Currently, this change affects SMS bills only. Other SMSs such as (but not limited to) bill reminders, payment notifications, promotional SMSs or technical appointment reminders will still be sent to you if applicable.

electronic Know-Your-Customer (eKYC) is an online process of identifying and verifying individual customers using electronic means. This enables a person to be an Astro customer anytime and anywhere, hassle-free and helps to secure your Astro account by protecting it from unauthorised usage.

No, Astro GO is a free app for Astro customers. The content available on Astro GO will depend on the subscription pack that you are subscribed to.

If you do not have an Astro subscription, please click here to find out packages available.

Currently, e‑Invoicing is not mandatory for all customers. However, it is mandatory for customers who subscribe to Astro Fibre or Broadband services, as this follows the Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia’s (IRBM) national e‑Invoicing requirement.

For other Astro services, e‑Invoicing is optional, but customers are encouraged to opt in as it supports quicker processing, smoother transactions and a more seamless billing and tax compliance experience over 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.

Astro Multiroom service mirrors all content from your primary subscription, except selected Special Interest and pay-per-view channels such as Astro First/Best movies.

For customers with Multiroom box, the Plug & Play setup with Astro Broadband will not have access to NHK World. The Plug & Play setup without Astro Broadband will not have access to NHK World.

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.

Below are the details of the Sun NXT pricing options for Astro customers.

Astro & Broadband comes with 24-month contract commitment.

There are a few ways you can access Netflix on the Ultra Box as below:

• Access Netflix on the Ultra/Ulti Box via the Home Screen and select the Netflix app from the Apps row.
• Launch the Netflix app directly from their remote control by clicking on the “Netflix” button if it’s available on your remote control.
• Tune into CH 741

IMPORTANT! If you are accessing Netflix on your Ultra/Ulti Box for the first time, please wait for the Netflix activation email from Astro (this may take up to 10 minutes) for the app to be reflected in your account. If you skip this 10-minute period, you may experience double charging by incorrectly signing up for Netflix using your credit card details.

Yes, a switching fee of RM 10 will be incurred when you unsubscribe from Sun NXT Premium or downgrade your subscription tier. However, for customers unsubscribing from Sun NXT Premium via Astro's Self-Service Portal, this fee will not apply.

You can recover your Netflix subscription  here.

You must subscribe to an Astro subscription (NJOI customers are not eligible) in order to get the Ulti Box.

The eligibility criteria for the Ulti Box are as follows:

New Customers

All new Astro customers with a monthly subscription fee of below RM100 will be entitled to select the Ulti Box upon signing up for Astro’s packages.

Existing Customers (Box Upgrade for Primary or Multiroom)

Existing customers are required to have an internet connection at home with a recommended internet speed of 10Mbps and above in order to upgrade your existing box to Ulti Box.

Note:

· Existing Ultra Box customers are not eligible for a swap to the Ulti Box.

· If your existing box is a PVR, you will lose access to all the recordings stored in the PVR

Multiroom (New subscription)

Customers subscribing for an additional multiroom subscription are entitled to select the Ulti Box as part of the subscription.

Astro & Broadband offers Astro content with Astro Fibre, Maxis Fibre Broadband and Allo City Broadband for customers to enjoy the best entertainment through Astro while staying connected with high-speed internet.

With the current Astro & Broadband plans, customers will enjoy substantial savings bychoosing their desired broadband speed from 30Mbps - 800Mbps to accompany their Astro packages.

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).

If you experience constant loading or buffering while watching content on the Astro Smart TV app, please follow the steps below:

1. Update Your Smart TV Software

• Ensure your Smart TV is running the latest software or firmware version.
• Check for updates in your TV's Settings menu and install any available updates.

2. Restart Your Devices

• Turn off and restart the following devices:
  • Router
  • Modem (if applicable)
  • Smart TV
• Wait a few minutes for all devices to reconnect and stabilize.
• Relaunch the Astro app and test the VOD content again.

3. Clear the Astro App Cache

• Clear the application cache on your Smart TV.
• After clearing the cache, reopen the Astro app and check if the buffering issue has been resolved.

4. Reinstall the Astro App

• Uninstall the Astro app from your Smart TV.
• Download and install the latest version from your TV's app store.
• Launch the app and test any content again.

5. Still Experiencing Buffering Issues?

• Check whether other devices on the same network are heavily using the internet.
• Use a LAN cable for a more stable connection if possible.

If you are still having issues, proceed to submit report via WhatsApp or Feedback Form and provide:

• Astro ID use
• Smart TV model
• OS version
• Type of internet connection (Wi‑Fi or LAN)
• Screenshot/photo of the error message

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

For other boxes, customers are advised to recycle them at registered collection centres for proper handling and management of e-waste in an environmentally sound manner. Click here to find a registered collection centre nearby.

