Netflix password sharing ban: All we know so far

Netflix is all set to roll out a ban on password sharing process in the UK, according to a Mirror report. The US OTT giant had announced that the new rules would start soon. Once this new rule is implemented, Netflix users won't be able to share password to others.

Netflix has already informed users about the password sharing protocol. Netflix has introduced fees for password sharing in New Zealand, Portugal, and Spain.

The streaming giant uses device ID, IP address and account activity to detect whether Netflix account passwords are getting shared or not in New Zealand, Portugal, and Spain.


However, Netflix is yet to announce any formal guideline regarding the ban on password sharing.

Earlier in April, the company said it shifted a wider launch of a plan to crack down on unsanctioned password sharing into the second quarter to make improvements, delaying some financial benefits, but said it was pleased with results so far, as per a Reuters report.

As the streaming video pioneer faces signs of market saturation, it is looking to new ways to make money, such as the password crackdown and a new ad-supported service, as per a Reuters report.

Netflix Inc plans to cut its spending by $300 million this year, the Wall Street Journal reported last week, citing people familiar with the matter. Company leaders urged staffers to be judicious with their spending, including in relation to hiring, but said there would be no hiring freeze or additional layoffs, Reuters reported.

Netflix declined to comment, as per a Reuters report.

FAQs

Q1. Has Netflix implemented Password sharing ban in the UK?
A1. Netflix is yet to implement a ban on password sharing in the UK.

Q2. What are Netflix password sharing rules?
A2. Netflix is yet to announce formal password sharing ban rules in the UK.