There will be no changes to your billing cycle.

It will take around 10 to 15 minutes before you are able to view your purchase.

You can subscribe to Multiroom (Smart TV) through any of the following channels:

a) Online via the Multiroom page
b) WhatsApp “Smart TV” or call 03-9543 3838
c) Astro Stores

For Residential Astro Pay TV customers: You may change your contract from e.g., 12-month to 24-month without incurring a switching fee or cancellation fee. However, if you change your contract from e.g., 24-month to 12-month, will be charged a cancellation fee accordingly if still within minimum term (contract) period. No switching fee applicable.

WeTV offers a wide range of hot and exclusive content in advance for WeTV VIP members, which includes WeTV Originals, series, dramas and many more. With a VIP subscription, you can also enjoy all these exciting content with the ability to skip advertisements to stream without interference and watch your favourite shows on two devices at the same time!

VIP membership privileges:

1. Premium Content on WeTV only

2. Enjoy VIP content on two devices at the same time

3. Watch the content in advance before anyone else!

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.

You will be charged 8% Service Tax on Astro Pay TV services rendered on or after 1st March 2024, whereas your Astro Fibre including Mesh will remain at 6% Service Tax.

"Payment Due Date" refers to the payment deadline for your Astro bills each month.

If your Astro service is suspended, your Disney+ subscription will be paused and will only resume once your Astro service has been reinstated.

If your Astro service is terminated, your Disney+ subscription through Astro will also be terminated.

If you're trying to visit a website and it won't load, but others do, there could be a variety of causes. If the site itself is down, there's not much you can do but wait.

If you can load the site on other computers or devices (make sure you try different means of connecting to the internet), there may be an issue with your computer or network.

There are some quick fixes that will solve most problems, but you may have to get your hands a little dirty.

1. Try loading the site on a different device.
   • Try loading the website on your phone or on another computer. If the website loads on the other device, the problem lies with your computer.
   • If the website doesn't load on another device, the problem is either with the network
2. Restart your computer.
   • Oftentimes, a simple reboot will fix the problem you're having. Reboot your computer and test the website again.
3. Try loading the site in a different browser.
   • There may be some settings configured incorrectly on your browser. Try a different web browser to see if you can load the website.
4. Temporarily disable your antivirus program.
   • Your antivirus software may be interfering with your ability to load certain websites.
   • Try disabling the software and then loading the site again. Make sure you enable it again once you have identified the problem.
5. Reset your modem and router.
   • Traffic to or from a certain website may be getting tripped up by your modem or router. Resetting these devices may allow you to access the website again.
6. Check your computer's date and time settings.
   • If your date or time is set incorrectly, you may not be able to connect to secure (https://) websites.
   • Check your computer or mobile device's clock to make sure that it is set to the correct time and date.

In the event the problem persists, please provide below details for further escalation:

i. List of websites effected.
ii. Run the Speed Test via LAN (cable) and Wi-Fi connection - Please click here for Speed Test guideline.
iii. Run the Traceroute Test - Please click here for Traceroute Test guideline.
iv. Run the Ping Test - Please click here for Ping Test guideline.

Once you've gathered all the results, kindly send them all through the Feedback Form below.

Quick Info
A Speedtest is a service that provides free analysis of Internet access parameters, such as connection data rate.
A Ping Test shows how long it takes for packets to reach host.
A Traceroute Test traces the route of packets to destination host from our server.

The new Astro First (channel 480) serves as the one-stop, ultimate home cinema offering the biggest and latest local and international blockbuster films where you can:-

• Enjoy value for money viewing for local and international movies from only RM15* per movie (*excluding tax).

• Watch each movie for up to 12 different times over 48 hours* at your convenience (*unless stated otherwise).

• Watch local/regional movies or international movies from Hollywood studios as recent as 2 weeks or 3 months respectively from Malaysia’s cinematic release, in addition to exclusive titles only available on Astro First.

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

You can access your Viu Premium account on up to five (5) devices at a time. To ensure a
smoother streaming experience, please sign out from any unused devices.

Please submit your issue

here

or you can WhatsApp us at 03-9543 3838.

You can get your TIN from the

MyTax Portal

or visit the nearest IRBM branch.

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.

No, if your account is suspended or disconnected, you will retain your existing subscription when you reconnect.

Please use your Astro ID that was registered with your Astro Fibre subscription to log in to the Astro Fibre App.

Step 1:

Type ASTRO<space>BARCODE<space>10 digit account number

Example: ASTRO BARCODE 0866603852

Step 2:

Send SMS to 66688

*Standard telco charges and Terms and Conditions apply

You can retrieve your Astro account number by referring to the top right corner of your Astro bill, which has a 10-digit combination (e.g.08XXXXXXXX or 09XXXXXXXX).

