2 Simple Ways to Change a Netflix Subscription or Membership

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Find your plan details and update your Netflix membership

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Last Updated: April 30, 2025 Fact Checked

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Do you want to upgrade your Netflix account? If you're tired of ads or want to share your membership, you can change your Netflix plan in your account settings. While you can't use the Netflix app, you can use the website in a mobile or desktop browser. It takes only a few clicks to find the option. Otherwise, you can go directly to netflix.com/ChangePlan. Here's how to change your Netflix plan on your computer, iPhone, or Android device.

Quick Steps

Sign into the Netflix website.
Select Account.
Tap Manage membership.
Tap Change plan.
Select a new plan and tap Continue.
Tap Confirm.

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Changing Your Plan (Mobile)

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Go to the Netflix account page on a mobile browser. If you aren't already logged into your account, you'll be prompted to enter your email address and password.
- While you can't use the Netflix app to change your plan, you can use the website on a mobile browser. You can also go directly to netflix.com/ChangePlan.
- You can manage your Netflix account from any profile aside from a Kids profile.
You can find this below your current plan information. Alternatively, tap the Membership tab at the top.

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Select a new plan. You should see your current plan with a blue checkmark. Currently, the available plans are:
- Standard with ads: Full HD (1080p) video with ad breaks and downloads on up to 2 devices at once. This plan does not support account sharing with members outside the household.
- Standard: Full HD (1080p) video ad-free with downloads on up to 2 devices at once. This plan supports sharing with members outside the household.
- Premium: Ultra HD (4k) video, HDR, and spatial audio ad-free with downloads on up to 6 devices at once. This plan supports sharing with members outside the household.
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Tap Continue. You may need to scroll down to find this button. It's at the very bottom of the page.
- If you don't already have a payment method linked to your account, you may be prompted to add one now.
- A pop-up window will open.
Your new plan will begin after your current billing period ends.

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Changing Your Plan (Desktop)

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Go to the Netflix account page. If you aren't already logged in, you'll be prompted to enter your email address and password.
- To get to this section from the Netflix homepage, click your account icon in the top-right corner, and then click Account in the drop-down menu.
  - You can also go directly to netflix.com/ChangePlan.
- You can manage your Netflix account from any profile aside from a Kids profile.
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Select a new plan. You should see your current plan with a blue checkmark. Currently, the available plans are:
- Standard with ads: Full HD (1080p) video with ad breaks and downloads on up to 2 devices at once. This plan does not support account sharing with members outside the household.^{[3]
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- Standard: Full HD (1080p) video ad-free with downloads on up to 2 devices at once. This plan supports sharing with members outside the household.
- Premium: Ultra HD (4k) video, HDR, and spatial audio ad-free with downloads on up to 6 devices at once. This plan supports sharing with members outside the household.
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Click Continue. If you don't already have a payment method linked to your account, you may be prompted to add one now.
- A pop-up window will open.
Your new plan will begin after your current billing period ends.

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Can I change my Netflix plan on mobile? While you can cancel your Netflix plan on the mobile app, you must log into the website to change your plan. If you don't have the app, you can log into Netflix using a mobile browser instead.
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Why can't I change my plan? If your account is on hold, or if you have a cancellation pending, you may be unable to change your plan. To undo a cancel request, visit your account settings and select the Undo Cancel Request button on the Membership page.
- If your account is on hold, you'll need to contact Netflix.
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Can I share my Netflix account with someone else? If you have a Standard or Premium Netflix plan, you can share your account with those outside of your household. However, if you have Standard with ads, you'll be limited to only those in your household.
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Can Netflix bill me through Apple? You can no longer pay for Netflix through Apple. This feature has been removed, though some members in select countries may still have this feature.^{[4]
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When does the new plan take effect?

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You will be billed the new rate at the start of your next billing cycle, but you'll be able to start using your new features immediately.

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Netflix streaming plans will vary depending on your region. The plans outlines above may not be available where you're at. The DVD delivery option is only available in the US.

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If you don't know your Netflix password, you can request a password reset by visiting Netflix's Forgotten Email/Password request form.

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