Netflix expands its long-dreaded crackdown on account sharing

Seeking an extra source of revenue, the streaming giant began emailing customers on Tuesday that it would charge additional fees for every extra profile outside of the original subscriber's home. — AFP

SAN FRANCISCO: Netflix is sending emails with a dreaded "update on sharing" to users around the world with a clear message for people who share their Netflix account across more than one household: Time to pay up.

Seeking an extra source of revenue, the streaming giant began emailing customers on Tuesday that it would charge additional fees for every extra profile outside of the original subscriber's home.