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.

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)

When Band Steering is disabled, you will see two separate WiFi SSID based on its frequency bands. Example:

i. SSID: SSID2G, Password: 1234567

ii. SSID: SSID5G, Password: 4567890

*WiFi SSID (Service Set Identifier) is the name of your wireless network, also known as Network ID. It is viewable to anyone with a wireless device within reachable distance of your network.

Yes, you will need to activate SecureGo again.

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.

Astro Rewards is open to all *Active Astro PayTV customers and their immediate family members

* "Active Astro customer" refers to subscriber of the Astro Service and whose account is current and active with no outstanding payments due and owing to Astro and who has not breached the Astro subscription agreement nor given any instructions to terminate and /or suspend his/her subscription to the Astro Service as at the date of winner notification. Winners must remain active Astro customers until the date of collection of prizes.

Most Astro customers are eligible to use the app, web, Ultra and Ulti boxes. You will only need to login with your Astro ID. Do note that your Astro ID must be linked to your Astro account to use the service. Click "Create now!' on the login page and you will be guided to create an Astro ID if you do not have one.

Download My Astro app or visit the My Astro website.

Once you have received the eKYC link, you need to complete the verification within 3 days.

A stable internet connection is required to ensure your transactions are smooth using SecureGo.

You will be able to check your balance, switch to e-billing, request for payment barcode and request for reconnect at standard telco rate.

This initiative is part of Astro’s “GO GREEN” journey, which was implemented to promote paperless billing and to play our part in protecting the environment. The objective of the Paper Bill Charge is to encourage our customers to opt for e-Billing as their preferred Bill Delivery Method, which is also a more convenient and efficient way to access and manage their bills. Hence, a fixed RM10.00 monthly charge will be applied to all existing and new Astro customers who opt for Paper Bills as their preferred bill delivery method.

Effective from the bill date 9th July 2024 onwards, the Service Tax for the Broadband Bundle/Fibre Bundle will be streamlined at a rate of 6%. The prorated adjustment for your Pay TV subscription will be calculated based on 6% service tax rate on your next bill, following your current subscription's tax rate.

Please refer to the Welcome Card inside the Plug & Play Box package and scan the QR code. You may choose to watch either the self-installation video or the Augmented Reality (AR) Installation Video to activate your Plug & Play Box. You can also download the Installation Guide from the Astro Get Started Page.

Please install and activate your Plug & Play Box within 7 days of receiving your Plug & Play Box and Astro SIM card. If you are unable to activate your Plug & Play Box within 7 days, the Plug & Play Box will be automatically activated by Astro on the 8th day.

The billing and warranty of the Plug & Play Box shall begin on the same date of which the Plug & Play Box is activated.

In the event that you have ordered more than one (1) Plug & Play Box, please refer to the Astro SIM card letter (included with the Astro SIM card delivery) to match the right Astro SIM card to the respective Plug & Play Box. Each Astro SIM card has been paired with a specific Plug & Play Box, thus the correct matching of box and SIM card is required for it to work properly.

You can create up to 5 (five) profiles per account for either HBO Pack with HBO Max Standard or HBO Pack with HBO Max Premium app subscription. Each profile can be customised as kid-friendly by adjusting the settings during the profile creation process. Profiles created for kids will only feature content that is suitable for children under 12 years, irrespective of your membership plan.

Due to copyright restrictions, certain shows may not be available for live streaming. However, many shows become available for on-demand streaming shortly after their original airing. The availability and timing can vary depending on the specific show, streaming service, and licensing agreements in place.

Please contact your issuing bank to enable card-not-present (CNP) transactions. This security measure helps us to protect your card information from being misused in fraudulent transactions.

Yes, your information will still be available in the HBO Max app if you choose to resubscribe directly to HBO Max through

www.hbomax.com

. To keep your preferences and account settings, ensure you use the same email address when you resubscribe.

No, you will not be able to manage your account with the Astro Fibre App. However, you may download the “MyAstro” app on your mobile device now to manage your Astro account in a fast and easy way.

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

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.

