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.

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.

TVBAnywhere+ is the global streaming app from Television Broadcasts Limited (TVB) and is available as an add on for all Astro customers. It offers a vast library of over 40,000 hours of Chinese entertainment, including the latest drama series, variety shows, evergreen classics, and unlimited TVB originals. Customers can enjoy these shows anytime, anywhere.

Key features include:

• Up to two concurrent streams per account
• Watch on the big screen via Astro’s Ultra/Ulti Box, Android TVs, and selected Samsung and LG Smart TVs.
• Subtitles and dubbing in multiple languages: major dramas are available in Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, English, Bahasa Malaysia and Bahasa Indonesia.

Sila pastikan anda telah memasukkan alamat e-mel atau nombor telefon bimbit  yang didaftarkan pada akaun Disney+ anda.

Jika anda masih tidak menerima OTP, sila hubungi Pusat Khidmat Pelanggan Astro melalui WhatsApp di +603 9543 3838 untuk bantuan lanjut.

Unfortunately, downloading of content is not a feature that is currently available.

Currently, you can only select one Netflix subscription at a time. Your available options include the Basic 24 Months, Standard 24 Months, or Premium 24 Months plans.

Sebarang pembelian melalui aplikasi Astro Smart TV seperti Pay-Per-View dan Astro First tertakluk kepada cukai kerajaan sebanyak 8%.

The contract period for TV packs will be 24-months upon sign up. In addition to the TV packs, if you would like to also sign-up for Broadband, the contract commitment will be 24 months too.

Ya, caj langganan bulanan akan diproratakan dalam bil Astro anda.

Yes, you can download ZEE5’s content on your device for offline viewing if you have subscribed to ZEE5 Premium. This feature is not available if you are not a Premium member. However, kindly note that some content is subjected to copyright which disables the download function on those selected videos.

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

1. Cancel your existing subscription with HBO Max.
2. Once the remaining duration of your existing subscription has ended, you may proceed to subscribe for HBO Max via Astro bill.
3. To subscribe, navigate to My Astro app page and clicked on “Manage your add-ons" where you will be able to manage all the streaming apps you are entitled.

Selected HBO Max content is limited to selected countries due to content rights restrictions. Hence you may not be able to view them in Malaysia.

Bagi akses kali pertama, log masuk atau mendaftar Netflix sebelum perkhidmatan diaktifkan sepenuhnya boleh menyebabkan caj berganda sekiranya Netflix diaktifkan secara berasingan menggunakan kad kredit anda.
Jika anda menghadapi masalah menonton Netflix, sila semak perkara berikut:

1. Pastikan Ultra / Ulti Box anda disambungkan ke internet
2. Mulakan semula Ultra / Ulti Box anda dan cuba akses Netflix sekali lagi

Nota: Jika masalah berterusan, sila hubungi kami untuk bantuan lanjut.
Anda juga boleh mengakses Netflix melalui aplikasi Netflix pada TV anda, jika tersedia.

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

WiFi SSID dan kata laluan unit Mesh akan diselaraskan secara automatik kepada router WiFi. Oleh itu, tiada keperluan untuk konfigurasi parameter WiFi.

*WiFi SSID (Pengecam Set Perkhidmatan) ialah nama rangkaian tanpa wayar anda, juga dikenali sebagai ID Rangkaian. Ia boleh dilihat oleh sesiapa sahaja dengan peranti tanpa wayar dalam jarak yang boleh dicapai dari rangkaian anda.

Ya, bayaran pendahuluan anda akan dipulangkan sepenuhnya jika anda membatalkan langganan sebelum pemasangan kotak Astro. Sila WhatsApp “Hi” kepada kami di 03‑9543 3838. Kemudian pilih Billing Services, berikan nombor IC anda jika diminta, dan pilih Refund Request.

Proses bayaran balik akan mengambil masa kira-kira 14 hari untuk diproses dengan bank anda.

Namun, jika anda membatalkan langganan selepas pemasangan kotak Astro (semasa tempoh kontrak anda), caj penamatan awal prorata akan dikenakan.

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.

