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.

Ya, pengesahan eKYC adalah wajib. Ia akan mengurangkan pengendalian pelanggan dan maklumat peribadi secara manual, serta melindungi daripada penggunaan yang tidak dibenarkan.

Sila rujuk di bawah untuk menyediakan Ultra Plug & Play Box anda;

Untuk sambung melalui kabel LAN;

1. Matikan Astro Box lama anda.

2. Untuk sambung Ultra Plug & Play Box anda melalui kabel LAN:

a. Cabut kabel LAN daripada Astro Box lama anda dan sambungkan kabel LAN kepada Ultra Plug & Play Box baharu anda.

i. Untuk pelanggan Maxis IPTV, pastikan hujung kabel LAN satu lagi disambungkan ke router anda.

ii. Untuk pelanggan IPTV TIME, cabut hujung kabel LAN yang sama daripada modem anda, sambungkannya ke mana-mana port LAN pada router anda. Pastikan bahawa anda tidak memasang semula kabel LAN anda ke dalam kotak yang sama.

Nota: Jika anda mempunyai modem dua dalam satu; router, anda boleh melangkau langkah ii).

Untuk menyambung melalui Wi-fi;

Cabut kabel LAN anda daripada Astro Box lama anda, dan jangan pasangkannya di Ultra Plug & Play Box baharu anda.

Anda akan dihubungi oleh wakil Astro dalam masa dua hari bekerja untuk menasihati anda tentang tindakan seterusnya.

Tidak, anda tidak akan dikenakan 8% Cukai Perkhidmatan untuk pilihan bil bercetak.

Harap maklum bahawa pelanggan yang terlibat akan dimaklumkan tentang perubahan ini 30 hari sebelum pelaksanaan melalui SMS yang dihantar secara berperingkat (Mulai 1 Julai) dan pengumuman berjadual di WhatsApp, aplikasi My Astro dan laman web Astro.

Bahasa Malaysia (BM) and Traditional Chinese subtitles will be available where rights permit. However, subtitle availability may vary depending on the title.

HBO Max is a brand-new streaming service in Southeast Asia, Taiwan and Hong Kong, raising the bar for quality entertainment. Offering a collection of blockbuster movies, groundbreaking series, iconic hits, best-in-class real-life stories from food, home, lifestyle and documentary, as well as family favourites. Dive into beloved brands and franchises like HBO, Harry Potter, the DC Universe, Cartoon Network, Warner Bros., Discovery and beyond. HBO Max delivers exclusive stories and elevates the streaming experience.

Pek baharu dan akses Netflix di Ultra Box tersedia untuk pelanggan Astro IPTV. Bagaimanapun, pelanggan Astro IPTV di Ulti Box akan dapat menikmati akses kepada Netflix pada peringkat kemudian.

Jika anda mempunyai kabel Astro, alat kawalan jauh atau Astro Box lama di rumah, anda dikehendaki memulangkannya hanya di pusat pengumpulan berdaftar untuk pengendalian dan pengurusan e-sisa yang betul dengan cara yang mesra alam. Klik di sini untuk mencari pusat pengumpulan berdaftar berhampiran anda.

Untuk pertanyaan berkaitan kitar semula, sila klik di sini.

Untuk sebarang isu teknikal, anda boleh melayari halaman Bantuan & Sokongan Astro, kemudian skrol ke bahagian 2. Technical Troubleshooting - Ultra Box / Ulti Box

ATAU

Hantar Hi ke WhatsApp kami di 03-9543 3838, kemudian pilih Help & Support untuk bantuan.

Starting 20 January 2026, all Astro customers can add on the TVBAnywhere+ app to their subscription via their Ultra/Ulti Box, the My Astro app or visit

astro.com.my.

Astro X3 is a new way to become an Astro customer, designed for the big screen. It allows customers to sign up instantly and start streaming Astro directly on their Smart TV—without the need for a set-top box, satellite dish or installation.

Astro GO, on the other hand, is a companion app that comes with every Astro subscription. It extends the experience to smaller screens, enabling customers to watch their content on smartphones, tablets and PCs anytime, anywhere.

All Ultra/Ulti Box customers may watch selected WeTV titles for free on their Astro Box.

Simply follow these steps:

Step 1: Go to your Ultra/Ulti Box Home Page and select WeTV under the Apps rail

Step 2: Click play on any non-VIP titles/episodes and start streaming!

Note: No login is required to stream free content on WeTV.

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

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

Ya, undang-undang cukai perkhidmatan semasa tidak mengecualikan perkhidmatan yang diberikan kepada pelanggan yang tinggal di Labuan, Langkawi, dan Tioman.

The TVBAnywhere+ app supports seven languages: Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, English, Vietnamese, Thai, Bahasa Malaysia and Bahasa Indonesia. For major drama titles, subtitles are available in Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, English, Bahasa Malaysia and Bahasa Indonesia. Subtitle availability may vary depending on the title.

Yes, please visit Astro's Self Service Portal via

myastro.astro.com.my

to update your email address or mobile number.

Untuk temujanji lawatan teknikal, caj semasa tidak akan berubah: Contohnya, Cukai Perkhidmatan 8% diserap oleh pihak Astro. Manakala, bagi caj pemasangan semasa juga tidak akan berubah. Contohnya, Cukai Perkhidmatan 6% asalnya sudah dimasukkan ke dalam caj pemasangan dan baki 2% akan diserap oleh pihak Astro.

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

You can access your WeTV VIP account on up to 2 devices at a time, including your Ultra/Ulti Box. To ensure a smoother streaming experience, please sign out from any unused devices.

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).

