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Netflix is raising prices again

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Netflix's recent price increase reflects its ongoing efforts to boost revenue amid fierce competition in the streaming industry. This move may influence consumer spending habits and set a precedent for other streaming services considering similar hikes. For consumers, it underscores the importance of evaluating the value of their subscriptions in a crowded digital entertainment landscape.

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Netflix’s prices just went up, with its cheapest, ad-supported tier now reaching $8.99 / month (up from $7.99 / month), according to an updated support page spotted earlier by Android Authority. The standard and premium plans are also getting a hike, going from $17.99 to $19.99 / month and $24.99 to $26.99 / month, respectively.

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Netflix reported earning $1.5 billion from its growing advertising business in 2025, a fraction of the $12.05 billion in revenue it raked in throughout the year. Its most recent price hike follows a steady stream of increases from Prime Video, Crunchyroll, Paramount Plus, HBO Max, and Apple TV Plus.

Netflix didn’t share its reasoning for the price hike this time around, as it last cited delivering “more value for our customers.” It’s also unclear when the price hike will go into effect for existing subscribers. The Verge reached out to Netflix with a request for comment but didn’t immediately hear back.