No, we’re unable to proceed if request from 3

rd

party. We will need account holder to submit the request or an Authorization letter from account holder is required.

Astro wants to give our members the convenience of having all their favourite series, exciting originals, vernacular signatures, live sports and local blockbuster movies in one place. Astro customers will be able to enjoy greater convenience by having Netflix bundled with their Astro subscription, consolidating the subscriptions, and providing easy access for payment in a single bill, at the best value.

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.

Starting 7 October 2026, Disney+ will transition to a new Disney+ app experience. Astro customers can continue enjoying Disney+ via Astro with no changes to their Disney+ subscription or monthly fee.

Customers who stream via Astro Ultra or Ulti Box will have the new app made available automatically, while customers who stream on personal devices will simply need to download the new Disney+ app to continue watching Disney+.

Existing customers can sign in using the same email address or mobile number associated with their existing Disney+ account.

For further information and support relating to the Disney+ app experience or app-related features, please visit the Disney+ Help Centre.

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.

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.

If you see this message, it means the maximum number of devices currently streaming on your Astro account has been exceeded.
Please perform the following checks and troubleshooting steps:

1. Stop Streaming on Other Devices

• Check if Astro is currently being streamed on other devices linked to your account.
• Close the Astro app or stop playback on any unused devices.

2. Wait a Few Minutes

• If a streaming session was recently ended, it may take a few minutes for the system to update.

3. Try Again

• Return to your device and attempt to stream the content again.

4. Check Your Device Usage

• 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.

You may refer to our TV Guide for the latest schedule.

Starting 20 December 2022, Astro customers will be able to enjoy the iQIYI app as an add-to-bill service for an exclusive price via Astro and enjoy the app on their Ultra/Ulti Box, mobile app and website.

Please be sure to take your decoder, satellite dish, smartcard, remote control and all other fixtures after dismantling is done by the technician.

If your monthly/quarterly/yearly bill has not been generated yet as of 9

th

July 2024, the 6% Service Tax will be reflected accordingly. For customers whose bill has been generated, the 6% service tax will be reflected in the next bill cycle following your bill frequency.

Netflix changes their prices and plans from time to time to reflect the improvements that they make to the service. They continue to invest heavily in great new shows and films, to deliver great value for money.

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

There will be no changes to your billing cycle.

Please check SMS received on the unsuccessful payment status and should you require further clarification contact your issuing bank for clarification or contact us via WhatsApp.

Payment via cheque will take 3 - 5 working days to be posted. If you require faster payment posting, we recommend you to pay online via Astro Quick Pay.

You will receive SMS notifications upon successful sign-up with a delivery tracking number for the Plug & Play Box and the Astro SIM card.

The TVBAnywhere+ app offers over 40,000 hours of Chinese entertainment, including the latest drama series, variety shows, evergreen classics, and unlimited TVB originals that can be enjoyed anytime, anywhere. It also features exclusive dramas, known as TVBAnywhere+ Originals, such as

Ghost Cleansing Ltd

and

OPM

, which are available exclusively on the app. In addition, the app includes selected movie titles for on-demand viewing, providing more flexibility compared to the TVB channels on Astro.

Kindly note that affected customers will be adequately informed 30 days prior to the implementation via SMS which are sent out in phases (Starting 1 July), with scheduled announcements across WhatsApp, My Astro app, and Astro website.

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.

Kindly download the Astro Smart TV app from your Smart TV’s app store and follow the steps on the screen to log in.

The new Astro X3 packs and existing Astro One packs differ in how customers access Astro services and content, as shown below:

Your purchase will be reflected on your next monthly Astro bill. For example, if you rented a movie for RM 15.00 for 2 days and your next bill statement is in 2 weeks. RM15.00 will be reflected in your Astro subscription bill in two weeks' time.

You may contact Astro's Contact Centre (03 - 9543 1543) to process the cancellation.

The Mesh WiFi device(s) needs to be returned upon service termination via an arranged pick-up by our installers.

In support of the environment, customers are encouraged to opt for bill statements delivered for free via email or SMS for better savings as the Paper Bill Charge will be revised from RM7.00 to RM10.00 per bill/month, starting 1st August 2022. The Paper Bill Charge will be waived for customers who opt for e-Billing as their preferred bill delivery method.

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

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.

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 can access the Netflix app and watch Netflix content via their Astro Box. For more information about Netflix, visit the Netflix website.

E‑Invoicing is a fully digital version of your invoice that is created and shared electronically based on the Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia’s (IRBM) national e‑Invoicing requirement. Instead of using paper or manual documents, everything is processed digitally for a smoother and more secure billing experience.

There are no changes to your charges, but the way your invoice is generated becomes more efficient and in alignment with national tax requirements.

Please follow the steps below:

Step1: Fill in Merge/Split Equipment Form (Part A & Part B)

Step2: A full payment to be made on any outstanding balance for all related accounts (if any).

Step3: Submit all documents via feedback form or walk in to nearest Astro Customer Service Centre (CSC).

Step4: Customer will expect a call from our validation team (Note: Turnaround time for merge/ split of account is 3-5 working days upon receiving all complete documentation).

Note:

1. There might be a loss of transmission during the processing of transfer equipment ownership, split or merge of equipment.

You will be able to enjoy all the content on WeTV via your Ultra/Ulti Box,

wetv.vip

and the WeTV mobile app immediately upon successful purchase from the Astro website. Please ensure that the mobile number used to log in to the app is the same one used to purchase your WeTV VIP subscription.

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 a new Netflix subscription to your Astro Bill for billing convenience.

The recommended home internet speed for a smooth viewing is 30Mbps.

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

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.

In addition, we have also recently introduced a new look to the Title Information Page, the ability to disable the Profile Selection Screen and adjustable auto-standby timing. For more information, please click here.

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.

Yes, to enable subtitles or dubbing in your desired language, click on the subtitles/dubbing selection option at the bottom right corner of the video player, then click on the language you desire.