No, as per the Netflix website, they do not have any free plan available at the moment.
The streaming giant has also scrapped its free trial plan in which the audience just had to create an account, choose a plan, and avail of Netflix services free for a month. Later they can choose to continue by purchasing the subscription or can withdraw their account.
But now Netflix has discontinued this plan. If one wants to watch Netflix, then they have to sign up, choose a plan, purchase it and then avail of the services. The user also gets the freedom to change their plan or cancel any time they want.
What is Netflix?
Netflix, Inc. is an American subscription-based streaming giant (OTT streaming platform) and production company that is based in Los Gatos, California. The streaming platform was founded by Reed Hastings and Marc Randolph in Scotts Valley, California.
Netflix offers you a huge range of films and television shows you can binge all day. As per your watch history, Netflix curates a list of similar shows you can watch based on your liking. Depending on the plan you choose, you can avail of these features on your iOS, Android, or Windows 10 device too, and can watch your favorite shows and series without the internet (only after downloading it).
There are a variety of shows and films that are available for viewing on Netflix. They also produce original films and shows. Not only TV shows and films, but you can also watch documentaries, anime, cartoons, stand-up comedy shows, and many other genres. The more you watch, the more Netflix recommends shows based on your watchlist.
On what devices can you stream Netflix?
Depending on the plan you buy, you can not only watch Netflix on your TV but also can binge on it on your iOS, Android device, Windows device, iPad, set-up box, console, etc - any internet-connected device.
To watch Netflix on phones and other devices, you must download the Netflix app that you can avail from the Play store or Apple Store. To watch it on TV, your electronic device must be updated and must have the Netflix app. You can also watch Netflix through a set-up box.
What are the plans available on Netflix?
According to Netflix.com, they have four subscription plans. The first one is Basic with ads in which you can avail films and TV shows in HD, and you can watch Netflix on one device, but some of the movies and TV shows won't be available. This plan will cost you $6.99/ month.
In the Basic plan you can watch Netflix on one device, can watch every movie and TV show in HD, won't have any ad interruptions, and can also download shows and films but only on one device. This plan will cost you $9.99/month.
In the Standard plan, you can stream Netflix on two devices and download them too. You can also watch movies and TV in full HD and without ads. This plan will cost you $15.49/month. You can share this plan with one of your family members, your other half, or friends.
Finally the premium plan. In this plan, you can stream Netflix on 4 devices and download movies and TV shows too. Same as the basic and standard plan, you can watch it without any ad interruptions and the movies and shows are in ultra HD. Through this plan, your close ones and family members can also make their profile. This plan will cost you $19.99/month.
How can you change your plan on Netflix?
It's pretty simple, you first have to sign in to your Netflix account and then go to plan details, and from there, select change plan. Once this is done, choose the desired plan, then select continue or update. At last, confirm the change or confirm.
That's it, then your plan will be changed.
FAQs
Q. When was Netflix founded?
A. Netflix was founded on 29 August 1997, in Scotts Valley, California.
Q. Who founded Netflix?
A. Reed Hastings and Marc Randolph founded Netflix.
Q. What is Netflix?
A. Netflix is a streaming platform where you can binge-watch various movies and TV shows.
Q. Which is the cheapest plan on Netflix?
A. Basic with ads is the cheapest plan on Netflix. It will cost you around $6.99/month.
