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.

Redemption should be done by the account holder. However, if the account holder is unavailable, immediate family members can make the redemption provided that the account holder has given them the permission to redeem using his account credentials.

Yes, you have the option to transfer the credit balance to another active Astro account. It will be considered as payment to that account and is subject to Astro's terms & conditions.

For first‑time access, logging in or signing up for Netflix before the service is fully activated may result in double charging if Netflix is activated separately using your credit card.
If you’re having trouble watching Netflix, please check the following:

1. Ensure your Ultra / Ulti Box is connected to the internet
2. Restart your Ultra / Ulti Box and try accessing Netflix again

Note: If the issue persists, please contact us for further assistance.
You may also access Netflix directly via the Netflix app on your TV, if available.

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.

Yes, you may enhance your existing pack with desired content, app and service add-ons via My Astro App or My Astro Web.

STEP 1: Log in using your Astro ID
STEP 2: Go to Account
STEP 3: Tap on Subscription
STEP 4: Tap on Add-ons
STEP 5: Tap on Manage your add-ons to view other steaming apps you are not subsribed to
STEP 6: Tap on the steaming app you wish to add on
STEP 7: Tap on Confirm Order

Starting 1 January 2026, Astro is required under Section 82C(11) of the Income Tax Act 1967 to submit any monthly invoice of RM10,000 or more directly to LHDN. This process does not require customer consent and is part of regulatory compliance. Rest assured, it will not affect your billing or Astro services.

Starting 23 March 2023, Astro customers will be able to enjoy ZEE5 Premium’s exciting content offerings for only RM10.80/month on the big screen via their Ultra and Ulti Box, website or on the-go via the ZEE5 mobile app, available on Android and IOS devices.

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.

The Viu app offers subtitles in English for all content and Bahasa Malaysia for selected content.
Additionally, dubbing in Bahasa Malaysia, Bahasa Indonesia and Cantonese is also available for
selected titles. You will be able to select or switch off subtitles and dubbing when you play
videos in full screen.

To access the app, please ensure the following:
You are an existing Astro Fibre customer, and you have a valid Astro ID and password to log in.

If you still cannot access the app:
Make sure you have the latest app version from the App Store/Google Play Store. If it is not the latest versioan, please update the app and try again.

Once the e-invoicing is activated, you cannot change your bill delivery method. If you do, your e-invoice will be automatically deactivated.

No, the Ulti Box does not support 4K UHD content. If you would like to watch Astro's 4K UHD content, please sign up for an Ultra box at Astro Ultra Box and Ulti Box | Astro.

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.

Please disregard the reminder if payment had been made and do check if you have any outstanding balance on Astro Quick Pay.

This convenient option allows you to complete your registration without the need to provide hard copy documents physically to the sales agent. The identity verification process helps to secure your Account and protect it from unauthorised usage.

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.

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, price for Astro customers will remain unchanged. Only the RRP price from iQIYI is changed.

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

Step 1: Close the "Astro ID Login" tab in your browser, then close your mobile app browser (Safari, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox etc).
Step 2: Close the beIN SPORTS CONNECT app on your mobile device.
Step 3 Reopen the beIN SPORTS CONNECT app and try to log in again

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.

After completing the subscription process in Q4, follow the simple steps below to access WeTV VIP on your Ultra/Ulti Box:
Step 1: Go to your Ultra/Ulti Box Home Page and select "WeTV" under the Apps rail
Step 2: Click "Log in" and scan the QR code on your TV with your mobile device to download/launch the WeTV app
Step 3: On your mobile device, create a new account or log in using your registered mobile number and click "Login Authorization" to pair your device to your TV
Step 4: Once pairing is complete, please press the back button on your remote to start enjoying VIP-exclusive shows!

Important note: Please ensure that the mobile number used to log in to the app is the same one used to purchase your WeTV VIP subscription. Email login is not applicable for Astro Billing WeTV VIP customers.
*We highly encourage our customers to only use their device’s built-in camera to scan the QR code if available. Alternatively, only use QR code scanner apps that are from a trusted 3rd party provider. By using an untrusted QR code scanner app, you assume all responsibility for any damages or losses that may occur.

The storage requirement is dependent on the type of videos users are downloading as the space needed varies between titles.

No, you will not be charged 8% Service Tax for paper billing option.

The amount you're charged depends on:

• Your contract period and how long's left of your minimum term from the date your subscriptions end, calculated in months.
• Your current box type - Ultra or Ulti/Other Astro Boxes
• The packages you subscribe to, including App services such as Disney+ and Netflix

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.

