You might not know how to register a Netflix account, but you’ve definitely heard of Netflix, a well-known American streaming platform and currently the world’s largest film and television company. Domestic platforms like Tencent, Youku, and iQiyi seem to have some degree of imitation. In this article, we’ll discuss Netflix registration and how to save money.
Netflix Account Registration & Official Website
Netflix has over 200 million subscribers, but it doesn’t offer services in mainland China. The platform provides a vast amount of original content, including TV series, movies, animation, documentaries, and more. It operates on a membership system; paid members pay a monthly fee to watch content on various devices such as computers, tablets, mobile phones, and smart TVs.
The easiest way to register a Netflix account is to go to its official website. Once registered, the account is usable on various devices. However, since Netflix blocks IPs from mainland China, you need to prepare a proxy tool beforehand.
Netflix official website : https://www.netflix.com/
Netflix Registration Guidelines in China
- The IP address used during Netflix registration affects account partitioning and fees.
The region of your Netflix account is determined by the IP address you use when you first register, and subsequent subscription fees are also determined by the location of that IP address. Therefore, you should pay close attention to your IP address when registering your Netflix account. For example, if your IP address is in the United States, your monthly billing price will be based on the US region standard, which is a form of “price discrimination.” (Fortunately, the content available on Netflix is independent of the account’s location.)
The date you register for Netflix will be your monthly billing date. If you register on the 31st, the last day of each month will be your billing date. To switch regions, you need to cancel your subscription before the end of the current billing cycle, clear your browser cookies, log in with your new region’s IP address, and resubscribe.
- Netflix subscription prices fluctuate greatly.
Netflix subscription prices have risen significantly in the past two years, not only due to the addition of movies and TV shows and the introduction of new features, but also due to factors such as tax changes, exchange rate fluctuations and inflation.
Therefore, if you have consistent movie-watching needs, you might consider choosing a longer-term shared subscription plan. Subscribers will receive notification of price adjustments at least 30 days in advance; it is recommended to check Netflix registration fees before the end of your current billing cycle.
- Netflix’s free trial policy has been cancelled.
Netflix has canceled its free one-month trial offer in most parts of the world over the past two years. The system will charge you for the first month’s subscription the moment you sign up for Netflix. Of course, you can cancel your subscription at any time. If you want to cancel, remember to do so before the billing date to avoid being charged for an extra month!
- Netflix student discounts have been cancelled.
Netflix no longer offers student discounts; there are now only three regular plans to choose from. But don’t worry too much, we’ll introduce several cheaper ways to sign up for Netflix! For example, you can contact classmates or friends to buy a family plan together, or rent an account with others on some Netflix sharing platforms.
- Registering for Netflix with a credit card incurs international transaction fees.
Subscribing to a Netflix account via credit card will incur approximately a 1.5% overseas transaction fee. However, some overseas credit cards offer rebates that can save you up to half the cost of watching the show. These types of credit cards are generally not available to users in China.
How do I register a Netflix account?
There are many ways to register for Netflix, and you can use any device to register. However, most commonly used devices like mobile phones and computers register by accessing the official website through a browser. Therefore, I will demonstrate the most popular method: “Registering for a Netflix membership using the Chrome browser.” The Netflix registration steps are as follows:
Step 1: Visit the official Netflix website
Go to the Netflix homepage , enter your email address, and click “Get Started” to begin the registration process. Note that users in mainland China need a VPN to access the Netflix website. Choose the appropriate VPN yourself, but the requirements are a dedicated Netflix connection, sufficient speed, and coverage in major countries.
Step 2: Setting up your Netflix account password
After step 1, click “Next” to proceed to the Netflix password setup step. Enter your account password and make a note of it. If you do not want to receive Netflix promotional emails, check the box below.
