Giving a Netflix subscription as a gift: the best options (without the hassle)

Giving someone a Netflix subscription is a simple, useful gift that will bring joy all year round. But with different plans, household restrictions, gift cards, and options for couples or people on the go, it can be hard to know the best way to go about it.

In this guide, we review the most practical solutions for offering Netflix, along with their advantages, limitations, and some tips to help users get the most out of the service (including if they want to watch Netflix outside their home).

1) Can Netflix be offered "directly"?

Netflix does not work like some platforms where you can "give" a subscription via a gift button integrated into the account. In practice, giving Netflix as a gift is mainly done via:

• a Netflix gift card (the simplest solution)
• payment for a few months (by reimbursing or covering the expense)
• a spot in a multi-screen subscription (if it fits with how you use it and Netflix's rules)

Each option has its advantages. The right choice depends mainly on your objective: total independence for the person, a "turnkey" gift, or sharing a package.

2) Option #1: Netflix gift card (the simplest option)

Why it is the best option in most cases

A gift card is often the most straightforward way to give someone a Netflix subscription:

• you offer credit that can be used on Netflix,
• The person then manages their account, plan, and duration.
• No need to share a payment method or login details.

How does it work, in practical terms?

The person enters the gift card code on Netflix. The amount is credited to the account and used to pay for the subscription until the balance is exhausted.

Good tip: if you want it to be a real gift that lasts, choose an amount that covers several months, to give them time to get used to Netflix.

3) Option 2: Pay for someone else's subscription (a "ready-made" gift)

This is a common option, for example for a parent, a student child, or a relative who does not want to deal with the details.

The advantages

• immediate gift, the person has immediate access
• handy if you install Netflix on your TV/box while you're at it

Limitations to anticipate

• A payment method linked to the account is required.
• The duration of the gift must be clarified from the outset (3 months? 6 months?).
• if the plan changes, the bill may vary

Simple tip: if you choose this option, set a clear time frame (“I’ll give you Netflix for 3 months”) and, if possible, opt for a solution where the person retains control of their account.

4) Option #3: Offer Netflix "for two" (and watch together)

If the idea behind the gift is also to watch Netflix together, there are two very different scenarios:

4.1 Watching Netflix together in the same place

In a couple or a shared apartment, it's simple: you can choose a plan that allows for multiple screens and organize yourselves with separate profiles.

What really matters is not just the number of screens, but also your comfort of use:

• watch simultaneously on TV and phone,
• not to step on each other's toes in the recommendations,
• keep to one's own profile.

4.2 Watching Netflix together remotely

When you want to watch a movie "together" remotely, Netflix does not include an official universal "watch party" mode depending on the country/device. However, there are some simple ways to do this:

• synchronize (start at the same time),
• communicate via audio/video call,
• Use co-viewing solutions when they are available depending on the browser/extensions (with caution, and ensuring compliant and secure use).

Most importantly: don't look for "tricks" that require you to share your login details everywhere or install dubious extensions. A Netflix gift is supposed to make life easier, not more complicated.

5) “How to watch Netflix outside your home”: what you need to know

This question comes up all the time, especially since the rules regarding households have been tightened. In reality, watching Netflix on the go is still possible, but you have to do it correctly.

5.1 When traveling, on the road, visiting friends

The most common and generally simplest uses:

• watch Netflix on your phone or tablet,
• use a computer,
• Connect to a TV (if the Netflix app is available) in accordance with Netflix's rules and operating procedures.

5.2 Anticipating going offline (the real legal hack)

The most reliable way to watch Netflix outside your home is often... not to depend on the network:

• Download your episodes/movies in the app when you have Wi-Fi.
• watch offline later (train, plane, area with poor coverage).

It's simple, official, and saves a lot of hassle.

5.3 Avoiding unpleasant surprises

If multiple people use the same account in very different contexts (locations, devices, connections), Netflix may request verifications, confirmations, or impose limitations.

Key takeaway: the clearer and more organized the usage (profiles, devices, framework), the less friction you will encounter.

6) Offer Netflix... and reduce the cost if you use it a lot

When you offer Netflix, you often realize something: the real issue isn't just "offering," it's the overall budget (Netflix + music + SVOD + tools, etc.).

If Netflix is one of the subscriptions you use every week, there is a simple way to avoid paying full price on your own: co-subscription.

The principle (simple and transparent)

• A person has a multi-seat subscription that suits their needs.
• "Available" seats can be shared in an organized manner.
• The cost is shared, everyone pays their share.

Why use a platform like Spliiit?

Managing sharing manually (transfers, reminders, oversights) quickly becomes tedious. Spliiit allows you to:

• set up a joint subscription more easily,
• secure the distribution of payments,
• avoid ambiguous situations.

👉 If you want to offer Netflix while optimizing your budget, a good idea is to offer a "share" of the subscription via Spliiit: the person enjoys Netflix at a lower price, and you avoid manual management.

7) How to choose the right Netflix gift plan

To put it simply, ask yourself these questions:

1. Will the person mainly watch on TV or on their mobile device?
2. Will she watch alone, or often with someone else?
3. Does she travel a lot (train, vacations, business trips)?
4. Should the gift be self-sufficient (not dependent on you)?

• If you want a standalone gift: gift card.
• If you want an "experience" gift (installing, setting up, hosting a party): paying for a few months can be a lot of fun.
• If the goal is to optimize the budget over time, co-subscription (via Spliiit) becomes relevant.

FAQ – Giving a Netflix subscription as a gift

What is the easiest way to give Netflix as a gift?

The Netflix gift card is usually the simplest option: the recipient applies the code, chooses their plan, and uses the credit until it runs out.

Can you gift Netflix to someone who lives elsewhere?

Yes, but the simplest option is still a gift card, so that the person has an account and a payment method in their name. This also avoids most of the complications associated with access and devices.

Can two people watch Netflix with a single subscription?

Yes, depending on the plan and usage. Many people watch Netflix together, often on two separate profiles, and sometimes on multiple screens depending on the subscription.

How can you watch Netflix outside your home without any problems?

The most reliable option is to use the app on your device (mobile/computer) and, if necessary, download your content in advance to watch it offline. When traveling, the idea is to avoid risky practices (sharing scattered login details, using questionable solutions).

Giving Netflix as a gift is expensive: how can you reduce the cost?

If Netflix is used a lot, co-subscription allows the cost to be shared. A platform such as Spliiit simplifies the connection process and secures payments, eliminating the need for manual management.

Key points to remember

• Giving someone a Netflix subscription is usually done via a gift card, paying for a few months, or a co-subscription, depending on your goal.
• For smooth use, especially when you want to watch Netflix with someone else or on the go, it's best to opt for simple, official solutions (profiles, devices, offline downloads).
• While Netflix is one of those must-have subscriptions, optimizing the cost with a shared subscription via Spliiit can transform Netflix from an "expensive little treat" into a sustainable and reasonable expense.

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