Think before sharing Netflix password
The most-hyped and loved OTT platform-Netflix unveils its new pricing model as it came with new policy of testing charging a fee to subscribers who share their accounts with people who don’t live in their homes.
It seems like Netflix does not believe in "sharing is caring" phrase.
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As per Variety, the streaming giant will soon launch a test letting primary account holders pay an additional fee for users outside their households.
Basically, it's an attempt by the company to address illicit password-sharing. During a test period, Netflix will try out its approach in three countries: Chile, Costa Rica, and Peru, and would cost approximately USD 2-USD 3 extra per month if the users in those countries choose to opt-in.
Director of product innovation at Netflix- Chengyi Long also took to his social media and worte, "We've always made it easy for people who live together to share their Netflix account, with features like separate profiles and multiple streams in our Standard and Premium plans.”
“While these have been hugely popular, they have also created some confusion about when and how Netflix can be shared. As a result, accounts are being shared between households -- impacting our ability to invest in great new TV and films for our members,” she added.
The first feature would allow Netflix subscribers on standard and premium plans to add sub-accounts for people they don't live with. Each sub-account would include a separate login, profile, and personal recommendations.
To enable the new sub-accounts, the main account owner will receive an email with a code that they'll need to use to verify the additional devices are a part of their household.
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-PTC News
