Joining Netflix on iPhone just got a whole lot easier - here s how Tom's Guide Skip to main content Tom's Guide is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here's why you can trust us. Joining Netflix on iPhone just got a whole lot easier - here s how By Richard Priday published 26 July 2022 Netflix sign-up on iPhone is now much easier thanks to Apple's new rules (Image credit: Shutterstock) If you need to sign up for Netflix, then it's just become a lot easier to do on your iPhone or iPad. Chances are you're already paying for Netflix (or have just left going by recent subscriber numbers), but if you do want to join, you can now do so through the Netflix app, rather than having to sign up separately and then log-in afterward as you had to do under Apple's older, more restrictive App Store rules. As you can see in the screenshots below, you are now directed to your browser after a warning from Apple about how it's not responsible for what happens on the external website. (Image credit: Tom's Guide) Netflix is a prominent example, but you'll likely see this scenario now with more and more apps thanks to this rule change. As convenient as it is to sign up and pay for everything through Apple's services, some argue that it is an anti-competitive system since Apple requires all developers give it 30% of revenue made this way, and Apple previously wouldn't allow links to external payment systems either. This new freedom applies to what Apple calls "reader" apps, which it defines as apps that have the primary purpose of offering digital content like books, music and video. That notably excludes anything relating to gaming (blame the Apple vs. Epic Games trial for that), but does give users the freedom to pay for many popular services on your iPhone without going through Apple. Once you've got your new Netflix subscription up and running, what should you watch? You could take a look at what's new on Netflix this month, or check out our picks for the best Netflix shows or best Netflix movies. Just keep an eye on your bank balance though as Netflix raised its prices earlier this year. It might be a bit more expensive to binge all these shows and movies than you remember.Today's best Netflix deals (opens in new tab)Netflix Basic (opens in new tab)$9.99/mth (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)at Netflix (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab)Netflix Standard (opens in new tab)$15.49/mth (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)at Netflix (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab)Netflix Premium (opens in new tab)$19.99/mth (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)at Netflix (opens in new tab) Be In the Know Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Richard PridayStaff WriterRichard is a Tom's Guide staff writer based in London, covering news, reviews and how-tos for phones, tablets, gaming, and whatever else people need advice on. Following on from his MA in Magazine Journalism at the University of Sheffield, he's also written for WIRED U.K., The Register and Creative Bloq. When not at work, he's likely thinking about how to brew the perfect cup of specialty coffee. Topics Smartphones Streaming See all comments (0) No comments yet Comment from the forums MOST READMOST SHARED1Google Pixel event live blog - Pixel 7, 7 Pro and Pixel Watch launch as it happens2The Best Cheap VPN in 20223Google Pixel 7 Pro release date, price, specs, cameras and preorders4Google Pixel Watch preorders - price and how to get yours59 best new movies you should watch this week on Netflix, HBO Max and more (Oct. 4-9)1Google Pixel 7 Pro release date, price, specs, cameras and preorders2Google Pixel event live blog - Pixel 7, 7 Pro and Pixel Watch launch as it happens3Google Pixel Watch preorders - price and how to get yours49 best new movies you should watch this week on Netflix, HBO Max and more (Oct. 4-9)5Daily Quordle #255 - answers and hints for Thursday, October 6