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.

Streaming app entitlement is dependent on the TV Pack you are subscribed to, with some streaming apps available on Astro as an add-to-bill service. Please visit product.astro.com.my/apps to see if you are entitled to your favourite streaming app once it is launched!

Your Astro X3 pack will be activated immediately after you complete your sign-up. Once your sign-up is complete, you can start streaming its content immediately via the Astro app on your Smart TV or through Astro GO on supported devices

a) If you sign up via Astro’s Official Website:
You will be required to create an Astro ID and password during sign-up. Once your subscription is successfully activated, you will receive a "Welcome to Astro" email confirming your activation and can start streaming right away.
To find out more, please visit: Here
i. If you sign up via Astro Sales Agents:
ii. You will receive a “Welcome to Astro” email prompting you to create your Astro ID password and confirming your successful activation. Once your password is set, you can start streaming.

b)Important Notes:

i. When creating your Astro ID, you will be required to use an Astro ID that is not linked to an active Astro account. If the Astro ID (i.e. email address) you enter is already linked to an active Astro account, you will be prompted to use a different Astro ID

ii. However, if the Astro ID you enter is linked to an inactive Astro account, you will have the option to reuse that Astro ID.

Ya, pelanggan akan dikenakan 8% Cukai Perkhidmatan untuk pakej yang dibeli selepas 29hb Februari berikutan perlaksanaan Cukai Perkhidmatan 8% yang berkuat kuasa 1hb Mac 2024.

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.

Ya, kami akan mengaturkan pengambilan peralatan selepas anda menamatkan perkidmatan.
Jika peralatan rosak atau hilang, bayaran penalti akan dikenakan seperti di bawah:

• Astro Box – RM100
• Router – RM200 (Untuk Astro Fibre sahaja)
• Mesh – RM200 setiap satu (Untuk Astro Fibre sahaja)

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.

Ambil gambar atau imbas resit pembayaran anda dan hantarkan ke salah satu platform perhubungan kami.

Yes. The TVBAnywhere+ app can be downloaded on compatible mobile device via the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Once installed, customers can log in with their Astro ID to access the app.

f you decide to switch your existing Asian Favourites selection to Viu Premium, your current
selection will no longer be valid. This means that you will no longer be able to access any
channels or apps that is part of your current selection.

However, if you wish to remain with your existing Asian Favourites selection and enjoy Viu
Premium, please refer to Q8.

Bayaran box RM100 akan dikenakan kepada bil pelanggan seterusnya jika dia gagal memulangkan Astro box & Kar Pintar/Kad SIM.

Bagi pelanggan Astro Fiber baharu dengan penghala RG21, anda akan dibimbing untuk memasang Aplikasi Astro Fiber pada peranti mudah alih anda semasa pemasangan perkhidmatan. Sebagai alternatif, anda boleh merujuk kepada panduan pengguna di sini untuk pemasangan sendiri.

Bayaran pendahuluan hanya dicaj untuk pembelian pek Astro TV. Jika anda melanggan pakej Astro Fiber+TV, hanya satu bulan yuran langganan TV anda (tidak termasuk cukai) perlu dibayar semasa mendaftar. Amaun cukai penuh dan yuran langganan bulan pertama untuk Astro Fiber akan dibayar pada bil bulan pertama anda.

Astro ingin memberikan kemudahan kepada ahli-ahli kami dengan mengumpul semua siri kegemaran, program asli menarik, pengenalan vernakular, siaran langsung sukan dan filem blockbuster tempatan di satu tempat. Pelanggan astro dapat menikmati kemudahan yang dipertingkatkan melalui gabungan Netflix dengan langganan Astro mereka, menyatukan langganan, dan menyediakan akses mudah untuk pembayaran dalam satu bil, pada nilai terbaik.

Tidak, kami tidak dapat memproses jika permintaan dari pihak ketiga. Walau bagaimanapun, anda boleh mengemukakan dokumen-dokumen sokongan (contoh: surat kebenaran, sijil kematian, salinan kad pengenalan pihak ketiga) sekiranya pihak ketiga ingin membuat permohonan penamatan akaun bagi pihak pemegang akaun.

Pembayaran melalui cek akan mengambil masa selama 3-5 hari bekerja untuk ditunaikan. Jika anda ingin tempoh pembayaran yang lebih cepat, kami sarankan agar anda membayar secara dalam talian melalui Astro Quick Pay.

Tidak, tiada sebarang penalti.

Untuk langganan Multiroom semasa menetapkan kotak, jika langganan anda dalam tempoh kontrak 24 bulan. Penalti RM600 yang diprorata akan dikenakan atas mana-mana Astro Box kecuali Ultra Box, iaitu penaltinya berjumlah RM1,000.

Hubungi pusat khidmataan pelanggan kami 03-9543 3838 atau layari di astro.com.my

If you are unable to log in to the Astro Smart TV app, please follow the steps below:

1. Verify Your Astro ID Credentials

• Ensure you are using the correct Astro ID (email address/mobile number) and password.
• If you have forgotten your password, reset it via the Astro login page.

2. Check Your Internet Connection

• Ensure your Smart TV is connected to the internet.
• Test your internet connection by opening another app on the TV.
• Restart your router and Smart TV if necessary.

3. Update the Astro App and TV Software

• Make sure the Astro app is updated to the latest version.
• Check that your Smart TV firmware/software is up to date.

4. Restart the App

• Close the Astro app completely.
• Reopen the app and try signing in again.

5. Reinstall the Astro App

• Uninstall the Astro app from your Smart TV.
• Download and install it again from your TV's app store.
• Attempt to log in once more.