Baki akan dikreditkan ke dalam akaun anda, dan ia akan dicerminkan di dalam bil anda yang seterusnya. Baki kredit akan digunakan untuk mengimbangi baki bil anda.

Ultra Box ialah generasi terkini kotak dayaan UHD 4K Astro dengan ciri rakaman Cloud, antara muka baharu yang direka semula, dan resolusi UHD. Hanya sambungkan Ultra Box baharu ke Internet dan kawal hiburan anda serta terokai lebih daripada 100,000 buah video yang menunggu untuk distrimkan pada bila-bila masa. Dengan kemampuan untuk merakam sebanyak mana rancangan yang anda inginkan secara serentak.

Antara muka baharu pada Astro Ultra Box menawarkan pengalaman paparan yang dipertingkat dengan rupa baharu dan rasa dengan ciri-ciri seperti:

· Skrin Laman Utama Baharu - Semuanya yang anda lihat ialah milik anda

· Terokai VOD - Terokai 100k video, strim pada bila-bila masa, di mana-mana sahaja termasuk dalam 4K UHD

· Carian - Carian lebih pantas dan lebih mudah

· Main dari Mula - Anda terlepas permulaan? Hanya mulakan semula

· Berhenti Di Sini, Teruskan Di Sana - Berhenti pada satu skrin dan teruskan pada peranti lain

· Berbilang Skrin - Strim dengan lancar merentasi apa jua peranti

· Rakaman Cloud - Rakam semua program yang anda inginkan pada masa yang sama

. **Tontonan berterusan - Teruskan menonton rancangan kegemaran anda semasa hujan.

Nota: ** Kecuali 4K UHD, Astro First dan semua saluran radio

Ya, kami akan menjadualkan pengambilan peralatan selepas anda menghentikan perkhidmatan Astro & Broadband. Jika peralatan rosak atau hilang, bayaran penalti sebanyak RM 530 (termasuk Cukai Kerajaan) akan dikenakan.

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 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.

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.

Astro customers with the Ultra or Ulti Box can access Prime Video via their Ultra/Ulti Box or stream directly using the Prime Video app. If you have not yet upgraded to Astro’s Ultra/Ulti Box, please reach out to us on WhatsApp by sending “Hi” to 03-9543 3838.

Viu is available on the Ultra/Ulti Box for Astro customers to enjoy, as well as www.viu.com and
the Viu mobile app. If you have yet to upgrade to our latest Ultra/Ulti Box, please reach out to us
via WhatsApp by typing “Hi” at 03-9543 3838.

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

Jangan risau, wakil kami akan menghubungi anda dalam masa 24 jam.

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

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.

The iQIYI App is an on-demand video streaming service provided by iQIYI that was first launched in June 2019 in more than 191 countries providing the best Asian dramas to viewers across the world. iQIYI allows subscribers to watch all their favourite Asian entertainment including dramas, variety shows, movies and anime, with subtitles in multiple languages and equipped with Dolby Atmos for the most immersive experience at their fingertips.

Zee5 is the only app that has a change in price upon the SST increase. Prices of Netflix, Disney+ , Viu, iQIYI, WeTV and Qalbox will not be affected.

Ya. Anda boleh membuat pembayaran menggunakan kad kredit melalui Portal My Astro:

- Untuk pembayaran sekali: Semua kad debit/kredit yang dijamin Master/Visa 3D yang dikeluarkan oleh bank di Malaysia

- Untuk debit automatik: Semua kad debit/kredit yang dijamin Master/Visa/AMEX yang dikeluarkan oleh bank di Malaysia

Ya, anda hanya memerlukan kelulusan sekali sahaja dan tidak memerlukan anda memohon setiap bulan.

Sila ikuti langkah di bawah:

Langkah 1: Isikan Borang Pindahan Pemilikan Peralatan (Bahagian A & Bahagian B)

Langkah 2: Sediakan Surat Akuan Janji jika pemegang akaun semasa meninggal dunia atau tidak dapat dihubungi. (Nota: Salinan sijil kematian diperlukan jika pemegang akaun meninggal dunia).

Langkah 3: Sediakan salinan KP pemohon baharu untuk warganegara Malaysia atau salinan pasport untuk bukan warganegara Malaysia atau salinan Pas IMM13 dengan sah laku sekurang-kurangnya 6 bulan untuk Pelarian. (Nota: Nama ASTRO mesti dipaparkan di sudut kiri atas pada kedua-dua belah salinan kad pengenalan).

Langkah 4: Sebarang baki tertunggak perlu dibayar penuh untuk semua akaun berkaitan (jika ada).

Langkah 5: Serahkan semua dokumen melalui Borang Maklum Balas.

Langkah 6: Pelanggan akan menerima panggilan daripada pasukan pengesahan kami (Nota: Tempoh masa untuk pemindahan pemilikan peralatan ialah 3-5 hari bekerja selepas menerima semua dokumentasi lengkap).

Nota:

1. Siaran mungkin hilang semasa pemprosesan pemindahan pemilikan peralatan, pembahagian atau gabungan peralatan.

2. Program yang dirakam akan dikeluarkan untuk pengguna PVR.

3. Sebarang baki tertunggak perlu dibayar penuh untuk semua akaun berkaitan.

4. Pemegang akaun baharu bersetuju untuk meneruskan baki kontrak daripada akaun pemilik sebelumnya (jika ada).

5. Pembayaran secara Auto Debit akan terbatal selepas penerimaan pemindahan pemilikan peralatan (jika ada).

Syarat tambahan untuk Pemilik Baharu

Had umur pemohon ialah 21 tahun

Warganegara Malaysia berumur < 26 tahun dan Bukan Warganegara Malaysia – memerlukan salinan bil utiliti (Telefon, Internet, Air atau Elektrik)

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.