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.

Pembayaran masa nyata ditunaikan hampir serta-merta. Namun, penyelenggaraan sistem secara harian dilakukan antara 12 tengah malam sehingga 3 pagi, dan sebarang pembayaran semasa tempoh ini ditangguhkan sehingga penyelenggaraan sistem selesai.

Malangnya, Aplikasi Astro Fibre ini hanya disokong dengan penghala RG21 atau RG31 (dilancarkan tidak lama lagi). Untuk sebarang pertanyaan, sila hubungi Pusat Perhubungan Pelanggan kami di 03 – 9543 1543 dan ejen Astro akan sedia membantu anda dengan segera.

Tidak, penukaran tarikh akhir ini tidak akan memberi kesan kepada langganan bil bulanan anda.

Yes, for customers on the Entertainment, Entertainment Plus, Premium 2, Premium 3 or
Platinum Pack, you may remain with your current Asian Favourites selection: Chinese, Indian or
Indonesian. If you would like to add Viu Premium to your bundle, you may do so for only
RM8.40/month (RRP: RM21.90). Please reach out to us via WhatsApp by typing “Hi” at 03-9543
3838 to add Viu Premium to your subscription.

Perkhidmatan Astro Multiroom mencerminkan semua rancangan daripada langganan utama anda, kecuali Minat Khas dan saluran Pay-Per-View seperti filem Astro First/Best.

Bagi pelanggan dengan kotak Multiroom, gabungan Plug & Play dengan Astro Broadband tidak akan mempunyai capaian ke NHK dan Saluran Radio. Bagi gabungan Plug & Play tanpa Astro Broadband tidak akan mempunyai capaian ke NHK World, Saluran Radio dan Sky News.

Kami sedang bekerjasama dengan pasukan Sony untuk memastikan anda dapat menikmati saluran 4K UHD ini dalam masa terdekat. Kami akan memaklumkan kepada anda sebaik sahaja saluran-saluran ini tersedia.

Ya, pelanggan akan dikenakan Cukai Perkhidmatan sebanyak 8% ke atas caj penukaran untuk sebarang perkhidmatan yang diberikan pada atau selepas 1hb Mac 2024.

Tidak. Astro GO merupakan manfaat PERCUMA eksklusif untuk pelanggan dengan langganan Astro. Sekiranya anda tidak mempunyai akaun langganan Astro, sila lawati astro.com.my untuk mengetahui lebih lanjut.

Sebarang pakej dengan Entertainment Plus akan merangkumi Netflix. Tawaran Netflix secara amnya adalah Netflix Standard (2 skrin dan paparan HD) sebagai sebahagian daripada langganan Entertainment Plus anda. Anda boleh menaik taraf sehingga Netflix Premium (4 skrin dan paparan UHD 4K) pada harga sebanyak RM 10 (termasuk cukai kerajaan).

Nota: Untuk langganan di atas, anda boleh menggunakan alamat e-mel yang digunakan untuk langganan anda yang sedia ada dengan Netflix untuk diaktifkan dan pengebilan akan datang bagi Netflix akan dipindahkan ke caj gabungan Astro anda. Bagi pengguna yang dikenakan bil untuk Netflix melalui Apple sebelum menyertai gabungan Astro, adalah diingatkan untuk membatalkan pengaturan pengebilan Apple anda selepas mengaktifkan gabungan Astro lain kerana anda mungkin dikenakan caj dua kali ganda untuk akaun Netflix anda. Jika anda tidak mempunyai gabungan yang merangkumi Netflix, anda juga boleh menambah langganan Netflix baharu ke Bil Astro anda untuk kemudahan pengebilan.

Jika anda tidak mempunyai pakej yang merangkumi Netflix, anda juga boleh menambah langganan Netflix baharu ke Bil Astro anda untuk kemudahan pengebilan.

Anda akan menerima dua Notifikasi SMS dengan nombor penjejakan secara berasingan daripada perkhidmatan kurier, satu untuk Plug and Play Box dan satu untuk kad SIM Astro. Sila jangkakan Notifikasi SMS ini akan dihantar kepada anda dalam masa 2-3 hari bekerja selepas serahan pesanan berjaya (dalam talian atau melalui peruncit).

Kami akan mencadangkan pelayar berikut untuk proses pengesahan yang lancar:

• Google Chrome

• Microsoft Edge

• Mozilla Firefox

• Safari

Pembayaran yang berjaya melalui JomPAY akan disiarkan dalam masa nyata.

