You can change your Netflix plan anytime from your account settings

Netflix lets you move between plans without cancelling and restarting your subscription. The change takes effect immediately if you upgrade, or at the start of your next billing cycle if you downgrade. You do not lose your watch history, saved shows, or profile settings when you switch plans.

The process takes about two minutes and works the same way whether you signed up on the Netflix website, through an app, or via a third-party service like Apple or Google Play. The one exception is if you pay through a mobile app — some carriers require you to change your plan through their billing system instead.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change plans from the Account settings menu on any device where you are signed in.
  • Upgrading to a higher tier takes effect right away and charges you a prorated amount for the remainder of your current billing period.
  • Downgrading takes effect on your next billing date, so you keep your current plan until then.
  • If you signed up through Apple, Google Play, or Amazon, you may need to change your plan through that service's billing settings instead of Netflix.

How to change your plan on a web browser or computer

Open Netflix in your web browser and sign in if you are not already. In the top right corner, click the profile icon (it looks like a circle with your name or initials), then select Account from the dropdown menu.

On the Account page, find the section labeled Membership or Plan Details — the exact wording depends on your region. Click the button that says Change Plan or Upgrade Plan. Netflix will show you all available plans with their prices and features side by side. Select the plan you want and click Continue. Review the summary of charges and click Confirm Change to finish.

How to change your plan on the Netflix app (phone or tablet)

Open the Netflix app and sign in. Tap the profile icon at the bottom right of the screen (on iPhone) or the menu icon at the top right (on Android). Select Account or Settings depending on your device.

Scroll down to find Membership or Plan and tap Change Plan. You will see all available options. Select the one you want and tap Continue. Confirm the change by tapping the final confirmation button. The change takes effect immediately if you are upgrading, or on your next billing date if you are downgrading.

What happens when you upgrade versus downgrade

When you upgrade to a more expensive plan, Netflix charges you right away for the difference between what you already paid and what the new plan costs for the rest of your current billing period. For example, if you have 15 days left in your cycle and you upgrade from a $6.99 plan to a $15.49 plan, you pay roughly $8.50 immediately. Your next full charge will be the new plan's full price on your regular billing date.

When you downgrade to a cheaper plan, the change does not take effect until your next billing date. You keep your current plan and all its features until then. On your billing date, Netflix charges you the lower price and switches you over. This means you cannot downgrade and immediately get a refund for the difference.

If you signed up through Apple, Google Play, or Amazon

If your Netflix account is linked to Apple's App Store, Google Play, or Amazon Prime Video, you may need to change your plan through that service instead of through Netflix directly. Netflix cannot always access these billing relationships.

To change your plan, go to your account settings in the app or service you used to sign up. For Apple: open Settings, tap your name, select Subscriptions, find Netflix, and tap Edit. For Google Play: open the Play Store app, tap your profile icon, select Subscriptions, find Netflix, and tap Manage. For Amazon: go to Your Account, select Memberships and Subscriptions, find Netflix, and select Manage.

Troubleshooting: Your plan change is not working

If you see an error message when you try to change plans, first check that your payment method is current and has not expired. Netflix cannot process a plan change if your card or billing information is out of date. Go to Account settings, find Payment Method, and update it if needed.

If you signed up through a mobile app or third-party service and the Change Plan button does not appear in Netflix, you are likely locked into that billing system. You will need to manage your plan through the app store or service you used to sign up, not through Netflix itself. If you want to change plans through Netflix directly, you can cancel your current subscription and sign up again on the Netflix website with a new payment method.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my plan in the middle of my billing cycle?

Yes. If you upgrade, the change happens right away and you are charged a prorated amount for the rest of your cycle. If you downgrade, the change takes effect on your next billing date, and you keep your current plan until then.

Will I lose my saved shows and watch history if I change plans?

No. Your profiles, watch history, saved shows, and all other account data stay exactly the same when you change plans. The only difference is the features available to you — for example, a lower plan may have fewer screens you can watch at once or lower video quality.

What is the difference between Netflix plans?

Netflix offers plans at different price points with different features. Lower-priced plans typically allow fewer simultaneous streams and lower video quality, while higher plans allow more screens at once and higher resolution. Check the plan comparison on Netflix's website or in your Account settings to see the exact features of each plan in your region.

Can I change my plan if I have an unpaid balance?

No. Netflix will not let you change plans if your account has an outstanding balance. You need to update your payment method and pay any overdue amount first. Once your account is current, you can change plans normally.

Do I get a refund if I downgrade my plan?

No. When you downgrade, the lower price takes effect on your next billing date. You do not receive a refund for the difference between what you paid for your current plan and what the lower plan costs.