Astro & Broadband comes with 24-month contract commitment.

If the bill has been paid, there will not be any additional service tax charge. However, if the bill has been issued by Astro but has not been paid, then the 8% Service Tax will be reflected in the next bill with adjustments on the new tax rate for services rendered from 1st March onwards.

Example:
Bills issued on 15th February will be charged the 6% SST. Customers will see proration for 8% from 1st – 14th March in the next bill issued on 15th March 2024. If you have fully paid your February bill before 1st March, the Service Tax will remains at 6%. You will be able to see the adjustment reflected in your next bill.

Each account can only have one Astro X3 pack subscription at a time, whether it is the Astro X3: Entertainment 12 Pack or the Astro X3: Sports 12 Pack. Multiple subscriptions under the same account are not supported. If you wish to subscribe to another plan, you can do so by creating a separate account using a different email address. Each subscription will be managed independently.

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.

Yes, the monthly subscription fee will be prorated into your Astro bill.

Astro X3 offers a curated selection of entertainment and sports content designed to provide a great streaming experience. The availability of certain channels and programmes is subject to content rights and licensing agreements. We are continuously exploring opportunities to expand and align our content offering, with the aim of bringing more channels and content to Astro X3 in the future.

As for radio channels, Astro X3 is designed primarily for digital-first streaming households, focusing on video entertainment content. As such, radio channels are not included within the Astro X3 experience. Customers can continue to enjoy their favourite radio stations through dedicated radio streaming apps, which can be downloaded directly from their device's app store.

No, Astro & Broadband only offers a 24-month contract period upon sign up.

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.

You will be contacted by an Astro representative within two working days to advise you on the next course of action.

No, your existing add-ons will not be retained. When you terminate your current Astro subscription, all associated add-ons will also be cancelled. As the Astro X3 pack is a separate subscription under a new account, you will need to subscribe to your desired add-ons again, subject to availability under the new plan.

Yes, you can sign up for auto-debit after your account has been activated via My Astro App or My Astro Web by following the steps shown here.

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.

The Malaysia Communication and Multimedia Commission (MCMC)has issued a directive to all telecommunication companies (telcos) to block the sending and receiving of SMS with URL links. The move is aimed at preventing users from becoming victims of online scams. This exercise is applicable for all person-to-person SMS with URL links sent to or received from local and international mobile numbers, which has already taken effect as of 2 May 2023.

The Netflix subscription through Astro is subject to a minimum commitment period of 24 months (“Netflix Minimum Subscription Period”). If you choose to discontinue or terminate the subscription before the commitment period ends, a cancellation fee (“Netflix Early Termination Fee”) will apply. Additionally, downgrading your plan will involve a Switching Fee.

If band steering is enabled, you do not need to worry about which frequency band that your devices are connected to because the WiFi router will make the assessment and direct each device to appropriate frequency band.

However, it is important to note that quality and signal strength are not guaranteed due to unpredictability given that it is completely up to the connected devices and the WiFi router to intelligently decide on which band to connect.

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

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

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

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

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

To check your contract, please visit My Astro.

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.

f you decide to switch your existing Asian Favourites selection to Viu Premium, your current
selection will no longer be valid. This means that you will no longer be able to access any
channels or apps that is part of your current selection.

However, if you wish to remain with your existing Asian Favourites selection and enjoy Viu
Premium, please refer to Q8.

Currently, Maxis, Digi, Celcom, TuneTalk, U-Mobile, Yes, XOX and Webe.

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.

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

The eligibility criteria for the Ulti Box are as follows:

New Customers

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

Existing Customers (Box Upgrade for Primary or Multiroom)

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

Note:

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

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

Multiroom (New subscription)

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

Service Tax is charged based on the date the service is rendered. For services rendered on or after 1st March 2024, the Service Tax rate would be at 8% whilst for services enjoyed before 1st March 2024, the Service Tax rate would be 6%.

We would need you to run few tests in order for us to understand your issue and to assist you in fixing the problem.

You may proceed with the troubleshooting steps below which should not require any longer than 15 minutes.

