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Max Introduces $7.99 Extra Member Fee to Curb Password Sharing

The new feature allows U.S. subscribers to add one non-household user with a standalone account, joining Netflix and Disney+ in monetizing shared accounts.

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Overview

  • Max's Extra Member Add-On, priced at $7.99 per month, lets primary account holders add one non-household user with their own login credentials and profile.
  • The feature includes a Profile Transfer option, allowing extra members to retain their watch history, recommendations, and settings when creating a new account.
  • The add-on is limited to one extra member per account and is only available to subscribers billed directly through Max, excluding bundle and third-party billed users.
  • This move follows similar password-sharing restrictions introduced by Netflix in 2023 and Disney+ in late 2024, reflecting a broader industry trend.
  • Warner Bros. Discovery aims to boost direct-to-consumer revenue and improve profitability through this initiative, aligning with investor demands for stronger streaming margins.