If you are using PayPal to pay for Netflix, our Customer Service team will need to verify your PayPal Invoice ID or Billing ID to make any changes to your Netflix account.
Note:If you prefer not to provide this information, you can make changes to your account directly from your Account page.
Netflix makes it easy and convenient to pay your monthly subscription using PayPal. If you have an active PayPal account, you can securely link it to your Netflix profile and use it as your payment method.
In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk through everything you need to know about paying your Netflix bill with PayPal, including how to set it up, make payments, and manage your payment settings.
Overview of Paying for Netflix
Netflix offers monthly subscription plans that provide unlimited access to stream TV shows, movies, documentaries, and more on your devices. As a subscriber, you are billed once per month on the date you originally signed up.
When you subscribe you choose one of the following ongoing monthly plans
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Basic – $999 per month
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Standard – $15.49 per month
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Premium – $19.99 per month
You also have the option to try out Netflix free for 30 days for new members. However, you do need to provide billing info to start the free trial.
Why Pay with PayPal?
PayPal is one of the convenient online payment methods accepted by Netflix, along with credit cards, prepaid cards, and gift cards. Here are some of the benefits of using your PayPal account to pay for Netflix:
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Fast and easy setup – Your PayPal info syncs instantly with Netflix for quick payments.
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Simple login – You can securely log in with your email and PayPal password.
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Payment tracking – PayPal statements help you monitor Netflix payment history and charges.
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Flexibility – PayPal works with bank accounts, debit cards, credit cards, or your PayPal balance.
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Purchase protection – PayPal’s policies help protect your purchases as a consumer.
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Automatic payments – You can opt to have PayPal automatically charge each monthly bill.
How to Link PayPal and Pay Netflix
Follow these simple steps to start paying your Netflix subscription with PayPal:
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Log into your Netflix account through a web browser.
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Click on your profile icon and select “Account” from the dropdown menu.
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Under “Settings,” click on “Manage payment info”.
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Choose “PayPal” as your payment method.
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Log in to your PayPal account when prompted.
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Agree to authorize Netflix as an automatic billing merchant.
Once linked, Netflix will automatically charge your monthly subscription fee to your designated PayPal method on your monthly billing date. You can change payment info or cancel anytime.
Tips for Managing PayPal Payments
Follow these tips for smooth Netflix PayPal payment management:
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Keep your primary PayPal email updated so you get Netflix receipts.
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Choose your preferred PayPal funding source – balance, bank, card, etc.
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Monitor charges on your PayPal account before the Netflix due date.
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Contact PayPal if you see any unauthorized or inaccurate Netflix charges.
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Update your Netflix subscription plan anytime directly through your account.
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Cancel Netflix through your account settings to stop future PayPal charges.
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Change your payment method back to PayPal after cancelling and reactivating Netflix.
Netflix Bill Payment Help
If you have any trouble setting up or managing PayPal as your Netflix payment method, contact their customer service for assistance:
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Live chat with a Netflix support rep on their website.
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Call 1-866-579-7172 anytime 24/7 for billing help.
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Check their frequently asked questions for payment issues.
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Email [email protected] with specific payment questions.
The Netflix customer service team can walk you through linking PayPal, making payments, updating billing info, or canceling your account. Contact them promptly if you spot any errors with your charges.
Paying your monthly Netflix bill doesn’t get much easier than linking to PayPal. Sign up in just minutes and then Netflix will automatically charge your PayPal account each billing cycle. It’s fast, convenient, and secure – no need to hassle with entering credit card info month after month. Manage your subscription plan or cancel anytime directly through your Netflix profile.
Find your PayPal Invoice ID through PayPal
- Go to your PayPal Activity page (you may be prompted to sign in).
- Choose the most recent Netflix.com charge.
- View the Invoice ID.
Find your PayPal Invoice ID through Email
- Go to the email account you used to set up PayPal.
- Search for emails from [email protected] for the most recent Netflix.com purchase receipt.
- Select View or Manage Payment.
- Youll be redirected to PayPal to view your transaction (you may be prompted to sign in).
- View the Invoice ID on the transaction details page.
Note:If you do not receive emails from PayPal, you may need to update your PayPal notification settings.
How to Pay Netflix with PayPal
FAQ
Why won’t Netflix let me pay with PayPal?
Don’t enter the wrong payment information. Check that the information you entered on Netflix matches the information on your PayPal account. What you can do to fix the problem is check your PayPal account balance. Log in to your PayPal account and make sure you have enough money to cover the transaction.
How can I pay my Netflix account?
There are many options to pay for Netflix including credit or debit cards, and third parties. If one of our accepted payment methods is not working, please contact us for help. It’s possible for your account to be closed if you are billed by a third party or have a package that includes Netflix.
How do I pay my Netflix bill again?
You can use the same payment method again by entering your account information again, or you can try a different payment method. Netflix will also try to charge you again if a payment fails a few times during your billing cycle to help you get back to using the service.
How do I pay my Netflix bill with PayPal?
Netflix offers the option to pay your monthly bill using PayPal. To do this you simply need to have an active Netflix account and an active PayPal account. Here is a quick rundown of how to use PayPal to pay your Netflix bill: Go to “Account” and click on “Manage Payment Info.” Click ‘Add Payment Method’ and select ‘PayPal’.
How do I make PayPal my default payment for Netflix?
Your PayPal will now be linked to your Netflix account. You will be redirected to the Netflix Manage payment info page. Click Make Preferred. This will make PayPal your default payment for Netflix. When done correctly, you’ll see Preferred next to your PayPal email. You can choose to remove the previous payment method by clicking Remove.
Can I update my payment information on the Netflix mobile app?
You cannot update your payment information on the Netflix mobile app. You can only view or cancel your membership. Log into your Netflix account in a web browser. Click “Account”, then “Manage payment info”. Select “PayPal” and login with your PayPal account. You must have an active PayPal account to use it as a payment method.
How do I Find my PayPal payment ID for Netflix?
Select Payments tab > Netflix > Manage. View the Billing ID (B-XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX). You can change the way you pay for things with PayPal by going to their website or calling their customer service. Follow these steps to locate your PayPal invoice ID, transaction ID, or billing ID for Netflix transactions.
How do I re-link my PayPal account to Netflix?
In that case, go back to the Manage Automatic Payment page and cancel the Netflix account that is still active there. And then go to Netflix and re-link your account. I also think that you can only use one PayPal account at a time as a payment method, and that you have to cancel any active Automatic Payment profiles to Netflix first.
How do I add a payment method to Netflix?
Your current payment method will be listed to the left. Click +Add Payment Method. This can be found underneath your current payment method. Click PayPal. Netflix accepts credit cards, debit cards, PayPal, and gift codes.