For all recycling-related questions, please click here.

Astro sends regular payment reminders to customers via SMS until their current charges have been paid. However, we encourage customers to pay their bill as soon as possible to avoid disconnection of Astro service. Please reach out to us here if you require more information about payment reminders or to change your contact details.

Returning your Astro box & Smart card/SIM card is a very simple process.

For existing Ultra Box or Ulti Box user, call 03-9543 3838 to schedule our courier partner to come pick up the box or drop them off at the closest Astro Service Centre or Exclusive Partner near you. Click here to find a Customer Service Centre (CSC) or Astro Exclusive Partner (AEP) near you.

For any unreturned Ultra Box or Ulti Box, a box fee of RM100 may be charged to your account.

For all other boxes, please recycle your box at a registered collection center that will properly manage the boxes in an environmentally friendly way. Click here to find a registered collection center near you.

The Personal Video Recorder (PVR) is Astro's High Definition (HD)decoder which comes with a recording function and can be connected to Wi-Fi to access videos on demand. The PVR comes with the following features:

HIGH DEFINITION (HD):High Definition offers greater detail than Standard Definition including vibrant colour and multi-dimensional audio.

CONTROL LIVE TV: Record, Pause, Play & Rewind your favourite TV programmes at any moment. The PVR comes with storage capacity of 500GB (200 hours of HD recording)

ON DEMAND: Experience the new way of watching Astro. Gain access to a library of up to 50,000 On Demand titles that you can pick and watch instantly.

Astro Fibre WiFi router is a dual-band edge Residential Gateway which supports two frequency bands 2.4GHz and 5GHz.

If you encounter this message while using the Astro app on your Smart TV, please follow the steps below:

1. Update Your Smart TV Software

• Ensure your Smart TV is running the latest software or firmware version.
• Check for available updates in your TV's Settings menu and install them if available.

2. Restart Your Devices

• Turn off and restart the following devices:

• Router
• Modem (if applicable)
• Smart TV

• Wait a few minutes for the internet connection to stabilize.
• Launch the Astro Smart TV app again and test the playback.

3. Clear the Astro App Cache

• Clear the application cache on your Smart TV.
• Once completed, reopen the Astro app and check if the issue persists.

4. Reinstall the Astro App

• Uninstall the Astro app from your Smart TV.
• Download and install the latest version from your TV's app store.
• Open the app and test the playback again.

If you are still having issues, proceed to submit report via WhatsApp or Feedback Form and provide:

• Astro ID use
• Smart TV model
• OS version
• Type of internet connection (Wi‑Fi or LAN)
• Screenshot/photo of the error message

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

No. If you are a non-Astro subscriber, you will still be able to create an Astro ID, but access and use of Astro's digital services will be limited. If you are an Astro subscriber, please link your Astro ID to your Astro account number to enjoy exclusive access to all of Astro's digital services.

To reconnect your Astro account, please check your Account status, Bill Summary and pay on Astro Quick Pay. Your disconnected services will resume within 1 hour after you have paid your "Total Overdue Charges"

No, you will not be automatically switched to the new pricing. To perform a manual switch, please contact us at 03-9543 3838.

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.

To set up a Mesh WiFi network around your house, the Mesh unit will need to be paired with the WiFi router. Steps to pair these two devices are as follows:

i. Place the Mesh unit close to the WiFi router (within 2 meters) and power it on

ii. After the Mesh unit starts up, press and hold the WPS buttons of the Mesh unit and the WiFi router for 3 - 5 seconds in turn within 2 minutes

iii. After the WLAN and Internet indicators of the Mesh turns steady blue, the Mesh is connected to the Internet

iv. Move the Mesh to the desired place where you need to expand WiFi and power it on. After the Internet indicator turns steady blue, WiFi is expanded successfully.

The 2 months of access will expire exactly two months after your account is activated. For example:

• If you activate on 24 April 2025, your access will expire on 23 June 2025.
• If you activate on 10 May 2025, your access will expire on 9 July 2025.
• If you activate on 23 June 2025, your access will expire on 22 August 2025.

Astro customers can subscribe to Simply South at only RM10.00 per month (excluding tax).

Please refer to the Welcome Card inside the Plug & Play Box package and scan the QR code. You may choose to watch either the self-installation video or the Augmented Reality (AR) Installation Video to activate your Plug & Play Box. You can also download the Installation Guide from the Astro Get Started Page.

Please install and activate your Plug & Play Box within 7 days of receiving your Plug & Play Box and Astro SIM card. If you are unable to activate your Plug & Play Box within 7 days, the Plug & Play Box will be automatically activated by Astro on the 8th day.

