How will Netflix stop password sharing? What you need to know

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Global streaming giant Netflix has announced its intentions to crack down on password sharing, making it harder to log into a friend’s account to save money. But some are wondering what that means exactly. Wasn’t password sharing always against Netflix’s rules? Does this mean you can split the cost of a subscription with your roommate? How will Netflix stop password sharing if you’re allowed to use your account on different devices and in different places?

This is all a lot simpler than it sounds, but there are a lot of moving parts, so we’ve gone ahead and broken down how this all works, and more importantly, how it will affect you and your Netflix experience. If you’re not already a Netflix subscriber, you can hit the link below to sign up and check it out.

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