Netflix France Subscription Prices for 2026: Plan Costs and Tips for Saving Money

In April 2026, the price of a Netflix subscription in France ranges from €7.99 to €21.99 per month, following two successive increases in April 2025 and January 2026 (JeChange, 2026). The Premium plan has risen by 10% over nine months, while the Basic plan was discontinued at the end of 2023. The result: the price of admission is climbing, and the 15 million subscribing households in France are looking for ways to offset the cost without resorting to piracy. This guide provides an overview, including a history of the price hikes, an international comparison, and legal avenues for reducing the cost.

Key points to remember

• Three subscription plans in France in 2026: Standard with ads for €7.99, Standard for €14.99, and Premium for €21.99 (JeChange, 2026).
• Last price increase in January 2026: €2 for the Premium plan and €1.50 for the Standard plan (Journal du Geek, 2026).
• Netflix will have 325 million paying subscribers by the end of 2025, including approximately 15 million households in France (Variety, 2026).
• Sharing a Premium subscription through the Spliiit marketplace allows you to split it among up to four people, bringing the monthly cost down to just a few euros.

What are Netflix's prices in France in April 2026?

Netflix France offers three plans in April 2026: Standard with ads for €7.99, Standard (ad-free) for €14.99, and Premium for €21.99 per month (JeChange, 2026). No contract required; cancel anytime. The price differences mainly reflect video quality, the number of simultaneous screens, and whether or not ads are included. No annual plan: Netflix does not offer a discount for annual payment in France.

The €7.99 subscription now includes 4 to 5 minutes of ads per hour and access to approximately 85% of the catalog. It is the most popular plan among new subscribers: 55% of them choose it (Univers Freebox, 2025).

According to Médiamétrie (Watch), 10 million French people watch Netflix every month via the ad-supported plan, proving that the sub-€8 pricing has found its audience despite the presence of commercial breaks. Households that prefer 4K and Dolby Atmos stick with the Premium plan at €21.99.

Summary of Netflix France Plans (April 2026)

• Plan|Monthly Price|Video Quality|Simultaneous Streams|Downloads|Ads
• Standard with ads|€7.99|1080p (Full HD)|2|Yes (2 devices)|4–5 min/hour
• Standard|€14.99|1080p (Full HD)|2|Yes (2 devices)|None
• Premium|€21.99|4K UHD + HDR|4|Yes (6 devices)|None

To help you decide between Standard and Premium based on features, the 2026 Netflix Standard vs. Premium comparison breaks down exactly what you get for the €7 price difference.

How have Netflix prices changed since 2017?

The price of the Standard edition rose from €9.99 in 2017 to €14.99 in 2026, representing a cumulative increase of 50% over nine years (Presse-citron, 2026). For the Premium edition, the trend is even more pronounced: from €13.99 to €21.99, a 57% increase. Each price hike is accompanied by a pricing structure adjustment (elimination of the Essentiel tier, introduction of the ad-supported option) designed to capture different market segments.

Historical context: In April 2025, prices rose by €1.50 to €2 across all plans, and in January 2026, prices were raised again by an additional €1 to €2 for the Standard and Premium plans (Journal du Geek, 2026). The frequency of price increases has accelerated since password sharing was discontinued.

UNIQUE INSIGHT — The frequency of Netflix price hikes in France has increased from one every 18–24 months during 2017–2022 to two in nine months during 2025–2026. In other words, the cost of a Premium subscription rose faster between 2024 and 2026 than it did during the entire 2017–2023 period.

History of Netflix Price Increases in France

• Date|Essential|Standard|Premium|Event
• 2017|$7.99|$9.99|$13.99|Price list
• August 2021|€8.99|€13.49|€17.99|€1–€4
• November 2022|—|—|—|Standard Launch with ads for €5.99
• December 2023|Discontinued|€13.49|€19.99|Essential offer ends
• April 2025|—|€14.99|€21.99|€1.50 to €2
• January 2026|—|€14.99|€21.99|Standard Edition with ads for €7.99

To understand the broader context, the article on rising streaming subscription prices places Netflix’s developments within the broader trend of price increases across the SVOD market.