Step 3: Choose a Netflix subscription plan
After step 2, click “Next” on the membership information page to proceed to the Netflix plan selection page. This table displays the prices and features of each plan. Since registration is done using a US IP address, the prices shown here are US Netflix prices. The picture quality, available devices, and other features of the same plan are identical to those in other regions.
| Advertising packages | Basic Package | Standard Package | Premium Set Meal | |
| Monthly fee (US region) | $6.99 | $9.99 | $15.49 | $19.99 |
| Simultaneous login count | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Number of devices allowed to download | × | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Unlimited viewing | × | √ | √ | √ |
| Viewing on multiple platforms | √ | √ | √ | √ |
| Highest graphics quality | SD 480p | SD 480p | HD 1080p | UHD 4K+HDR |
Netflix offers three membership tiers: Basic, Standard, and Premium. These three plans can be viewed on various devices such as computers, mobile phones, and tablets, but correspond to 480p, 1080p, and 4K resolutions respectively. The number of simultaneous online viewers is also set to 1, 2, and 4 respectively. Users can choose according to their needs. I personally recommend avoiding the ad-supported and Basic plans, as they are not very practical. After deciding on your plan, click “Next.”
Step 4: Select payment method
On the payment method selection page, Netflix supports a variety of payment methods. For users in mainland China, VISA and UnionPay cards are the most convenient. After selecting to pay by credit card or debit card, simply enter the cardholder’s name, card number, expiration date, and security code, then click “I agree” and “Activate membership” to complete the Netflix registration process.
But please, please do not pay yet, because we are about to talk about the main event: how to register a Netflix account for a low price.
Tip #1 for saving money when registering a Netflix account: Use a proxy to change your region when registering a Netflix account
Netflix prices its services based on the local economic level, so monthly Netflix subscriptions in “developed regions” like Hong Kong and Taiwan are significantly more expensive than in less developed regions. Fortunately, Netflix’s pricing is only related to the IP address of your device when you register your account and will not affect your access to content from other regions. Currently, Netflix subscription prices for each region are as follows:
| nation | Advertising packages | Basic Package | Standard Package | Premium Set Meal |
| Hongkong | × | $8.06 | $9.98 | $11.90 |
| Taiwan | × | $8.66 | $10.58 | $12.51 |
| USA | $6.99 | $9.99 | $15.49 | $19.99 |
| Switzerland | × | $12.53 | $19.92 | $26.24 |
| Argentina | × | $4.24 | $7.89 | $11.54 |
| India | × | $2.43 | $6.09 | $7.93 |
| Türkiye | × | $2.47 | $3.76 | $5.05 |
For detailed pricing information on Netflix in different regions worldwide, please visit the Netflix Pricing Center . Since the price of a Netflix membership is determined by the region of the IP address used to register the account, we have a method to purchase a Netflix account at a lower price:
- Step 1 : Before registering a Netflix account, use your chosen proxy to connect to a network in India or Argentina, if available. Make sure to enable global IP address mode to ensure you obtain an overseas IP address.
- Step 2 : Visit the Netflix website and register for a membership following the normal registration process. In step 3, you’ll see different subscription prices. After connecting to the Argentine server, the currency for membership subscriptions changes to ARS, the Argentine Peso. The premium plan (family plan) costs ARS 1899/month, which is equivalent to approximately 82.9 RMB.
Following the method above, we checked the Netflix membership prices in the following countries, clearing browser cookies each time we registered for Netflix by changing nodes.
Netflix lowest price in the world in Türkiye TR:
- Basic Package: Lowest price ¥17.6
- Standard Package: Lowest price ¥26.9
- Premium Package: Lowest price ¥36.14
Netflix’s highest-priced product globally is in Switzerland (CH).
- Basic Package: Maximum price ¥90.1
- Standard Package: Maximum price ¥143.1
- Premium Package: Maximum price ¥188.5
It can be seen that Netflix subscription prices are still the lowest in Turkey, but we do not recommend that you subscribe by connecting to Turkish servers, because too many users are “exploiting” this method. Netflix has already restricted Turkish accounts, and Turkish accounts are restricted in Southeast Asia and Hong Kong networks.
Besides Turkey, registering in Brazil, Argentina, and the Philippines are all good options. So far, there has been no news of IP restrictions. The monthly fee for Netflix in India is 60% less than that of Netflix in the US, a 40% discount.
Tip #2 for saving money when registering for Netflix: Purchase an account through a Netflix sharing platform
Compared to the first money-saving method for registering for Netflix, the second method is even simpler: directly go to various Netflix sharing platforms and rent Netflix memberships with several other users. This method doesn’t require specific agency services or complicated procedures like linking bank cards; you can pay directly using Alipay or WeChat.