Your bill statement will include details of your monthly subscription charges; e.g. charges for your chosen Astro packages and Broadband service. It will also show the time period of which your first bill will cover, as well as indicate how much the total charges are and when the payment due date is.

Starting 16 February 2024, you may be asked to perform Astro ID verification when you log in to their Astro account on digital platforms such as www.astro.com.my, Astro GO, My Astro etc. This 2-step process encompasses verifying your email address or phone number and re-entering of your existing password.

There several possible reasons for a faulty SIM card. You may visit Astro's Help & Support page and scroll to 2. Technical Troubleshooting - Ultra Box / Ulti Box to find the scenario that best matches your situation. Then follow the troubleshooting steps provided.

The Astro Fibre App is a mobile application exclusively for Astro Fibre customers to allow them to schedule when each user can access the internet, content filtering that blocks harmful sites, Internet Security to protect against phishing and risky links, and Traffic Boost to prioritize calls, streaming, and gaming when it matters most., easy device management, amongst many other features for a better WiFi experience to keep your family safe and secure network.

Your Astro X3 pack will be activated immediately after you complete your sign-up. Once your sign-up is complete, you can start streaming its content immediately via the Astro app on your Smart TV or through Astro GO on supported devices

a) If you sign up via Astro’s Official Website:
You will be required to create an Astro ID and password during sign-up. Once your subscription is successfully activated, you will receive a "Welcome to Astro" email confirming your activation and can start streaming right away.
To find out more, please visit: Here
i. If you sign up via Astro Sales Agents:
ii. You will receive a “Welcome to Astro” email prompting you to create your Astro ID password and confirming your successful activation. Once your password is set, you can start streaming.

b)Important Notes:

i. When creating your Astro ID, you will be required to use an Astro ID that is not linked to an active Astro account. If the Astro ID (i.e. email address) you enter is already linked to an active Astro account, you will be prompted to use a different Astro ID

ii. However, if the Astro ID you enter is linked to an inactive Astro account, you will have the option to reuse that Astro ID.

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

You can recover your Netflix subscription  here.

You will receive a 6-digit SMS OTP number sent to your registered mobile number.

For Platinum Pack and Multiroom Smart TV customers, Astro GO+ is included in your subscription at no extra charge. For customers on other packages, you will be able to add-on Astro GO+ to your subscription for RM 5.99/month.

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.

For customers with the Ultra or Ulti Box, please ensure to provide your latest contact details to our Astro agent during the call to terminate your account, this includes your mobile number and house address. If you still need further help, please contact us at 03-9543 3838.

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.

Starting 20 January 2026, all Astro customers can add on the TVBAnywhere+ app to their subscription via their Ultra/Ulti Box, the My Astro app or visit

astro.com.my.

a) Launch the app on your new Smart TV device and follow the instructions on screen to log in.

b) You will receive a notification on your mobile that the maximum no. of registered devices has been reached and see the list of registered devices.

c) Choose the old Smart TV to be removed and your new Smart TV will be added automatically.

No, anyone can make payments on your behalf as long as the credit card is used by the owner themselves.

When playing content from the Video On Demand library, a 15-second or 30-second video advertisement(s) will be shown before the On Demand programme starts. All advertisements will display a countdown to indicate the time remaining on the advertisement(s) and will not be skippable.

To find out more information on Astro GO advertising, please click here.

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 or the website itself.

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.

7. 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.

Astro One Packs are as follows:

The Astro One: Entertainment Pack for a wide range of favourite vernacular entertainment, including the best Malay, Korean, Chinese, Indian, Kids and international shows enjoyed by Malaysian families.

A sports-filled fiesta with Astro One: Sports Pack that comes with all our Sports channels, on top of what is on the Entertainment pack.

Astro One: Epic Pack, an indulgence for those who want it all. Adding on to the Entertainment pack and Sports pack, this unrivalled streaming experience will include the best from their favourite streaming apps, all on a single platform.

For more information, visit www.astro.com.my

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

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.

Yes, customers will be charged 8% Service Tax for packages purchased after 29th February due to the implementation of the 8% Service Tax starting 1st March 2024.