Why does Netflix raise its prices so often?

Netflix will spend $20 billion on content in 2026, a 10% increase from 2025 (Variety, 2026). This budget funds original productions, sports rights (NFL, WWE), and the development of the advertising segment. Price increases are keeping pace with this level of investment, especially as subscriber growth slows: +23 million in 2025 compared to +41 million in 2024.

Another factor: the end of free password sharing, which took effect in 2023. This move brought millions of “ghost viewers” back to paid subscriptions, strengthening the subscriber base. Netflix can therefore raise its prices without losing a large number of subscribers, since users who relied on shared accounts no longer have a free alternative.

According to Netflix's Q4 2025 report, revenue for 2025 reached $45.2 billion (+16%), and the platform is targeting $50.7 billion to $51.7 billion in 2026 (CNBC, 2026). Advertising revenue is expected to double in 2026.

Is Netflix more expensive in France than elsewhere?

France ranks in the top third of Netflix's global pricing rankings: €14.99 for the Standard plan, compared to €2.75 in Pakistan, €6.21 in Turkey, and €9.13 in Argentina for an equivalent plan (VPN Wiki, 2026). The United States charges $17.99 (approximately €16.80) for the Standard plan. Western European countries generally range between €13 and €16.

Some users try to use a VPN to sign up for a foreign plan. The problem is that Netflix has tightened its policy, actively detects VPNs, and may terminate the account. Officially, using a VPN to change your pricing region violates the terms of service.

For a complete overview of price differences by country, see our guide "Which country is Netflix cheapest in?".

Comparison of Netflix Standard Plans by Country (2026)

• Country|Standard Netflix Price|Equivalent in €
• Pakistan|450 PKR|~€2.75
• Turkey|229.99 TRY|~6.21 €
• Argentina|$9.50|~€8.30
• Spain|€13.99|€13.99
• France|€14.99|€14.99
• United States|$17.99|~€16.80
• Switzerland|24.90 CHF|~26.10 €

How can you pay less for your Netflix subscription in 2026?

Three legal options will help lower your Netflix bill in 2026: switch to the Standard plan with ads for €7.99, share a Premium 4K plan with friends and family through Netflix’s official sharing feature (€7.99 per additional profile), or use a subscription-sharing marketplace. As for piracy and those “miracle” free codes, they’re nothing but a myth (guide to free Netflix codes).

The "official" way to share a Netflix account involves paying an additional €7.99 per extra member on a Premium plan. Overall, this is a good deal if there are two of you using it. But beyond that, it becomes less cost-effective than four people sharing a single Premium account. Legal subscription sharing via a third-party platform regulates this practice: one account holder subscribes to Premium, three co-subscribers share the access, and the cost per person drops to just a few euros a month.

PERSONAL EXPERIENCE — At Spliiit, we’ve noticed that users who share a Premium subscription among four people pay, on average, 70 to 75% less than they would for a Standard subscription purchased individually. The trade-off: agreeing to use a shared profile instead of a full personal account. For most people, it’s a worthwhile trade-off.

Legal options for lowering the Netflix price

• Standard with ads (€7.99): the easiest option if you don't mind ads.
• Official Netflix sharing: €7.99 per additional member on the Premium plan, limited to two households outside the primary residence.
• Pooling via the Spliiit marketplace : Share a Premium subscription with up to 4 co-subscribers, secure payment.
• Free month offered by the provider: Some streaming boxes occasionally include Netflix (see terms and conditions for Free and Bouygues).
• Targeted cancellation: Switch from Premium to Standard for a slow month when you don't have any ongoing series.

To help you think more broadly about all your subscriptions, our guide to sharing SVOD subscriptions explains the rules that apply to each platform.

