Disney Sets June for Global Password-Sharing Crackdown on Disney+

Aiming to boost subscriber growth and profitability, Disney will restrict password sharing on Disney+, allowing external member additions for a fee.

Disney to implement password-sharing crackdown on Disney+ starting in June, expanding globally by September.
The move aims to boost subscriber growth and profitability, following a similar successful strategy by Netflix.
Subscribers will be able to add members outside their households for an additional fee, though the cost is not specified.
The crackdown is part of Disney's broader strategy to achieve double-digit margins in its streaming business.
Investors have shown support for Disney's direction, with CEO Bob Iger receiving a decisive endorsement at a recent shareholder meeting.