All new and existing Astro TV customers can subscribe to WeTV VIP for only RM10.50/month by following the steps below:

Step 1: Go to www.astro.com.my/product/apps/wetv and select Get it now

Step 2: Log in with your Astro ID

Step 3: Key in your mobile number and proceed to add WeTV to your bill

Step 4: Once you have validated your mobile number via the OTP code, you will be able to enjoy VIP-exclusive shows on WeTV!

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.

Sun NXT app allows you to create a separate kids profile for children below the age of 12. Once you log into the kids’ profile, you will be required to enter a password before you can switch back to the adult profile. All content specific to children will be tagged as 'Kids Content' and only such restricted content will be accessible through the kids’ profile.

Once your 12-month contract period ends, you will continue to enjoy your Astro X3 Pack at the same monthly subscription fee as your per your initial plan, subject to Astro's prevailing terms and conditions and any future changes communicated in advance. There will be no price change upon contract expiry. Pricing is as outlined below.

Note: All prices quoted are excluding SST

Sila bungkus kotak dengan rapi sebelum dihantar ke cawangan rakan kurier. Sekiranya anda mempunyai kesukaran untuk membungkus kotak tersebut, anda boleh ke cawangan rakan kurier kami untuk bantuan.

Video On Demand (VOD) ialah cara baharu untuk menikmati Astro anda, secara percuma* sebagai sebahagian daripada langganan anda. Berikut adalah perkara yang anda boleh lakukan dengan menonton rancangan anda melalui VOD:

1. Pilih rancangan yang anda mahukan pada bila-bila masa tanpa perlu menunggu rancangan anda ke udara.

2. Ikuti episod yang anda terlepas atau tonton semua episod dengan segera.

3. Jedakan, putar balik, atau marakan ke hadapan kepada bahagian kegemaran rancangan anda.

4. Tonton episod penuh tanpa potongan.

5. Tiada gangguan cuaca atau lain-lain ketika masa tontonan anda.

6. Layari pustaka kami bagi rancangan yang disyorkan untuk anda berdasarkan sejarah tontonan anda. Semua yang anda lihat adalah percuma dan sebagai sebahagian daripada langganan anda.

7. Untuk menyewa filem blockbuster tambahan berdasarkan Pay-Per-View, lawati bahagian 'Store' dalam pustaka VOD kami.

Kami telah menghentikan tawaran kotak PVR kepada pelanggan kami. Anda boleh memilih Ultra Box terkini yang menyokong UHD 4K. Untuk maklumat lanjut, layari https://product.astro.com.my/box.

Anda juga boleh menghubungi kami di 03-7481 8000 untuk pertanyaan lanjut atau untuk mendaftar Ultra Box.

Sila pastikan bahawa:

a. Langganan Astro anda merangkumi Disney+. Anda boleh menyemaknya melalui aplikasi atau laman web My Astro di bawah Manage Subscription → Add-ons.

b. Langganan Disney+ anda telah diaktifkan. Anda boleh menyemak status pengaktifan melalui aplikasi atau laman web My Astro di bawah Manage Subscription → Add-ons.

c. Anda menggunakan alamat e-mel atau nombor telefon yang betul yang dikaitkan dengan akaun Disney+ anda.

Jika anda masih menghadapi masalah untuk log masuk, sila WhatsApp atau hubungi Pusat Khidmat Pelanggan Astro di +603 9543 3838.

Sila pastikan anda menstrim dengan peranti yang disokong. Astro GO hanya boleh digunakan bersama platform yang disokong; peranti mudah alih (telefon dan tablet) dan laman web.

Sekiranya anda masih menghadapi masalah, sila buat laporan melalui WhatsApp atau Borang Maklum Balas.

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.

If you see this message, it means your Astro account has reached the maximum number of devices allowed for registration.
Please perform the following checks and troubleshooting steps:

1. Manage Your Registered Devices

• Go to www.astrogo.com.my or open the Astro GO app.
• Log in using your Astro ID and password.
• Review the list of registered devices.
• Remove a device that you no longer use.
• Return to your new device and try signing in again.

If you are unable to remove a device or continue to see the error message, proceed to submit report via WhatsApp or Feedback Form and provide:

• Astro ID use
• Smart TV model
• OS version
• Error reported on device

This will help our support team investigate and assist you further.

Note: Please be aware that only one Smart TV device is allowed per account at any point in time.

Jika anda inginkan maklumat lanjut, sila lawati halaman Multiroom kami melalui tapak web Astro di sini.

Untuk melihat terma dan syarat, klik di sini.

You can cancel your WeTV VIP subscription via WeTV’s official website or mobile app.