The biggest advantage of choosing a shared Netflix account is that it significantly reduces subscription costs. You don’t need to find someone to share with; you just need to choose a reliable platform. Account stability is also guaranteed, and customer service will answer any questions you may have. This is a service that you won’t find when buying a “disposable Netflix account” on Taobao in China.
I’ll use MetShop, which I currently use, as an example to illustrate how to purchase a Netflix co-op account.
- Step 1 : Visit the official MetShop website – a one-stop streaming sharing platform. Click on your profile picture in the upper right corner and select “Login”. You can register using your email or phone number, or by scanning the QR code with WeChat. This process does not require an agent and is completely risk-free.
- Step 2 : Go to the homepage, select your desired Netflix plan, and click “Quick Start.” Then, choose your subscription duration and plan type. After selecting, click “Pay with Alipay” to complete the payment and receive your Netflix account for the corresponding duration. The only difference between a standard account and a global account is that the standard plan cannot be logged in using IP addresses from Hong Kong, Taiwan, South Korea, or Thailand. (Also found is a 10% discount code for new users provided by MetShop: metshopsale )
- Step 3 : After successful payment, you will be automatically redirected to the ticket page. Alternatively, click on your profile picture in the upper right corner of the homepage, select “Tickets,” and log in using the account information provided on the ticket.
Netflix registration tip #3: Use a credit card with high cashback rates – save 30%
This method is suitable for users in Hong Kong and Taiwan, as local banks often promote high-return credit cards for payment when registering a Netflix account. This not only offsets the 1.5% overseas transaction fee but also effectively reduces subscription costs.
However, the specific cashback amount varies depending on the type of credit card and there is no fixed standard; it will generally save you approximately 30%, or a 30% discount. Overseas users can choose the following credit cards to register for Netflix:
- Netflix High-Reward Credit Card for Selected Channels
- Overseas spending high-reward credit card
- Overseas spending fee-free credit card
Recommended Netflix account sharing platforms
Shared Netflix accounts come in two categories: one with unlimited regional network access, and the other limited to Hong Kong (the account was created in a restricted country like Turkey). Aside from that, there are almost no downsides, but sharing has many advantages:
- No need to communicate with roommates, you can directly purchase a parking space, and you don’t have to worry about overturning your car.
- Unlike disposable accounts, this one can be renewed, and your viewing history and settings will not expire.
- If you have any questions during use, please contact customer service for assistance.
- In addition to sharing Netflix accounts, it also offers sharing other international streaming media accounts.
- Lower payment requirements; payments can be made via WeChat and Alipay.
- All shared rental websites are registered with the public security bureau, so there’s no need to worry about them running away with your money.
- Netflix Shop
Official website: https://www.ihezu.cn
Discount code: nfxpsale
Netflix Shop is a well-established streaming service with a large user base. It offers shared services including Netflix, YouTube, Spotify, and Disney+. Payment options include WeChat Pay and Alipay, with instant account crediting and automatic after-sales support via WeChat official account. However, Netflix Shop memberships require a minimum two-month subscription, with a minimum price of 23 yuan per month.
Meanwhile, Netflix Shop has also built a personal co-living platform – AiHuzu , which offers co-living services for dozens of platforms such as Apple TV+, Hulu, and Tidal. Accounts are generally cheaper, but the co-living periods are longer. If you need accounts for some less popular platforms, you can find co-living listings here or post your own co-living information on AiHuzu.
- MetShop
Official website: https://metshop.vip/
Discount code: metshopsale
MetShop is a popular streaming account sharing platform that has gained popularity in the past two years. It supports Netflix Premium, YouTube Family, Spotify, TIDAL, Disney+, HBO, and other streaming services, and makes renewals easy to manage. Shared accounts are compatible with all platforms including browsers, TV boxes, and mobile phones, and online customer support is available.
Accounts purchased on the MetShop are pre-set with a personal PIN code, ensuring other users in the shared Netflix fleet cannot see your viewing history. The shared service is automatically delivered after payment, and relevant parking space information arrives instantly. It’s one of my favorite Netflix shared streaming platforms, with Netflix starting at 20 RMB/month. The company is a team of a few dozen people in Shenzhen, frequently recruiting customer service staff; the CEO is verifiable.