1. Please run each of the tests according to your your Laptop/PC Software.
2. Compile the pictures / screenshots of your test results in one file (i.e Microsof Word document, PDF file) and attach them in the Support Ticket below in order for us to assist you further:
   • List of websites effected.
   • Run the Speed Test via LAN (cable) and Wi-Fi connection - Please click here for Speed Test guideline.
   • Run the Traceroute Test - Please click here for Traceroute Test guideline.
   • Run the Ping Test - Please click here for Ping Test guideline.
3. 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.

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.

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.

Yes, customers who have upgraded their packages or reconnected their Astro service in February 2024 will be charged with 8% Service Tax from 1st March 2024, for services period on or after 1st March 2024.

Astro ID and / or account deletion is permanent. Upon deletion, it will be unlinked from your TV subscription account and you will be logged out from all the associated Astro apps and / or services connected including the partner apps that you have logged in using the same Astro ID.

If you have any queries regarding Astro ID or would like to request for Astro ID account deletion, click on submit your request here, fill in the required details and our Astro representative will get back to you within 3 business days for security verification purposes.

No, your Viu app is accessible within Malaysia only.

We are working with the Sony team to ensure you will be able to enjoy these 4K UHD channels soon. We will keep you posted once these channels are available to you!

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.

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

No, the Service Tax is a tax payable entirely to the Government. Astro acts as a collection agent for the Government.

Yes, any active Astro subscriber with a minimum primary subscription fee of RM100 can subscribe to a Multiroom (Astro Box) at a price of RM49.99 monthly with the box setup (subscription price is subject to Govt Tax).

Real-time payments are posted almost instantaneously. However, daily system maintenance occurs between 12AM to 3AM - any payment made during this period will be delayed until system maintenance is complete.

If you cancel your Astro X3 subscription mid-month while still under contract, the termination will take effect at the end of your current billing cycle. Your service will remain active until then, and no partial or prorated refund will be provided. And early termination fee charges may still apply.

However, refunds may be applicable if there is an excess credit balance in your account, such as an overpayment or duplicate payment. Any eligible refund will be processed in accordance with Astro's refund policy.

No, customers without an Ultra/Ulti Box will not be able to enjoy Sun NXT via their Astro Box. However, they can enjoy Sun NXT on their mobile devices. To enjoy Sun NXT on their big screen, customers can upgrade to an Ulti/Ultra box. Customers can check their eligibility for the free box swap by logging into the My Astro app or by contacting Astro’s customer service at 03 9543 3838.

No, the eKYC verification process must be done by the individual themselves, using their MyKad and selfie in real-time.

Astro ID is the account you use to sign in and manage all your Astro services online. You can use your Astro ID for the following Astro apps and portals:

1. My Astro
2. Astro GO
3. HBO GO
4. Disney+
5. iQIYI
6. TVBAnywhere+
7. beIN Sports Connect
8. SYOK App
9. AWANI App
10. Astro Website
11. Ideaktiv portals

You can create an Astro ID using your mobile number or email address here. To secure your Astro ID, please proceed to next step and link the ID to your Astro account number (10 digits) or smart card number (12 digits).

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

.

To check on your termination status or date, you may:

1) Message us on WhatsApp at 03-9543 3838. Type Termination Status
2) Submit Feedback Form
3) Reach out via Astro Official Digital platform i.e. Facebook or Chat.

Our agent will provide the information you need.

Astro's Plug & Play Box is our latest box where users can enjoy the latest Astro box simply by connecting it to the TV and internet. There is no longer a need to schedule or pay for an installation. By connecting your Plug & Play Box to home broadband, you will be able to-do the following:

• Watch your channels over the Internet. No more rain fade!
• Never miss your favorite shows again as you can stream LIVE events from the beginning, or simply pause and resume the program as you wish.
• Access a library of over 110,000 videos on demand. Catch-up or binge-watch full episodes whenever you like.
• Access your recordings anytime on TV or the Astro GO app via Cloud Recording.

Other features include pause on TV and continue watching on the Astro GO app, enhanced search capabilities and more.

Yes, you can download ZEE5’s content on your device for offline viewing if you have subscribed to ZEE5 Premium. This feature is not available if you are not a Premium member. However, kindly note that some content is subjected to copyright which disables the download function on those selected videos.