Basis Abo Netflix
In short
Netflix is currently phasing out the old Basic subscription plan for existing customers in Germany. Users must now switch to a different tier or face cancellation of their current plan.
In plain words
The old cheap plan without adverts is being removed. If you want to keep watching without seeing commercials, you will have to pay a much higher monthly price. Otherwise, you may have to move to a cheaper plan that includes adverts.
A simple example
A customer paying for the old Basic plan receives a notice to choose a new tariff. They must either accept a more expensive ad-free plan or switch to the new ad-supported version to avoid losing access.
Why it matters
This change forces long-term customers to either pay significantly more or accept interruptions from advertisements. It marks a major shift in how Netflix manages its subscriber revenue and content delivery.
Easy to mix up
Do not confuse this with the new cheaper ad-supported plans, which are being introduced to replace the old system.
Sources
- Wer nicht umsteigt, fliegt raus: Netflix kündigt offenbar ersten Basis-Kunden
- Netflix kündigt Basis-Abos von Bestandskunden
- Schäm dich, Netflix! Dieser fiese Abo-Trick hätte mich fast in die Kostenfalle gelockt
- Neue Filme bei Netflix: Krimi-Hit mit Top-Kritiken und weitere Filme heute verfügbar