“Netflix Implements New Policy: No More Password Sharing”

Netflix, which a few years ago encouraged sharing passwords with loved ones, finally decided to deal with people who violate its regulations. Polish subscribers also receive an e-mail announcing the changes.

Verification is done via IP number. After launching the platform application on the Smart TV, you can confirm the household. Then, information on this subject is sent to the e-mail address provided during registration. In Poland, the fee for an additional user will be PLN 9.99 per month.

Will it be charged automatically? – NO, only after the account holder purchases space for additional users from outside the Netflix household, the fee will be charged in the next billing period – informs Wirtualnemedia.pl the press office of Netflix.

Password sharing is still profitable

So what will happen to people who use the platform on someone else’s account? – The Netflix account is intended for use within one household. Everyone in this household can also use Netflix while traveling – and take advantage of new features like ‘Transfer Profile’ and ‘Manage Access & Devices’. A Netflix household consists of all devices that connect to the Internet in the main place from which the user uses the service. Netflix household can be set on your TV. Household members can choose to add an additional user from outside the household. In the Standard plan – you can add one user, in the Premium plan – you can add two users. If you are trying to access your Netflix account while not part of your household, Netflix will provide you with options for continuing to use the service – explains the most popular streaming service in the world.

Thus, the subscription of people with the Premium package (PLN 60 per month), providing Netflix to two households, will increase to PLN 79.98 per month. In the case of one additional household, it will be PLN 69.99. Holders of the Standard package (PLN 43) it will be PLN 52.99 per month. For three households, password sharing will still be profitable. If three households subscribe, they will pay PLN 26.66 instead of PLN 60 per month. In this rating, they will receive productions in 4K quality and the ability to watch on four screens at the same time. For comparison, the cheapest Basic package (PLN 29) allows you to watch content only in HD quality (720p) and on one screen.

Some people criticized the platform that restrictions may affect, for example, people who have two apartments or students. – If you live in two different places or travel frequently to the same location, follow these steps: When in a location where you usually watch Netflix, connect to the internet once a month and open the Netflix app on your mobile device. Then repeat these steps at the other location to watch Netflix without any interruptions – instructs the streaming service on its pages.

Without sharing a Netflix account with third-party partners

People who buy Netflix via digital platforms, cable networks or telecommunications operators are in a worse situation. – Currently, you cannot add additional users to partner packages or third party billed accounts – explains the press office of the streaming service. Such persons may choose to subscribe directly to the service. Unless they are bound to their operator by the commitment period. Sometimes providers sold Netflix cheaper on a 2-year contract.

Canal+ Polska and Orange Polska spokespersons refer us to Netflix on this matter. – So far, Netflix has not made this option available on partner offers, including ours. Therefore, please ask them directly for details – says Wojciech Jabczyński, spokesman for Orange Polska. Cable networks are not in a better position. – This option is not available for accounts paid through partners due to Netflix’s decision. Unfortunately, as a partner, we had no influence on this. If such a possibility is made available, we will inform our customers about it – explains Vectra’s press office in an interview with Wirtualnemedia.pl.

In the UK, Netflix recently held meetings with operators to explain how to deal with a series of complaints. For example, from customers whose relatives have been disconnected from the platform. Polish operators may soon face such complaints. – Pursuant to the subscription agreements, the Vectra Group provides access to the service, and the service provider is directly Netflix. We have no influence on the timing, conditions and method of carrying out any possible blocking of access to the Netflix account on devices outside the household. For details, please contact Netflix directly. The Play/UPC press office on Monday did not answer our questions on this matter.