What are the differences between Netflix Basic, Standard, and Premium?

The Essentiel plan at €10.99 was discontinued in December 2023; as a result, it is no longer available in 2026 (Next, 2024). Households that were still subscribed to it were switched to Standard with ads or Standard. There are therefore two “ad-free” plans that differ only in video quality and the number of simultaneous screens.

The Premium plan is worth it for three scenarios: households of 3–4 people watching at the same time, a 4K TV with a Dolby Atmos home theater system, and downloads on more than two devices (useful when on vacation). For solo use or a couple watching on a 1080p screen, the Standard plan at €14.99 is sufficient. The Standard plan with ads at €7.99 is suitable for occasional viewers who don’t mind commercial breaks.

What pricing trends should we watch for in 2026–2027?

Analysts and industry publications anticipate another price increase in 2027, likely of €1 to €2 for the Premium tier (AV Cesar, 2026). The United States, which already raised its prices in January 2026, has historically served as a testing ground: developments there typically precede European adjustments by 6 to 12 months.

Another trend to watch: the inclusion of live sports (NFL, WWE, boxing matches), which Netflix sees as justification for further price hikes. Bundled deals with telecom providers (Bouygues, Free) could also change, offering conditional discounts in exchange for a combined TV and mobile subscription.

To help you decide which platform to choose, the 2026 Guide to Affordable Legal Streaming Services compares Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video, and Canal+ based on their actual value for money.

FAQ — Frequently Asked Questions About Netflix Pricing

How much will Netflix cost in April 2026?

As of April 2026, Netflix France offers three subscription plans: Standard with ads for €7.99/month, Standard for €14.99/month, and Premium for €21.99/month (JeChange, 2026). These rates have been in effect since the last price increase in January 2026. There are no annual plans, and subscriptions can be canceled at any time.

Is the Netflix Basic plan still available?

No. The Netflix Essential plan at €10.99 was discontinued in December 2023 and is no longer available in 2026 (Next, 2024). Existing subscribers were migrated to Standard with ads (€7.99) or Standard (€14.99). Netflix has no plans to relaunch this mid-tier plan.

Can multiple households still share a Netflix account?

Yes, but within certain limits. Netflix allows you to add an extra member for €7.99/month on Standard and Premium plans. Beyond that, using the Spliiit marketplace lets you legally share a Premium subscription among four co-subscribers, splitting the cost without violating the terms of service.

Will Netflix prices go up again in 2026?

No further increases are officially planned for 2026 following the one in January. Instead, analysts anticipate an adjustment in 2027, often following the lead of the United States, which typically moves first, 6 to 12 months ahead of France (AV Cesar, 2026). Budget constraints and slowing growth are the driving factors.

What is the difference between Standard with ads and Classic Standard?

Both plans offer the same 1080p quality and support for two simultaneous screens. The difference is that the €7.99 plan includes 4 to 5 minutes of ads per hour and access to approximately 85% of the catalog, while the €14.99 plan is ad-free and provides access to 100% of the catalog (JeChange, 2026).

How can you legally pay less than €8 a month for Netflix?

There are two main options: the Standard plan with ads for €7.99 directly from Netflix, or sharing a Premium account through the Spliiit marketplace with several other subscribers, which brings the individual cost down to just a few euros while maintaining ad-free 4K quality. “Free codes” circulating online are always fraudulent.

In short: Which Netflix plan should you choose in 2026?

The choice depends on your usage. Casual viewers who don’t mind ads: Standard with ads, €7.99. A household of 1–2 people in 1080p: Standard, €14.99. A multi-screen family in 4K: Premium, €21.99—ideally shared to offset the cost. With two price hikes in nine months, the 100% individual plan is becoming hard to justify for a Premium subscription: sharing via legal means is emerging as the rational choice.

Want to share your Netflix subscription without breaking the rules? Check out the deals available on the Spliiit marketplace.