Netflix Expands Crackdown on Password Sharing to Four More Countries
Netflix announced that it is expanding its campaign to crack down on password sharing, expanding it to four new countries, including Canada, New Zealand, Spain, and Portugal. In those countries, Netflix subscribers who are sharing an account with viewers not living with them will need to pay a nominal fee for the “extra member.” Prices are as follows: Canada – $7.99 CAD New Zealand – $7.99 NZD Portugal – 3.99 euros Spain – 5.99 euros Prices are per person, with up to two additional people able to be added to an existing Netflix Standard or Premium plan. The extra price will provide each person with a profile, personalized recommendations, login, and password. "We value our members and recognize that they have many entertainment choices. A Netflix account is intended for one household and members can choose from a range of plans with different features (see chart below). As always, we’ll refine these new features based on member feedback so that we continue to improve Netflix in th...