How to check who has logged into your Netflix account? Know everything about password sharing rules (2024)

Synopsis

Netflix has recently come with a set of restrictions as to how many people can binge-watch their favourite shows using an account - it's important to note that if you are that friend, who generally lens their Netflix account, check which devices is your account logged in.

How to check who has logged into your Netflix account? Know everything about password sharing rules (1)

Have you ever shared your Netflix password with someone like a roommate, an ex-partner or a dorm-mate? Well, it's possible that more people are using your account than you realize, and the identity of those people might surprise you.

In light of Netflix's plans to crack down on password sharing, it's important to be aware of who has access to your account. With the increasing competition in the streaming industry and a return to pre-pandemic viewing habits, Netflix is no longer encouraging password sharing with friends and family as it did before. In fact, it has become essential to check whether anyone is accessing your account without your authorization.

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An overview of Netflix's new password-sharing rule

Netflix estimates that around 100 million individuals use someone else's account to watch content on their platform. Netflix's tweet from 2017 saying Love is sharing a password, didn't seem to age well and the guidelines have changed.

Starting later this year, the company will introduce an additional fee for U.S. subscribers who share their login credentials with individuals outside their household.

Netflix stresses that their service is intended for household sharing, meaning individuals living in the same location as the account holder. People who do not reside in the same household should create their own account to access Netflix's content.

If you suspect that someone is using your Netflix account without your consent, there are ways to check and ensure that only authorized users can access your account.

Is someone using your Netflix?

Select "Account."
Scroll down to "Security and Privacy" > "Manage access and devices."

FAQs:

When was Netflix launched?
August 29, 1997
How much does a Netflix subscription cost in US?
It starts at $6.99 per month.

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( Originally published on Mar 05, 2023 )

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FAQs

How will Netflix know who is sharing passwords? ›

Netflix detects password sharing through analysis of IP addresses, device IDs, and usage patterns, allowing them to identify instances of shared accounts and address them accordingly.

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Can you find out who is logged into your Netflix? ›

Click on your profile icon located in the upper right-hand corner of the screen. Select "Account." Scroll down to "Security and Privacy" > "Manage access and devices." Here, you will find a list of the most recent devices that have been used to access your account.

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Can I use my Netflix account in two different houses? ›

A Netflix account is meant to be shared by people who live together in one household. People who are not in your household will need to use their own account to watch Netflix. Learn more about sharing Netflix. Account owners can buy an extra member slot and invite people outside their household to use Netflix.

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How to check login activity on Netflix? ›

How do I see who is using my Netflix account?

Log into your account.
Tap on your profile icon in the upper right-hand corner.
Tap on “Account.”
Scroll down to “Security and Privacy” and tap on “Manage access and devices.”
You will see the most recent devices active on your account.

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Can you get around Netflix sharing? ›

Purchase additional user accounts

Purchasing additional Netflix user accounts, or so-called sub-accounts, is a way of bypassing Netflix password sharing restrictions without going against the broadcaster's terms and conditions.

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In what state is it illegal to share your Netflix password? ›

On June 1, 2011, lawmakers in the US state of Tennessee passed a bill that makes sharing login information for sites that provide music and movies, such as Netflix and Napster, illegal.

How do I kick someone off Netflix? ›

Netflix discourages account sharing and only allows a few people to stream at a time on one account. You can view which devices are streaming from your Netflix account by logging into your account on the website. You can kick someone off your account by logging out of all devices and changing your password.

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How do I stop someone from using my Netflix account? ›

How to stop someone from using your account

Change your Netflix password. We recommend using a password that is: Unique to Netflix and not used for other websites or apps. ...
Sign out of devices you don't recognize. Note: ...
See How to keep your account secure for more steps you can take to secure your account.

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How to check Netflix account details? ›

Much of the data that we store about our members is easily accessible by logging into your account in a browser and clicking on the Account option. In nearly all cases, the information our members are looking for can be found on this page.

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What happens if you tell Netflix you are traveling? ›

For travelers using Netflix away from their home address, they may encounter the message, "Your TV isn't part of the Netflix Household for this account." In such cases, select the option "I'm traveling," and you will receive a code allowing you to use your Netflix account beyond your primary household location.

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How much does Netflix charge for password sharing? ›

Netflix password sharing changes

The company is cracking down on customers who share their accounts with people outside a single geographic household, introducing an $8 monthly charge in a long-threatened bid to retain customers and stanch a slowdown in subscription growth.

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How much is Netflix a month in 2024? ›

How much Netflix costs a month

Subscription plan	Monthly price	Access to content
Standard with Ads	$6.99	Due to licensing restrictions, some titles are inaccessible
Standard	$15.49	Every Netflix title
Premium	$22.99	Every Netflix title

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Does Netflix notify when you delete history? ›

Does Netflix notify parents when you delete something from your watch history? Does the owner of a Netflix account get notified when someone deletes a movie from watch history? No - since it is on the same account, Netflix assumes it is you or someone in your family sharing your account that has deleted the history.