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 may view your current subscription details or the channels and packages you are currently subscribed to via My Astro App or My Astro Web. Just login to your accmyastro.astro.com.my/download/ount and click on Manage Subscription to view.

No, the Astro Fibre App is a free mobile application for all Astro Fibre customers with the RG21 router or RG31 (launching soon) router. However we may introduce paid services in the future via the app.

If you are currently receiving a paper bill, your billing delivery method will automatically switch to e-bill once your e-invoice request is accepted. This also means you'll be saving RM10 on paper bill fees. Please ensure that your email address is accurate.

Click here

if you wish to update your contact details.

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.

Yes, customer may choose to have different billing method for each different account.

Physical bill charging will only apply to the account that has opted for paper bills.

A security question will be asked when making payments with credit cards over the phone. All other payment channels will not require any form of verification.

Below will be the process to terminate Astro account:

1. Account holder to give 30-day notice period for account termination.
2. Account will be scheduled for termination 1 (one) day before customer’s billing cycle date.
3. After account terminated, there will be a collection of Ultra/Ulti box and Broadband Equipment.

Notes: You need to settle the outstanding balance and penalty (if any)

Ultra/Ulti Box retrieval:

• West Malaysia except for East Malaysia, Tioman, Labuan and Langkawi – Courier partner will contact customer for box retrieval.
• East Malaysia, Tioman, Labuan and Langkawi – Installer will do the box retrieval.
• For other than Ultra/Ulti box, refer to recycle information here.

Broadband Equipment retrieval:

• Installer will do the equipment retrieval.

If you receive this error message while activating Astro Smart TV, please follow the steps below:

1. Ensure that you have entered the sign-in code exactly as displayed on your TV screen.

• The code must be exactly 8 characters long.
• Do not enter fewer or more than 8 characters.

2. Check the code carefully before submitting.

• The activation code can be entered in uppercase or lowercase.
• The code will be accepted with or without dashes (-), as long as the characters entered are correct.

3. If the issue persists

• Refresh the activation screen on your Smart TV to generate a new code and try again.

If you are still having issues, proceed to submit report via WhatsApp or Feedback Form.
This will help our support team investigate and assist you further.

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

1. Manage Your Registered Devices

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

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

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

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

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

After service termination of your Astro Fibre service, we will call you via your registered mobile number (up to 3 times over 3 days) to schedule an arranged pick-up by one of our Astro agents. Our agent will then come to your doorstep, dismantle the devices for you and retrieve them.

Note: Upon termination of your service, customers are required to return their old Astro Fibre devices to Astro. Failure to do so will incur a fee of RM200 (WiFi Router), RM500 (Fibre Modem) and RM200 (Mesh WiFi Unit - if applicable) for each unit. All prices stated are exclusive of Govt. tax.

Thank you for your interest in returning your Astro Box & Smart card/SIM card. By returning these items, you are playing your part in preserving our environment as we will refurbish the box and return it to circulation or recycle it.

All Astro box and smartcard/SIM cards are also property of Astro and as per our current T&Cs, customers are required to return them upon termination of Astro services.

Starting

12 December 2023

, users must log in using their

registered email address

,

mobile number

, or a

social account

(Facebook, Google, or Apple) to access any of Astro's digital platforms, including

My Astro

,

Astro GO

, and

Astro's official website

.

Astro X3 packs offer a new way to enjoy Astro — without the need for a set-top box or satellite dish, giving you a simpler and more flexible way to watch your favourite content. With no box required, you can start streaming your favourite entertainment shows and live sports instantly via the Astro app on selected Smart TVs and personal devices such as smartphones, tablets, and laptops — anytime, anywhere. And with just a 12-month contract, these plans offer greater flexibility while delivering the same breadth of content you enjoy with Astro.

You can choose from two flexible 12-month options, depending on your viewing preferences:

• Astro X3: Entertainment 12 Pack – for a wide range of entertainment content
• Astro X3: Sports 12 Pack – for live sports and comprehensive coverage

*No-contract options will be available from December 2026.

Please update your auto-debit payment details via My Astro Portal.

If you are currently on the Entertainment, Entertainment Plus, Premium 2, Premium 3 or
Platinum Pack, you may switch your current Asian Favourites selection to Viu Premium via the
My Astro app or myastro.astro.com.my. Simply go to the "Account” tab and scroll down to the
“Subscription” section. Select “TV Pack” > “Add-ons” and then click the “Switch” button.
Alternatively, you may also reach out to us via WhatsApp by typing “Hi” at 03-9543 3838 to
make your switch to Viu Premium.

We would highly recommend for you to pre-pack your Astro Box equipment before taking it to our courier partner branch. However, if you unable to pre-pack the Astro Box, you can bring the equipment to the nearest courier partner branch for assistance.

No, currently Simply South is not available for offline viewing.

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.

