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Netflix Eliminates Basic Plan in Spain, Redirects Users to Ad-Supported Entry Tier

Former Basic subscribers are being automatically enrolled in the €6.99 ad-supported tier to support Netflix’s shift toward hybrid pricing models.

Overview

  • Netflix completed the phase-out of its Basic ad-free subscription on July 30, ending the lowest-cost plan in Spain.
  • Standard with ads is now €6.99 per month, while the ad-free Standard tier is €13.99 and Premium remains €19.99 with 4K streaming and multi-user support.
  • Subscribers have received email notifications prompting them to confirm their choice before their next billing cycle.
  • Customers who access Netflix through telecommunications providers must contact their operators to verify how their bundled offers will be adjusted.
  • This step finalizes a strategy that began in early 2024 with a ban on new Basic sign-ups and October’s price hike, mirroring an industry turn toward ad-integrated streaming packages.