The billing and warranty of the Plug & Play Box shall begin on the same date of which the Plug & Play Box is activated.

In the event that you have ordered more than one (1) Plug & Play Box, please refer to the Astro SIM card letter (included with the Astro SIM card delivery) to match the right Astro SIM card to the respective Plug & Play Box. Each Astro SIM card has been paired with a specific Plug & Play Box, thus the correct matching of box and SIM card is required for it to work properly.

Please ensure that your mobile number is up to date in our database to ensure that payment reminders are sent to the right person.

You can do so via:

1. Astro Self-Service Portal

2. Call our Customer Call Centre (CCC)

**Only account holder can update the mobile number

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.

Not to worry, our representative will be contacting you within 24 hours.

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.

This exercise currently only affects person-to-person SMS with URL links. However, the blocking of SMS sent by businesses via short codes such as 6XXXX, 3XXXX, 2XXXX and 1XXXX will be implemented at a later phase. In response to this government initiative, Astro customers will no longer receive SMS bills effective 1 August 2023. This change will be carried out in phases.

Please switch your preferred Bill Delivery Method using our self-service portals via My Astro Web or My Astro app. Please click here to download the app on your mobile device or login to My Astro Web.

As a rule of thumb, this issue might happen when the devices are not equipped with minimum requirement above that supports the subscribed internet speeds:

• WiFi technology
• Network Interface Card (NIC)

As mentioned above however, it is important to note that despite meeting the device minimum requirements, it is not a guarantee that devices connected over WiFi will be able to achieve maximum subscribed internet speeds due to the following:

1. Bad WiFi signal quality and coverage across the area due to:
   • Distance from the RGW/Mesh AP with connected device
   • Obstruction within the house (walls, metallic surfaces)
   • Interference with other household appliances
2. Congested bandwidth
   • If there are too many devices connected to the WiFi network, then the bandwidth might be overloaded with traffic hence, slowing down the speed
3. Devices are connected using WiFi instead of wired using LAN.
   • It is important to note that wired connection offers better reliability and speed over WiFi.
   • WiFi is more prone to interference compared to a wired connection which causes lower speeds and dropped signal.
4. Router Positioning: Most people underestimate the importance of picking a good spot for a Wi-Fi router. Even a small shift in positioning could end up being the difference between day and night:
   • High vs. Low: Put the router as high up as possible to extend the broadcasting range of the radio waves. This also helps clear the router of possible interferences.
   • Concrete & Metals: Make sure your router isn’t blocked by any other objects, especially devices that are electronic. Also, avoid placing your router in your basement as this area is usually enclosed by a lot of concrete, which can be almost impossible for Wi-Fi signals to penetrate.
   • Distance to Router: The further away from your router you get, the weaker the Wi-Fi signal. Therefore, the best option is to place your router as close to your devices as possible, but this is only practical if you have one main area where you tend to use your devices. Otherwise, you should place your router near the center of your home. After all, Wi-Fi broadcasts in 360 degrees, so it doesn’t make sense to put it at one end of the house.
5. Usage
   • More likely, however, is that the people on your network such as friends, roommates, or family members are participating in bandwidth-heavy activities like gaming and streaming Ultrabox/Netflix.
   • Fortunately, if this is the case, you can prioritize your own network traffic by enabling Quality of Service in your router settings.
   • If the problem persists, please run a Ping Test/Traceroute Test and attach the picture or screenshot of both test results in the Feedback Form below, in order for us to provide further assistances. Please make sure to attach the required screenshot(s) in ONE file (i.e. Microsoft Word document, PDF, Image file) before submitting the form.

Note:
Astro and its service providers will not offer any guarantees for compatibility of the customer's equipment (e.g., Personal Computer, Notebook, printers) nor provide on site troubleshooting for WiFi service issues related to the customer's equipment.

To subscribe to the Netflix 24-month ala-carte plan, you'll need to upgrade your current Astro subscription to an Astro One Pack. Once upgraded, the Netflix 24- month ala-carte plan will be available for both the Astro One Entertainment and Sport Pack.

No as the account must be in

‘Active’

status to proceed with the termination.

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.

Yes, your advance payment will be fully refunded if you cancel your subscription before the Astro box installation. Please WhatsApp "Hi" to us at 03-9543 3838. Then select Billing Services, provide your IC number if requested, and choose Refund Request.

The refund process will take approximately 14 days for processing with your issuing bank.

However, if you decide to cancel your subscription after the Astro box installation (during your contract period), a prorated early termination fee will apply.

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.

Yes, watching on the Astro Smart TV app will utilise one (1) of your Astro Go concurrency.