Netflix announced in May 2023 that it would no longer turn a blind eye to password sharing among members of multiple households. This kind of sharing has always been against its terms of service – to which users agree – but the company hadn't enforced the policy.

Can I watch Netflix in 2 different houses?

A Netflix account is meant to be shared by people who live together in one household. People who are not in your household will need to sign up for their own account to watch Netflix. You can manage who uses your account by setting a Netflix Household.

Can I share my Netflix account with family in a different home 2023?

As long as all the people you share the password with live in the same household as you, you're not in violation of Netflix's terms of service. However, if you're sharing your password with someone who lives somewhere else, there's a chance they'll get locked out, at least eventually.

How will Netflix know who is in your household?

The company defines a household as the group of devices that connect to the internet and watch Netflix at the same primary place. If you don't manually adjust your household settings through your account, the company now will automatically determine your household using your IP address, device IDs and account activity.

Can I use my Netflix account at my vacation home?

Can I use my Netflix account at my vacation home? Absolutely! If your vacation home has a stable internet connection and a device compatible with the Netflix app, such as a smart TV, tablet, or computer, you can use your Netflix account just like you would at your primary residence.

What you need to know about new Netflix rules on password sharing

What happens if someone outside your house uses your Netflix account?

Sharing a password with a user outside of their household will cost the owner of the account $8 per extra person on top of what they would already pay for their Netflix plan. If you're on the standard Netflix plan you can add one person outside your household, while premium users can add up to two.

What happens if you live in two locations on Netflix?

In short, you can still use your account while travelling or while moving between addresses. Netflix will track whether you're streaming from your primary household (i.e. connected from the IP address linked with your account).

How can Netflix tell if you're not in the same household?

If you do not set a household, Netflix will set one for you automatically. Then, if it detects devices logging in to your Netflix account that have not connected to the appropriate IP address, it may determine that they're not a part of your household and prevent the login.

How much is Netflix for 2 households?

Netflix Standard - $15.49 a month (can add one person for $7.99 a month outside the household) Netflix Premium - $19.99 a month (can add two people for $7.99 a month each outside the household)

How does Netflix know I'm not in the same household?

Netflix uses a combination of IP addresses, device IDs, and “account activity from devices signed into the Netflix account” to determine if an account is being used in the primary account holder's household.

How will Netflix enforce password sharing?

It will enforce the end of password sharing by asking devices to “check in” periodically in your home location around once a month. If you have kids at college, they could check their devices in when they are home, if they can get back every 31 days.

Is there a penalty for sharing Netflix accounts?

So you have two options: transfer your friends and family members mooching off your account to a new membership or share your Netflix account for an additional $8 monthly fee.

What is the new charge for Netflix sharing?

Anyone who pays for the Netflix Premium package with 4K streaming has the option of adding up to two extra members, but each one will still cost another $7.99. The US isn't the only country where the new rules are rolling out either, as Netflix in the UK will charge subscribers £4.99 each month for extra member slots.

Why is Netflix charging me twice a month?

You recently changed your plan

If you recently changed to a higher-priced plan, the plan change takes effect immediately so you can enjoy all of the added features. Since Netflix is a prepaid service, your billing date will change based on the remaining balance of your last payment.

How much is Netflix a month?

Netflix costs $6.99 to $22.99 per month, depending on your subscription plan. It offers three plans: Standard With Ads, Standard and Premium. A former popular choice was the Basic plan at $9.99, but Netflix recently eliminated this option for new or rejoining members.

How do I add a second location to Netflix?

The account owner will need to purchase an extra member slot, then invite an extra member to use the extra member slot. The extra member must be activated in the same country where the account owner created their account. Extra members cannot be added to Netflix-included packages or third-party billed accounts.

How much is Netflix going to charge for password sharing?

The streaming company is limiting password sharing to people living in the same household. Account holders can add more people outside of the household for an extra $7.99 a month, or they can use the "transfer profile" feature to prompt extra users to make their own accounts that they pay for, Netflix said Tuesday.

How much is Netflix charging for extra users?

Netflix uses location tracking to ensure subscribed users are logged in at a single home subscriber base, which is sure to test users already sensitive to growing threats to their online privacy. Current customers can buy an extra membership to their main subscription for an additional $7.99 per month.

Can you tell if someone else is watching Netflix?

Click Account after selecting your profile symbol. Choose recent streaming activity on your device. Examine any equipment that is not yours.

How many tvs can watch Netflix?

Netflix allows different numbers of simultaneous streams depending on the plan. On both versions of the standard plans, you can have up to two devices streaming at the same time. This goes up to four simultaneous connections on the Premium plan. How many user profiles can you have on Netflix?

What are the new Netflix restrictions?

Starting May 23, use of your Netflix account has been limited by location and devices. "A Netflix account is for use by one household," the official announcement explained. "Everyone living in that household can use Netflix wherever they are − at home, on the go, on holiday."

What happens if I change my location on Netflix?

The country on your account can't be changed unless you move to a new one. If you have moved recently, see Moving with Netflix for details. Using a VPN to access Netflix will hide your region and only allow you to see TV shows and movies available to all regions globally.

Can my Neighbour use my Netflix account?

A Netflix account is for use by one household. Everyone living in that household can use Netflix wherever they are — at home, on the go, on holiday — and take advantage of new features like Transfer Profile and Manage Access and Devices.

Does Netflix have senior discount?

Netflix does not offer any special discounts for seniors. There are no first responder or military discounts. Student discount options do not exist either. Netflix's cost differs depending on what plan you purchase.