Kindly note that we will not be able to offer a refund if you do decide to leave the WeTV app before your subscription period ends.

Ya, anda boleh periksa status pemohonan anda menerusi aplikasi/lama sesawang MyAstro.

Tujuannya ialah memudahkan anda dan membolehkan anda melengkapkan pendaftaran tanpa perlu memberikan dokumen salinan keras secara fizikal kepada ejen jualan. Proses pengesahan identiti membantu untuk mengukuhkan Akaun anda dan melindunginya daripada penggunaan yang tidak dibenarkan.

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.

Ya, bagi memudahkan urusan, anda boleh meminta ahli keluarga atau rakan anda untuk membantu membuat penghantaran tersebut ke cawangan terdekat rakan kurier kami.

Hanya Kad Kredit dan Kad Debit Visa, MasterCard, dan American Express yang dikeluarkan oleh bank di Malaysia dapat diterima oleh saluran bayaran milik Astro. Rakan kongsi rasmi pembayaran Astro mungkin mempunyai polisi yang berbeza - sila periksa dengan rakan kongsi pembayaran pilihan anda untuk maklumat terkini.

Anda diberi tempoh 90 hari untuk memulangkan Astro Box dan Kad SIM sebelum caj dikenakan ke dalam bil. Caj di dalam bil akan diletakkan sebagai “Box Fee” selepas tempoh masa 90 hari berakhir.

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

Bayaran akan mengambil sedikit masa sebelum dipaparkan dalam akaun aplikasi My Astro. Jika anda mengalami sebarang masalah lanjut atau bayaran masih tidak dipaparkan dalam aplikasi My Astro, sila hubungi wakil Astro kami untuk menangani mana-mana isu dengan bayaran anda di 03-9543 3838.

Tidak, proses pengesahan eKYC harus dilakukan oleh individu itu sendiri menggunakan MyKad dan swafoto pada masa nyata.

Untuk pelanggan yang ingin melanggan Multiroom dengan pemasangan kotak,

(i) pelanggan pada pakej lama (contoh Family Pack, Starter Pack, Value Pack, Super Pack atau Super Pack Plus) perlu melanggan ke pakej baharu kami terlebih dahulu dengan menghantar "Switch" ke 03-9543 3838 melalui WhatsApp;

(ii) pelanggan pada pakej Astro yang baharu boleh melanggan dengan melawati product.astro.com.my/multiroom atau WhatsApp "Hai" ke 03-9543 3838.

BYOND / PVR / Ultra Box

Untuk penanggalan SAHAJA - PERCUMA

Untuk pemasangan SAHAJA - RM65

Untuk penanggalan & pemasangan - RM65

Broadband / IPTV

Pemindahan dalam tempoh 6 bulan permulaan kontrak akan dikenakan bayaran pemindahan RM500.00, dan kontrak akan diperbaharui kepada kontrak baru 24 bulan.

Pemindahan selepas 6 bulan kontrak bermula, kontrak akan diperbaharui kepada kontrak baru 24 bulan.

Nota Untuk Pelanggan IPTV:

1. Dengan permintaan pemindahan, semua pelanggan IPTV akan ditukar kepada perkhidmatan Astro & Broadband kami. Pelanggan boleh memilih untuk mendapatkan perkhidmatan Astro standard dengan piring satelit, atau unicast Plug & Play tanpa piring satelit.

2. Jika pelanggan memilih untuk memiliki piring satelit, tambahan RM150.00 akan dikenakan untuk pemasangan satelit. Jika pelanggan memilih untuk mempunyai perkhidmatan unicast Plug & Play, piring satelit tidak diperlukan, oleh itu tiada caj tambahan akan dikenakan.

*Sila ambil perhatian bahawa caj tambahan mungkin dikenakan jika proses pemasangan semula memerlukan kabel/pemasangan tambahan.

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.

If the Astro Smart TV app crashes on your Smart TV, please follow the steps below:

1. Clear the App Cache

• Clear the Astro Smart TV application cache on your Smart TV.
• Once completed, relaunch the Astro Smart TV app.
• Check if the issue has been resolved.

2. Reinstall the Astro Smart TV App

• Uninstall the Astro Smart TV app from your Smart TV.
• Download and install the latest version of the Astro app from your TV's app store.
• Launch the app after installation.
• Try playing content again to verify whether the issue has been resolved.

If the app continues to crash after completing the above steps, proceed to submit report via WhatsApp or Feedback Form and provide:

• Astro ID use
• Smart TV model
• OS version
• Details of the content being played when the crash occurs

This will help our support team investigate and assist you further.