Netflix is the leading streaming entertainment service, with over 200 million subscribers in over 190 countries around the world enjoying various TV shows, documentaries, and movies using an internet-connected TV set, smartphone, computer, or video console. Netflix has a secure and safe watching experience just for kids with family-friendly entertainment.
Once you sign up and pay for your subscription, you can watch anything you want on Netflix by signing into your account. One of the biggest attractions of Netflix is that you can watch as much as you want, anytime. Netflix now also allows you to download a show or movie to your device and watch it on the go without an internet connection. So you can take Netflix with you on your journeys.
Netflix Subscription Plans in Kenya
Netflix tries to be an all-inclusive platform. This is done by creating affordable plans for its subscribers. In Kenya, for example, they have three plans: Basic, Standard, and Premium. Although these plans vary slightly from one region to another, they are largely the same.
1. Basic Plan
The Basic Plan costs Ksh 700 per month. With this plan, you can only watch on one device at a time. In addition, you will only be able to stream in standard definition (480p).
2. Standard Plan
The Standard Plan costs Ksh 950 per month. This plan enables you to stream content in Full HD (1080p) as well as watch from two devices at a time.
3. Premium Plan
The Premium Plan costs Ksh 1,200 per month. With this plan, you can watch on four devices at a time. Moreover, you will be able to enjoy great video quality in Ultra HD (4K) and HDR
How To Pay For Netflix In Kenya Via M-PESA GlobalPay
Previously, it was not possible to pay for Netflix via M-PESA directly. The only available option was a credit or debit card or linking your M-PESA to a PayPal account. Kenyan viewers can now use M-PESA GlobalPay, a secure and hassle-free way to pay for their Netflix subscription. This virtual card is available to anyone with an M-PESA account and can be conveniently topped up through the M-PESA mobile money service.
Here’s how to do it:
- Dial *840# and accept the terms and conditions to opt in.
- Alternatively, on your M-Pesa App, select the “Pay” tab.
- Opt for “Global Pay” and agree to the terms.
- Choose your card and enter your PIN.
- On your Netflix account, select “Pay”.
- Enter the credit card details from Global Pay and click on “Pay”.
- The subscription cost will be promptly deducted from your M-Pesa account.
How To Pay For Netflix In Kenya Via Paypal
Kenyan users can also use PayPal to subscribe to Netflix. Simply link your PayPal account to your Netflix profile and enjoy the convenience of automated payments.
Here’s how to do it:
- If you don’t already have one, create a PayPal account. For easy verification, the account must bear the same name as your M-Pesa account.
- Use the PayPal money service to link the PayPal account to your Deposit deposit into your Paypal account using the Pay Bill Number 800088 and your phone number as the Account Number.
- Log in to your Netflix account to set up a payment plan using the credit option form and select PayPal.
- Once completed, payment will be deducted from your PayPal account.
