.

From 1st July 2023 onwards, Astro will ONLY accept cheques deposited at Public Bank Berhad.

To simplify your monthly payments, here are some recommended alternatives you can look into.

• Auto-Debit
• Online Banking
• WhatsApp
• JomPAY
• Astro Quick Pay

To find out more on how you can make your payments via these channels, kindly visit here.

Should you choose to continue with cheque payment, do ensure that you follow these steps below.

Step 1: Fill in the cheque

Step 2: Ensure that your 10-digit Astro account number is accurately written at the back of the cheque

Step 3: Go to your nearest Public Bank

Step 4: Locate the Cheque Deposit Machine

Step 5: Select “Bill Payment” on the screen

Step 6: Select “Astro”

Step 7: Drop your cheque in

Step 8: Collect your receipt

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.

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.

Having trouble with your phone line ?

You may proceed to contact dedicated service provider directly - 1 800 8211 23

The service tax rate for Astro Pay TV will be increased from 6% to 8%. The service tax for Astro Fibre, which falls under the category of telecommunication service, will remain at 6%.

If you cancel your subscription before completing the 12-month contract period, an early termination fee may apply in accordance with your contract terms. The fee is calculated by multiplying your monthly subscription fee by the number of months remaining in your contract.

Completing a CAPTCHA during activation is a standard security measure. It ensures that you are a real person and not an automated bot. This step helps protect your account from unauthorized access and ensures safe and secure use of the service. By verifying your identity, this step provides a better and more secure experience for all users

If you accidentally delete your mesh:

1. Login to the Astro Fibre App.
2. Go to Network > click on the plus (+) sign.
3. Enter your serial number (starts with SRXxxxxx).
4. Click OK to add the mesh back.

Viu is an on-demand video streaming service with over 4,500 hours of movies, TV shows and
music. With Viu, you can stream premium Asian content from Korea, Japan, Thailand, Hong
Kong, China and Taiwan – with English, Malay & Chinese subtitles (for selected titles) and more,
all on your big screen TV via the Ultra/Ulti Box or on-the-go right at your fingertips with the Viu
mobile app

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

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

Customers who have activated the trial will be notified before it expires. They can choose to continue by subscribing at a price that will be disclosed later. If they are not interested, the trial will automatically expire after 2 months with no action required from them. Your Prime Video access will auto-expire, and you won’t be charged. However, please visit

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

to stay updated on Prime Video.

Astro ID is the account you use to sign in and manage all your Astro services online. You can use your Astro ID for the following Astro apps and portals:

1. My Astro
2. Astro GO
3. HBO GO
4. Disney+
5. iQIYI
6. TVBAnywhere+
7. beIN Sports Connect
8. SYOK App
9. AWANI App
10. Astro Website
11. Ideaktiv portals

You can create an Astro ID using your mobile number or email address here. To secure your Astro ID, please proceed to next step and link the ID to your Astro account number (10 digits) or smart card number (12 digits).

No, your subscription will be terminated at the end of your Astro billing date. Until then, you will still be able to access ZEE5 premium.

If you are currently receiving a paper bill, your billing delivery method will automatically switch to e-bill once your e-invoice request is accepted. This also means you'll be saving RM10 on paper bill fees. Please ensure that your email address is accurate.

Click here

if you wish to update your contact details.