If you are still unable to log in, proceed to submit report via WhatsApp or Feedback Form and provide:

• Smart TV brand and model
• Screenshot/photo of the error message
• Astro ID (email address used for login)
• Details of the troubleshooting steps already performed

This information will help the support team investigate and resolve the issue more quickly.

You will be able to enjoy your Viu Premium membership immediately upon purchase/choosing it
under your Asian Favourites bundle option. For further clarification, feel free to reach out to us
via WhatsApp by typing “Hi” at 03-9543 3838.

If you are interested to upgrade your box, you can do so via one of Astro's retailers or online as follows:

I. Kunjungi https://hub.astro.com.my/#5

II. Pilih satu pek (boleh memilih pek sedia ada) dan teruskan.

III. Di bawah 'Kaedah Pemasangan' pilih pilihan Plug & Play

Bilangan strim serentak yang dibenarkan bergantung pada pelan langganan Disney+ anda:

a. Disney+ Standard: Sehingga 2 strim secara serentak

b. Disney+ Premium: Sehingga 4 strim secara serentak

Within the packs itself, it is not possible to replace or swap out specific services or content. These new packs are designed to provide the best value and content variety at an affordable price. We encourage you to enjoy your experience with the pack and if you’d like, to consider any suitable add-ons for content/service/apps to complement your viewing experience further.

Untuk pelanggan Pek Platinum dan Multiroom Smart TV, Astro GO+ akan dimasukkan secara automatik ke dalam langganan anda.

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

Starting Thursday, November 14, 10 AM, Netflix will increase the prices for Netflix subscriptions across all plans (Basic, Standard, and Premium) in Malaysia. For Astro subscription packs that are bundled with Netflix, the price change will only take effect on 1 March 2025.

If you subscribe to Netflix through Astro, please note the following changes:

1. New Netflix add-on sign-ups: The new prices will take effect immediately.
2. Existing Netflix add-on customers who subscribed before November 14, 2024: The price change will take effect for billing cycles starting on or after November 21, 2024.
3. Astro subscription packs that are bundled with Netflix: The price change will only take effect on March 1, 2025.

Kelajuan Internet minimum yang diperlukan untuk penstriman melalui Ultra Plug & Play Box ialah 30Mbps untuk tontonan UHD 4K dan 10Mbps untuk tontonan HD. Untuk pengalaman penstriman yang lebih baik, kami mengesyorkan 100Mbps dan ke atas.

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!

Dengan melanggan Disney+ melalui Astro, anda boleh menikmati Disney+ serta menguruskan langganan anda dengan lebih mudah melalui satu akaun dan satu bil Astro.

Selain Disney+, anda juga boleh menikmati pelbagai kandungan hiburan melalui Astro, termasuk kandungan tempatan dan antarabangsa, siaran sukan secara langsung, filem, rancangan TV serta kandungan di On Demand.

Astro turut menawarkan fleksibiliti untuk menikmati Disney+, sama ada sebagai langganan tersendiri, digabungkan dengan perkhidmatan penstriman lain, atau disertakan dalam pakej Astro terpilih.

Bergantung pada pilihan langganan anda, anda juga boleh menikmati penjimatan melalui pakej atau promosi yang ditawarkan dari semasa ke semasa.

Untuk pilihan langganan dan tawaran Disney+ terkini, klik di sini.

Want to return your Ultra or Ulti Plug & Play Box? It's simple and free!

Here's what you can do with your unused Ultra/Ulti Plug & Play Box:

1. Return your device to us via Arranged Pick-up:

Step 1: Please call Astro's Contact Centre at 03-9543 3838 to schedule an arranged pick-up by one of our courier partners.

Step 2: Just sit back and relax! A courier agent will come to your doorstep to retrieve the devices.

No, you can only stream the beIN SPORTS CONNECT app on one device at a time.

Astro X3 Packs are available in two contract options:

1. 12-Month Contract Plan – Customers are required to fulfil a one-time 12-month contract commitment. There is no contract renewal required after contract expiry.
2. No-Contract Plan – Customers who prefer greater flexibility may subscribe to a no-contract option, which will be available from December 2026 onwards.

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.

Anda boleh melakukan pembelian tambahan melalui:

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.

Anda boleh melanggan Multiroom (Smart TV) melalui salah satu saluran berikut:

a) Melalui halaman Multiroom
b) WhatsApp “Smart TV” atau hubungi 03-9543 3838
c) Kedai Astro

Anda boleh melawat dan mengikuti langkah-langkah yang ditunjukkan di

https://biz.astro.com.my/home-resources/astrobiz-selfcare-user-guide

untuk mencipta ID Astro anda.

Kebanyakan pelanggan Astro layak menggunakan aplikasi ini di telefon, web, Ultra dan Ulti Box. Anda hanya perlu log masuk dengan Astro ID. Sila ambil perhatian bahawa Astro ID anda mestilah dipautkan ke akaun Astro untuk menggunakan perkhidmatan ini. Klik 'Cipta sekarang!' pada halaman log masuk dan anda akan diberikan panduan untuk mencipta ID Astro jika anda tidak memilikinya.

Muat turun My Astro app atau layari laman web My Astro.

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.

beIN SPORTS CONNECT is the ultimate live streaming sports service that provides you with access to global sporting events both LIVE and on-demand such as major European football leagues and over 3,000 hours of live tennis via Astro's Ultra Box, Ulti Box, mobile app or web.

Ya, tontonan melalui aplikasi Astro Smart TV akan menggunakan satu (1) daripada had tontonan serentak Astro GO anda.

Ya. Caj bagi langganan Disney+ anda akan bermula sebaik sahaja langganan tersebut berjaya ditambah pada akaun Astro anda, walaupun anda belum mengaktifkan atau menggunakan perkhidmatan Disney+.

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.

Yes, you can. Click on Menu > Language and choose your preferred language. Then, click “SAVE”