- Netflix Town
Official website: http://netflixtown.com/
Discount code: nftownsale
Netflix Town is also a relatively large shared accommodation platform with relatively low prices. It officially supports many platforms, including Netflix, YouTube Premium, Spotify, TIDAL, Disney+, HBO, and Amazon Prime Video, among others.
The town’s accounts are available for rent starting from one month, and Netflix is available for a minimum monthly payment of 15 yuan (Hong Kong region only), which is more user-friendly than Netflix Shop and MetShop mentioned above. The downside is that there are more IP restrictions. Other features such as online customer service, automatic account generation, and compensation for account failures are all included.
These websites are all relatively reliable Netflix account sharing sites, offering similar services. When choosing, you only need to focus on the type of accounts they offer and their prices; there’s no inherent hierarchy among them. Besides the three platforms mentioned above, there are also 52Netflix, Netflix Pro, and 52Navi, but their performance is slightly inferior to the three platforms mentioned above, so they will not be discussed further.
Real-time prices for each platform will be updated in another article, which interested viewers can view: A Compilation of Netflix Account Sharing Platforms.
How to cancel your Netflix subscription
Canceling your Netflix subscription is very simple, requiring only a few easy steps. After canceling your subscription, your Netflix account will automatically stop charging you after the membership expires, and there will be no further charges. The steps to cancel your subscription are as follows:
- Move your mouse over your profile picture in the upper right corner and click on “Account” in the pop-up menu.
- In the [Membership and Billing] section, find [Cancel Membership] and click it.
- After being redirected to the new page, click “Cancel Subscription” to terminate your Netflix account’s renewal for the following month.
How to download the Netflix app
Netflix offers apps on various devices, but the Windows version of the Netflix app isn’t very user-friendly, and there isn’t currently a Mac version. Therefore, you can watch directly on the Netflix website through your browser on Windows and Mac. For the best mobile experience, we recommend downloading the dedicated Netflix app for each platform .
- Netflix app on iPhone and iPad: Download here
- Netflix APK for Android phones and tablets: Download from the Google Play Store.
Domestic users need to transfer their Google Play account and Apple ID overseas in advance. It’s not complicated, and we’ll talk about that later. Alternatively, you can also do it through Taobao.
How to register a Netflix account on different devices
The registration process for Netflix may vary slightly depending on your device, but the general steps are the same. Netflix can be watched on the web, the Netflix app, smart TVs, smartphones, tablets, streaming media players, and game consoles, but registering on a computer browser is the most convenient.
Sign up for Netflix on your desktop or laptop:
- Visit netflix.com/signup.
- Choose the plan that suits you, and you can downgrade or upgrade at any time.
- Create an account by entering your email address and creating a password.
- Enter your payment method.
- Complete and start using it.
Sign up for Netflix on Apple devices iPhone and iPad:
The Netflix iOS app does not support registration, so you need to register in your mobile browser using the same method as the computer registration method described above, and then download and log in to the Netflix app on a device running iOS 13.0 or later.
Register for Netflix on your Android phone or tablet:
You can register for a Netflix account through the Netflix app on the Google Play Store. You will receive an email from Netflix containing a link to complete the registration on netflix.com using a mobile or computer browser .
Sign up for Netflix on your smart TV, set-top box, and game console:
- Open the Netflix app.
- Please provide your email address or phone number as required.
- You will receive an email or text message containing an activation link.
- Choose the plan that suits you, and you can downgrade or upgrade at any time.
- Create an account by entering your email address and creating a password.
- Enter your payment method.
- Complete and start using it.
In conclusion – Should I register my own Netflix account or share one?
Detailed steps and money-saving tips for registering a Netflix account are all here. With these two simple methods, you can reduce your Netflix subscription cost by 80%. Don’t miss it, or you’ll really regret it. As for choosing to register your Netflix account yourself through an agent or through a Netflix sharing platform, that depends on each person’s specific circumstances.
- If you don’t mind the complicated process of registering for Netflix yourself, and you can find four other friends and family members to register together, then registering a Netflix account through an agent is undoubtedly the most cost-effective option. This way, the cost per person per month is as low as 11 yuan, which is even cheaper than the membership fees of domestic platforms such as Tencent Video.