Starting 1 March 2026, your access to the HBO Max app through Astro will end. If you would like to continue your access to the app service and keep your preferences or account settings, please subscribe to HBO Max as an ala carte add‑on via Astro from RM24.90/month. Additionally, as part of your current subscription, you can access Prime Video and Disney+, which is already included in your subscription at no additional cost.

Selepas penamatan perkhidmatan, anda akan mempunyai dua pilihan bagi pemulangan semula Astro Box dan Kad SIM. Pilihan yang tersedia adalah seperti tertera dibawah.

a. Kutipan di Rumah:

- Pelanggan yang menetap di Semenanjung Malaysia perlu membungkus sendiri kotak Ultra atau Kotak Ulti, Kad SIM ke dalam Pek Risalah yang dibekalkan oleh ejen pihak kurier semasa kutipan semula.

- Pelanggan yang menetap di Sabah atau Sarawak hanya perlu serahkan kotak Ultra atau kotak Ulti serta Kad SIM kepada juruteknik Astro semasa kutipan semula.

ATAU

- Penghantaran Sendiri (Drop Off): Anda perlu membungkus sendiri Kotak Ultra atau Kotak Ulti dan Kad SIM ke dalam kotak sebelum menghantarnya.

- Pelanggan yang menetap di Semenanjung Malaysia boleh menghantar kotak tersebut ke mana-mana cawangan City-Link berdekatan.

Waktu Operasi rakan kurier kami adalah seperti berikut :

City-Link

Isnin - Jumaat: 8:30pg - 6:00ptg
Sabtu: 8:30pg - 1:30 t/hari
Ahad & Cuti Umum : Cuti

- Pelanggan yang menetap di Sabah atau Sarawak boleh menghantar kotak di cawangan City-Link tersenarai dibawah.

Waktu Operasi rakan kurier kami adalah seperti berikut :

City-Link

Isnin - Jumaat: 8:30pg - 6:00ptg

Sabtu: 8:30pg - 1:30 t/hari

Ahad & Cuti Umum : Cuti

Ya, sesiapa sahaja boleh mencipta Astro ID. Namun, hanya pemilik akaun Astro yang boleh memautkan akaun tersebut kepada Astro ID mereka. Jika anda bukan pemilik akaun, anda perlu mendapatkan kebenaran daripada pemilik tersebut untuk melengkapkan proses pemautan.

Occasionally, an additional verification step may be required, such as entering a mobile number. This helps ensure a smooth and secure activation experience.

Langkah 1:

Taipkan ASTRO<jarak>BARCODE<jarak> No Akaun Astro 10 Digit

Contoh:ASTRO BARCODE 0866603852

Langkah 2:

Hantar SMS ke 66688

*Caj standard perkhidmatan telekomunikasi dan Terma & Syarat dikenakan.

You can subscribe to the Astro X3 packs through the following channels:

i. Customer Support: Astro Customer Service, Sales Representatives, or visit Astro Stores for assistance.
ii. WhatsApp: Reach out to our sales agent by sending “Hi” to 03-95433838, select Sign Up, and Connect to Agent.
iii. Astro Official Website: Visit https://product.astro.com.my/tv , choose the Astro X3 packs, and complete the sign-up to start streaming instantly.

Jika Astro tidak menerima bayaran anda menjelang tarikh akhir yang dinyatakan, perkhidmatan ada mungkin terganggu kerana sistem kami akan menggantung akaun anda secara automatik. Jika anda ingin menyambung semula akaun langganan anda, caj sehingga RM42.40 (termasuk SST) boleh dikenakan semasa penyambungan semula.

Ketahui lebih lanjut tentang bayaran penyambungan di sini.

Tidak, ganjaran yang ditawarkan tidak boleh dipindah milik kepada orang lain atau ditukarkan menjadi wang tunai. Bermakna, pemilik akaun sahaja yang boleh menikmati ganjaran itu melalui aplikasi My Astro.

Tidak. Langganan Disney+ melalui Astro tidak boleh dipindahkan kepada langganan terus dengan Disney+.