Another way to retrieve your account number is via My Astro:

My Astro app on your Internet-connected Ulti/Ultra Box

1. Press "Home"
2. Launch My Astro app on the Ultra/Ulti Box (shortcut icon next to Settings icon on Home screen, or launch the app through app rail)
3. Once the app is loaded, press Yellow button on your Astro remote control to reveal Account Details

My Astro app or web

1. Download the My Astro app or visit My Astro web
2. Login using your Astro ID
3. You will see your account number tied to your subscription located at the top corner of the home page.

Astro GO

1. Go to "Settings"
2. Select "My Device"
3. Your 8-digits "Household ID" can also be treated as your Astro account number.

🔄 Want to manage your Astro subscription easily?

📱 Download the My Astro app to:
- Manage your pack subscriptions
- Get add-ons in just minutes
- Get details about your contract

Yes, effective on bill date 9^th July 2024 onwards, the Service Tax for Astro Broadband Bundle/Astro Fibre Bundle will be streamlined at 6%. Astro Fibre Standalone and Mesh WiFi charges will remain at 6% Service Tax as announced on 1^st March 2024.

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

No, you are still able to subscribe to iQIYI on your current Astro pack.

Yes, this is a one-time approval, and you do not need to submit your application every month.

You require at least two devices to form a Mesh WiFi network which are Astro Fibre WiFi router and a Mesh WiFi unit.

The Mesh unit will link to the WiFi router to form the Mesh WiFi network. You may connect up to 5 Mesh WiFi units for optimal WiFi coverage in your home.

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.

No, your subscription will be terminated at the end of your Astro billing date. Until then, you will still be able to access ZEE5 premium.

You can cancel your Simply South subscription here. Kindly note that we will not be able to offer a refund if you do decide to leave Simply South app before your subscription ends.

No, you do not have to prepare any documents before handing your equipment over to the courier agent/installer! All you must do is get your equipment ready before the courier agent/installer arrives to ensure a smooth handover process.

You may switch to E-mail Billing or Paper bills to be notified of your bill and make payment. Kindly note that if you select to have Paper Bills, you will be charged a RM10 fee per bill.

If you receive the "Device Was Not Found" error message, it may be because your device has been automatically removed due to concurrent streaming limits being exceeded.
Please perform the following checks and troubleshooting steps:

1. Stop streaming on one of the other devices currently using your Astro account.
2. Close the Astro Go app on any unused devices.
3. Return to your Smart TV and try streaming 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.

You will still need to authorise the transaction from your SecureGo registered device. 

Step 1: On another device, perform the transaction via My Astro app 

Step 2: Tap on the push notification you receive on your SecureGo registered device 

Step 3: Tap Approve or Reject to authorise the transaction, and you're done! 

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

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.

The iQIYI app offers subtitles in multiple languages for all their content excluding some variety shows. However, no dubbing option is available yet. You will be able to select or switch off your subtitles when you play your video in full screen.

Yes! You can call our courier agent back/installer directly to reschedule the collection date and time.

Customers on the Astro Smart TV app can stream these two channels (CH549 Love Nature 4K & CH805 Astro Sports UHD) if their TV model supports 4K UHD resolution.

Kindly note that these Sony TV models do not support 4K UHD resolution:
a) Sony BRAVIA 4K GB
b) Sony BRAVIA 4K UR
c) Sony BRAVIA VH

*CH805 Astro Sports UHD is only available to customers with Sports entitlement in their subscribed TV Pack.

If you have a random Astro power cable, remote control or old box lying around at home, you are required to discard them only 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 near you.

For all recycling-related questions, please click here.

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.

Step 1: You request for a move - here's how.

Step 2: One of our agents will contact you within 24 hours to set an appointment if you’re using My Astro app.

Step 3: You will receive a reminder of your appointment an hour before your scheduled time.

Step 4: The technician will dismantle your satellite dish.

If there is no satellite dish, customers should dismantle the modem, router, and decoder by themselves.

Step 5: You will need to transport your device(s) to your new home.

Step 6: The technician will reinstall your satellite dish, (including modems and routers for broadband customers) at your new home based on the schedule appointment.

Note For IPTV Customers:

1. Upon relocation request, all exiting IPTV customers will be converted to our Astro & Broadband service. Customers can choose to have standard Astro service with satellite dish, or unicast Plug & Play without satellite dish.

2. If customers choose to have satellite dish, an additional RM150.00 will be charged for satellite installation. If customers choose to have unicast Plug & Play service, no satellite dish is required, hence no extra charge will be incurred.

There will be no penalty imposed upon the removal of Astro GO+ from your subscription.

The entire eKYC verification process may be completed within 5 minutes.

Yes, the 6% Service Tax will be imposed for Astro Smartcard/SIM card replacement effective bill date 9

th

July 2024 onwards.

Astro SuperSport channels have been updated to make it easier to recognize the channels by the sports they feature, such as Astro Premier League, Astro Football, and more. All channels will be updated based on your subscription. Find out more

You can reschedule the collection appointment by calling our courier agent/installer directly.