How To Change Netflix Plan on Desktop & Mobile [Guide]

Netflix has a variety of plans available for its users differing by the number of screens, media resolution, and screen casting ability. In this guide, we are going to cover the different plans available and how you can change your existing plan. So, without further ado, let’s dive straight into it.

Different Plans Available On Netflix

In the United States, there are three Netflix plans:

Reasons For Changing Netflix Plan

There can be a variety of reasons you might want to change your Netflix plan, we have compiled the most common ones.

1. You want to use Netflix on more devices than your account supports.
2. You opted for the standard ads version but do not want to see any ads.
3. You want to add more users to your account.
4. You are dissatisfied with the quality of media that comes with your subscription.

How To Change Netflix Plan

Now that you’re caught up to speed with all the different plans, let’s see how to actually change yours. Netflix is widely used through their website, as well as their application. Hence, we are going to provide steps for both platforms.

↪ Netflix Website

The process for changing the subscription on the website is very simple. Just follow these steps:

1. Visit Netflix and login to your account. In case of multiple profiles, open an adult profile.
   

   

    
2. On the top-right corner of your screen, click on the profile icon.
   

   

3. In the menu box that opens up, select the Account option.

   

4. Under Account, scroll down until you reach Plan Details, and click on Change Plan.
   

   

5. Once in Plans, click on the plan you want to change to. After that click on Continue.

6. Once you click on Continue, you will asked to confirm the change and the change will take place.  

↪ Netflix App on Mobile

You cannot change your Netflix plan through the mobile application. Once you reach Account settings, you will be asked to visit Netflix’s website to update your payment details, change your plan, or manage other settings.

Hence, directly visit Netflix’s website, log in to your account, and follow the above process. The only thing you can do with your mobile application is to cancel your subscription.

Netflix vs. Competitors Plans

While you are at it, you might want to consider the plans offered by other streaming services as well. Of course, this would mean canceling your subscription here and making a new account on the other platform. However, their plans might be more suited to your requirements and you might just find the perfect alternative to Netflix.

↪ Hulu

Hulu has 2 main streaming plans. The first plan is the ad version which costs around $8/month or $80 per year. The second plan is ad-free and costs $18/month.

↪ Amazon Prime

Amazon Prime’s membership is $15/month or $139/year. However, there is a discount for students bringing down the cost to $7.5/month or $69/year.

↪ Apple TV+

Apple TV+ ad-free subscription costs $7/month. In case you buy a new Apply product such as an iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, or MAC, you get a free three-month service.

↪ HBO Max

Now known as just “MAX“, the base version includes ads costs $10/month or $100/year. The ad-free version costs $15.99/month or $149.99/year. The ultimate ad-free version costs $19.99/month or $199.99/year.

Go through the pros and cons of each of these platforms, including the type of content available, and if you find any suitable package feel free to switch.

READ MORE: How to Stream Movies for Free on Redbox ➜

Conclusion

There you go, the complete method of changing your Netflix plan and all the other options you have at your disposal. The world of streaming is only getting crazier. In case of any queries or suggestions feel free to drop them down below.