- If you can’t find like-minded friends around you, or you find it troublesome, or you’re a lonely person who only watches Netflix on one device, then I recommend Netflix Shop for sharing. The subscription fee is 20 yuan per month, which is the same as Tencent Video membership.
In summary, using a proxy to register for Netflix offers the lowest subscription cost, but requires a large group of friends who are willing to put in the effort. Using a Netflix sharing platform is slightly more expensive, but has no other requirements and is more convenient. Personally, since I don’t have many friends or family members watching Netflix, I chose the sharing platform.
Netflix Shop
The oldest and most established co-living platform, suitable for long-term rentals.
HoneyMetshop
The hottest new co-living platform, perfect for short-term rentals.
Galaxy Video Bureau
The lowest-priced room-sharing platform, suitable for those who want to try it out.
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Can I register a Netflix account in China?
Netflix, also known as Netflix or Netfly, can be watched in over 190 countries worldwide, except for five: Mainland China (excluding Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan), the Republic of Crimea, the Syrian Arab Republic, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, and Russia. Further information about unlocking Netflix in China can be found in another article.
While policy restrictions in mainland China prevent people from watching Netflix normally, fortunately, there are methods to help us bypass these restrictions, such as using proxy tools. However, regardless of the method used to remove Netflix’s regional restrictions, a Netflix account is required, since Netflix has never been free.
What do I need to prepare before registering for Netflix?
- A fast, stable, and node-rich magic tool
- Credit cards or debit cards that accept foreign currency payments, PayPal, or Netflix gift cards.
- Devices that can watch Netflix, preferably computers or smart TVs.
- Broadband network with speeds greater than 15 Mbps
Does Netflix charge a fee to register?
To successfully register for Netflix, you must link a payment method and complete the payment. Since Netflix currently does not offer a free trial, a subscription fee is mandatory; otherwise, registration will fail.
Can I use Alipay to pay for my Netflix subscription?
You can’t use Alipay to pay for your Netflix subscription if you register directly with them. However, if you choose a shared subscription model, Alipay is supported by all major partner platforms. Another option is to purchase Netflix gift cards from third-party stores via Alipay and then redeem those gift cards to pay for your Netflix subscription.
How to set a PIN code for a family account (parking lock)
A PIN code is what we commonly call a parking space lock, essentially a unique password for your own parking space. It prevents other people in your parking space from disturbing your viewing history and personal settings, so it’s unnecessary to set one for your own Netflix subscription; it’s mainly for roommates.
Sub-accounts shared on websites like MetShop have a PIN code by default. If the account you’re renting doesn’t have one, you can log in to your Netflix account after confirming your parking space and open ( https://www.netflix.com/YourAccount ) to set it up.
How many people can use a registered Netflix account at most?
A Netflix account typically allows only four devices to use it simultaneously, but it can have up to five sub-accounts. In other words, a Netflix account can be shared with five people, but only a maximum of four people can use it at any given time.
When sharing an apartment, it’s usually five people together. If more than five people are using the same space, someone might be forced offline. Fortunately, in real life, this rarely happens. As long as you don’t share your account information indiscriminately, it’s practically unheard of, maybe once a year.
Are Netflix accounts on shared rental platforms reliable?
Compared to finding strangers to share Netflix accounts in Telegram groups or buying disposable Netflix accounts on platforms like Taobao or Xianyu, large-scale shared account platforms undoubtedly have many advantages. You won’t be scammed, and you won’t encounter situations where someone in the group abandons the service midway. Furthermore, since these are all registered websites, their stability is generally guaranteed, indicating that the platform officially permits renting Netflix accounts, making it safe for both companies and individuals.
Netflix registration failed.
If you see the message “Sorry, the registration process cannot be completed at this time” when registering a Netflix account, it usually means there is a problem with the information you are trying to use to register. Please follow the troubleshooting steps below to resolve the issue.
First, check if there are any abnormalities in your payment method, such as whether your credit card supports overseas payments or whether it exceeds the limit. If you still cannot open your account after verifying this information, you can try changing nodes. This is especially important for users in mainland China, as some nodes may be blocked by Netflix due to abuse.
