Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
The Guardian - US
The Guardian - US
Business
Lauren Aratani in New York

Netflix tests charges for sharing passwords between households

Netflix is facing increasing competition from other streaming platforms, including Disney+ and HBO Max.
Netflix is facing increasing competition from other streaming platforms, including Disney+ and HBO Max. Photograph: Robyn Beck/AFP/Getty Images

The days of sharing Netflix passwords could soon be over. The streaming company has begun testing a new feature that would charge people to add multiple profiles to an account.

The scheme is being trialled in Chile, Costa Rica and Peru. It is unclear if and when the feature will be rolled out in other countries.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.