The Multi-user Profile feature allows customers to create individual profiles within their Astro Box and Astro GO with the following personalisation:

• Personalised Recommendations
• Continue Watching
• Watch List
• Last Viewed Channel
• Favourite & Blocked Channels

The MUP feature is a great way to allow individual users to tailor personal Astro experiences whilst using a shared device (e.g.: Astro Box) in the household, providing them with better personalised recommendations and encouraging better content discovery.

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, you can continue to access Prime Video if you have an active subscription to the Epic or Movie packs, where Prime Video is included.

If you upgraded to a pack that includes Prime, you do not need to reactivate Prime Video. Streaming access will continue seamlessly.

If you downgraded from a pack that includes Prime Video, you will need to reactivate Prime Video to resume streaming and retain your watch history.

Your watch history is linked to the Prime Video account that was initially activated. Therefore, if you reactivate Prime Video using the same email address or mobile number used during the original activation, your previous watch history will be restored.

Note: If you are on any other pack, you will need to purchase Prime Video separately at RM25 month to continue enjoying access.

Astro is continuously improving our user interface and introducing new features to our platforms to ensure that your Astro experience is more seamless, efficient and user-friendly.

For details on our latest interface, Picture-in-Picture mode and auto-start interactive mode on Astro GO, please click here. For enhancements to the Title Information Page, the ability to disable the Profile Selection Screen and adjustable auto-standby timing, please click here.

In addition, we have also recently introduced an infinite scrolling feature at the title information page and the ability to select the video quality directly from the video player. For more information, please click here.

Yes, the Favourite channels will follow the latest channel list. Therefore, you will need to reset your Favourite channels.

Any Astro GO compatible device (mobile/tablet/PC) and Multiroom Smart TV* compatible TVs will benefit from Astro GO+.

In your first Astro bill, the first month's bill will be deducted accordingly excluding tax. You will still need to pay the full tax amount for your first month as per your first month's bill.

Note: Advance payment is only applicable to Astro TV pack purchases. If you subscribe to an Astro Fibre + TV bundle, only one month of your TV subscription fee (excluding tax) is required to be paid upon sign-up. The full tax amount and the first-month subscription fee for Astro Fibre will be paid on your first month's bill.

There will be no changes as long as they relate to the Astro Broadband/Fibre services. This includes add-on subscriptions on Mesh WiFi, which remains at 6%.

Wider WiFi coverage:

- All areas across the house will enjoy optimal coverage with multiple Mesh WiFi units located in areas with sub-optimal coverage to form a larger WiFi network.

Stable connection;

- Consistent coverage of optimal WiFi signal will ensure a stable connection as the Mesh unit will automatically connect your devices to the strongest WiFi signal around your house.

For Platinum Pack and Multiroom Smart TV customers, Astro GO+ will be automatically added to your subscription.

No. You will need an active Astro subscription before you can subscribe to Disney+ through Astro or enjoy Disney+ as part of an Astro package.

To learn more about Astro packages and our latest offers, click here.

For multi-frequency customers, RM10.00 is charged per physical bill generated.

You will only be able to watch Astro GO and/or Multiroom Smart TV on up to 2 devices at the same time as opposed to 4 devices with Astro GO+.

Your cloud recording storage will also decrease from 1500 hours down to 200 hours. Your stored recordings/downloaded shows that exceed 200 hours will also be removed.

Slow browsing using LAN cable

Looks like there is something wrong with your service connection.

Please run the Speed Test and attach the picture or screenshot of the speed test in the Feedback Form below, in order for us to provide further assistances.

Click here for Speed Test guideline.


Slow browsing using LAN cable

Looks like there is something wrong with your service connection.

Please run the Speed Test and attach the picture or screenshot of the speed test in the Feedback Form below, in order for us to provide further assistances.

Click here for Speed Test guideline.

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Slow browsing using Wi-Fi

1. 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.

i) 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.

ii) 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.

iii) 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.

2. Wireless Interference & Noise

You've probably never noticed but there are wireless signals all around you wherever you go and they're passing through you all the time. From where? Electronic devices, Wi-Fi routers, satellites, cell towers, and more.

Although Wi-Fi is supposed to be on a different frequency than most of these devices, the amount of radio noise can still cause interference. Some common causes of interference include:

• Microwaves
• Bluetooth Devices
• Cordless Phone

3. Surrounding Wi-Fi signals

A truth of the modern world is that every household has their own Wi-Fi network, which can cause issues with channel overlap. This can be somewhat problematic in a townhouse, but is especially problematic in housing complexes and apartments where there can be many routers within close proximity.

Which is why it's important that you pick a good channel in your router settings. Modern routers can choose channels for you automatically, but sometimes it's better to investigate and find the best channel yourself.

4. 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 Ultra box/ 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.

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.