The Ultra Box or Ulti Box and the SIM Card are property of Astro, as per our General Terms and Conditions for Astro Services. Therefore, customers are accountable for returning the boxes upon the termination of their Astro subscription. Otherwise, an RM100 (exclusive of Sales and Service Tax) box fee will be charged to the customer's account.

To switch your bill delivery method to e-bill, you can do it through My Astro. Here's how:

1. Download the My Astro app or visit My Astro web
2. Login using your Astro ID
3. Go to Account > Bill delivery method
4. You will be able to switch your bill delivery method from your paper bill to e-bill. The bill will then be sent to your registered email address with Astro

Step 1:

Type ASTRO EBILL <Your 10-Digit Smart Card Number> <Your Email Address>

Example: ASTRO EBILL 0156123412 [email protected]

Step 2:

Send SMS to 66688

Note: This request must be sent from account holder’s mobile/primary number

*Standard telco charges and Terms & Conditions apply

💳 Want to manage your Astro bills easily?

📱 Download the My Astro app to:
- View and download bill statements
- Check payment history
- Pay in just a few taps

Yes, we will schedule for the equipment collection after you have terminate the services.
If equipment is damaged or lost, penalty fee will be charged as below:

• Astro Box – RM100
• Router – RM200 (For Astro Fibre only)
• Mesh – RM200 each (For Astro Fibre only)

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.

Please reach out to the Viu team if you have any enquiries or require assistance with
the app. Their customer support is available from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, Monday to
Friday (excluding Public Holidays).

You may contact Viu’s customer support team by:
1. Emailing to: e[email protected]; or
2. Call or WhatsApp them at 018 - 9429950 ; or
3. Reaching out to them via Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ViuMalaysia/

If you would like to contact Astro, you may reach out to our Customer Service Centre by:
1. Submitting a feedback form here: www.astro.com.my/contactus/form; or
2. Reaching out to us via WhatsApp by typing “Hi” at 03-9543 3838 for assistance

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 enjoy a special offer of RM13.90/month (RRP RM13.90/month) when they subscribe to WeTV VIP via Astro.

Please refer below to set up your Ultra/Ulti Plug & Play Box.

To connect via LAN cable:

1. Switch off your old Astro box.
2. To connect your Plug& Play Box via LAN cable:
   a) Remove the LAN cable from your old Astro box and connect the LAN cable to your new Plug & Play Box.
   i) For Maxis IPTV customers, keep the other end of the LAN cable connected to your router.
   ii) For TIME IPTV customers, go to the other end of the same LAN cable, plug it out from your modem, and into any LAN port on your router. Ensure that you’re not plugging your LAN cable back into the same box.
   

Note: If you have a two-in-one modem & router, you can skip Step ii).

To connect via Wi-Fi:

Remove your LAN cable from your old Astro box, and do not plug it into your new Plug & Play Box.

If your My Astro App is still accessible, you may go to Account then scroll down to Support & Settings. Click Submit Your Enquiry to provide your feedback either through the feedback form.

OR

You may submit your feedback here.

You can be assured that your data are safe with us. Astro implemented sufficient security measures to protect customer data and fully comply to Personal Data Protection Act

Viu Premium members can enjoy ad-free viewing, unlimited downloads for offline viewing, full
HD resolution and priority/exclusive access to content!
As a Viu Premium member, you will be able to enjoy the benefits below:
a. Premium Shows
b. Ad-free viewing
c. Unlimited Downloads
d. Malay Subtitles
e. Watch On TV
f. HD Streaming
g. Exclusive Viu Originals
h. Cast videos from mobile device to TV

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

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

After 62 days of non-payment, your broadband account will be terminated, and an Early Termination Fee (ETF) will be applied for the remaining contract. If you would like to continue with the service, you need to clear the outstanding balance and apply a new account.

To cancel your Multiroom (Smart TV) subscription, please call us at 03-9543 3838.

Here's how you can switch to the new Astro packs on My Astro:

1. Open/Download the My Astro app or visit My Astro web
2. Login with your Astro ID
3. Go to Account
4. Select Subscription or TV Pack
5. Click on your pack
6. You can now browse and switch to the latest Astro packs

🔄 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, we will schedule for the equipment collection after you have discontinued Astro & Broadband services. If equipment is damaged or lost, penalty fee of RM 530 (inclusive of Govt. Tax) will be charged.

If you choose to downgrade your packs or terminate Astro services before the end of your contract term, you will have to pay a cancellation fee. This cancellation fee is calculated based on your subscribed package, contract period and box type. If you cancel your service(s)/change your packages upon completion of your contract term, you won't have to pay any cancellation fee.

For customers with the Ultra or Ulti Box, you will be charged a fee of RM100 (not inclusive of Govt. tax) upon confirmation of lost Astro Box and Smart Card/SIM Card.

For lost Smart Card/SIM card only, you may be charged RM50 to obtain a replacement.