Jika anda memilih untuk melanggan secara terus dengan Disney+, langganan tersebut akan diuruskan sepenuhnya oleh Disney+. Kami mengesyorkan agar anda menyemak susunan langganan Disney+ semasa anda terlebih dahulu  untuk memastikan ia sesuai dengan keperluan tontonan anda.

Sila ambil perhatian bahawa jika anda melanggan secara terus melalui Disney+ dan pada masa yang sama mengekalkan langganan Disney+ melalui Astro, anda mungkin mempunyai lebih daripada satu langganan Disney+ yang aktif dan dicaj secara berasingan bagi setiap langganan.

Kelajuan Internet minimum yang disyorkan ialah 10 Mbps untuk video HD dan 30 Mbps untuk video 4K UHD.

Anda akan dapat menonton hampir serta-merta semasa strim rancangan melalui Astro Box anda. Masa penimbal untuk video dimuatkan akan bergantung pada kelajuan jalur lebar anda.

Pastikan bahawa:

1. Anda log masuk dengan Astro ID (e-mel atau nombor telefon) dan kata laluan yang betul yang didaftarkan. Jika anda tak ingat kata laluan anda, sila guna fungsi "terlupa kata laluan".
2. Anda mempunyai Astro ID yang dipautkan pada akaun Astro. (nota: Pengguna yang dipaut NJOI tidak akan dapat log masuk ke Astro GO).
3. Akaun Astro anda aktif dan tidak disekat.

Jika poin-poin di atas telah dipenuhi, anda boleh cuba penyelesaian pantas di bawah:

1. Kosongkan cache pada pelayar atau aplikasi anda.
2. Periksa sama ada pelayar atau aplikasi anda adalah yang terkini.
3. Log keluar dan log masuk semula ke dalam pelayar atau aplikasi.
4. Lancarkan semula pelayar atau aplikasi.
5. Hidupkan semula peranti telefon mudah alih anda.
6. Hidupkan semula sambungan Internet anda.

Tidak, anda tidak akan dicaj 8% Cukai Perkhidmatan untuk penyambungan semula yang dilakukan sebelum 1hb Mac 2024. Hanya penyambungan semula yang dilaksanakan pada atau selepas 1hb Mac 2024 tertakluk kepada Cukai Perkhidmatan 8%.

Anda tidak akan dapat menukar antara saluran, menggunakan aplikasi sebagai alat kawalan jauh, melihat saluran kegemaran dan program, menggunakan peringatan masa rancangan program, dan ciri rakaman kawalan jauh.

Dokumen anda akan dikendalikan dengan mematuhi piawaian yang ditetapkan oleh PDPA (Akta Perlindungan Data Peribadi 2010) dan tidak akan digunakan untuk tujuan lain tanpa kebenaran khusus anda.

Sila kemas kini butiran bayaran auto-debit anda melalui Portal My Astro.

Sila gunakan Astro ID anda untuk log masuk ke aplikasi Astro Fibre. Jika anda tidak mempunyai Astro ID, ikuti langkah mudah di sini untuk menciptanya.

Yes, for customers on the Primary, Movies, Movies Plus, Sports, Sports Plus or Premium 1 Pack,
you will still be able to enjoy Viu Premium as an add-on for as low as RM8.40/month (RRP:
RM14.90). Please refer to the table below for the complete pricing:

4K content is currently not supported on the Ultra/Ulti Box. However, you can still enjoy Prime Video in 4K on compatible smart devices.

Sekiranya bil bulanan/suku tahunan/tahunan anda masih belum dikeluarkan sehingga 9hb Jul 2024, Cukai Perkhidmatan 6% akan ditunjukkan dalam bil anda. Bagi pelanggan yang bil telah dikeluarkan, Cukai Perkhidmatan 6% akan ditunjukkan dalam kitaran bil seterusnya.

All new and existing Astro Pay TV customers can subscribe to ZEE5 Premium for only RM10.80/month by visiting www.astro.com.my/zee5.

Please follow the steps below to subscribe:
Step 1: Go to www.astro.com.my/zee5
Step 2: Log in with your Astro ID
Step 3: Key in your email address and proceed to add ZEE5 to your bill
Step 4: Now, enjoy all your favourite shows on ZEE5!