Netflix is ​​testing a brand new trial model that promotes password sharing

You already know that sharing passwords is a problem on these streaming platforms. It looks like Netflix is ​​sick of it and is looking for a way to prevent this from happening.

According to reports, the streaming giant is testing a new feature that will prompt users to verify that they are cohabiting with the account holder.

“If you do not live with the owner of this account, you will need your own account to continue looking,” the message reads, the BBC reports.

Users can then verify that they have authorization by receiving a code in text or email.

A Netflix spokesman reportedly told the BBC: “The purpose of this test is to ensure that people who use Netflix accounts are authorized to do so.”

No word on whether this will be rolled out to every 200 million users worldwide, but it is uncertain how many unauthorized users are accessing the platform.

In 2019, Greg Peters, chief product officer, stated that Netflix had been looking into sharing passwords but had no “big plans to announce it to do something else,” according to the BBC.

This comes months after Netflix announced a price hike in October 2020. The price change is due to Netflix’s willingness to invest more in content and product features.

The prices are being updated “so that we can continue to offer a wider selection of TV shows and films,” said a spokesman The edge.

“As always, we offer a range of plans so people can choose a price that best suits their budget,” added the spokesman.

In October 2020, Netflix also ended the 30-day free trial. A notice on the company’s website states, “Free trials are not available, but you can still sign up and take advantage of all of Netflix’s offers.” Reminding people that there are no contracts or cancellation fees, Netflix went on to say, “There are no contracts, no cancellation fees, and no obligations. You are always free to change your plan or cancel online if you decide Netflix is ​​not for you. “

“As always, we offer a range of plans so people can choose a price that best suits their budget,” added the spokesman.