Talk:Netflix

Split

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Consensus to split the article into Netflix and Netflix, Inc. WaterExplorer ^talk 15:50, 30 May 2023 (UTC)

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Since this article has become too long, and it is very difficult to distinguish which part of the text refers to the company and which to the streaming service, I propose to split it into two articles: Netflix, Inc. and Netflix. — Ruach Chayim (talk) 16:19, 29 March 2023 (UTC)

I think it would be nice if Netflix, Inc. focused on the corporates side awhile Netflix should at least make the description as the streaming platform. VernardoLau (talk) 06:17, 7 April 2023 (UTC)

I fully agree. — Ruach Chayim (talk) 15:50, 8 April 2023 (UTC)

I think this would over complicate things and should not be done at this time. Michael-Moates (talk) 14:02, 10 April 2023 (UTC)

Support: Per nom. kpgamingz (rant me) 22:11, 12 April 2023 (UTC)

• Support per nom. Would fix a lot of the proseline issues in the History section as well. DigitalIceAge (talk) 23:17, 18 April 2023 (UTC)
• Support, per above. -- Shivertimbers433 (talk) 19:45, 24 April 2023 (UTC)
• Support per nom. Lapadite (talk) 00:40, 2 May 2023 (UTC)
• Support per nom. Lewcm (talk) 22:36, 4 May 2023 (UTC)

• Support per nom. ASpacemanFalls (talk) 14:53, 17 May 2023 (UTC)

Thank you for voting. I will do the splitting tomorrow. Ruach Chayim (talk) 19:51, 27 May 2023 (UTC)

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History deleted as "unnecessary info"

One of the keystone deals Netflix made as it transitioned from DVD by mail to streaming was the Starz deal in 2008, but @Sr1jj decided this pivotal deal was just superfluous data in this edit https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Netflix&diff=prev&oldid=1059329306 from 2021 well Sr1jj it seems like you don't really know what you were talking about then. This information is one of the big steps in Netflix's historic rise as the streaming leader. 107.11.6.4 (talk) 01:55, 24 January 2024 (UTC)

ok please put it back with proper sources if you have an issueSr1jj (talk) 20:13, 29 January 2024 (UTC)

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Recommendation Algorithm addition

Hi! I was thinking about adding a recommendation algorithm section to the Wikipedia page. There is a section for recommendations and thumbnails, however, it has a lack of information regarding the actual recommendation algorithm and lacks detail. This is my proposition for the addition of a section, let me know what you think.

Recommendation Algorithm

The Netflix recommendation system is a vital part of the streaming platform’s success, enabling personalized content suggestions for over 220 million subscribers worldwide. Using advanced machine learning algorithms, Netflix analyzes user interactions, including viewing history, searches, and ratings, to deliver personalized recommendations for movies and TV shows.

Netflix uses machine learning algorithms to process large amounts of user data and generate accurate recommendations. These algorithms use techniques such as reinforcement learning, neural networks, casual modeling, probabilistic graphical models, matrix factorization, and ensemble learning.

The recommendation system considers individual user preferences, similarities with other users with comparable tastes, specific title attributes (genre, release year), device usage patterns, and viewing time. As users interact with the platform and provide feedback with their viewing habits, the recommendation system is able to adapt and refine its suggestions over time. Netflix uses a two-tiered ranking system, using the presentation of titles on the homepage for easy navigation to maximize user engagement. This is done by organizing content into rows and ranking the titles within each row based on how much the user would be interested in it. Netflix also uses A/B testing to determine what causes the biggest interest and engagement related to options concerning movie suggestions and how titles are organized.

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Typingstuff (talk) 18:56, 23 March 2024 (UTC)

Privacy Policy addition

I believe the Netflix page could benefit from a short explanation of it's Privacy Policy. The following is what I think could be added to the page after the Criticism topic. Any and all feedback is appreciated. Thanks.

Privacy Policy

Netflix's Privacy Policy outlines how the streaming platform collects, uses, and protects user data. It covers various aspects of privacy such as the type of information collected (like account details, viewing history, and device data), the purposes for which it's used (including personalization, account management, and content recommendations), and how it's shared (with service providers, for legal reasons, or with user consent). The policy also addresses user controls, providing options for managing data preferences and settings. Additionally, it highlights security measures to safeguard user information from unauthorized access or misuse.

For California citizens, Netflix follows the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) , which “is a state statute that aims to enhance privacy rights and consumer protection”.

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Horton Nazca (talk) 18:58, 23 March 2024 (UTC)

Proposed edit- Subscriptions

Hello! I was thinking of updating the Subscriptions section of the Wikipedia page to mention the new policies Netflix put in place regarding household. This seemed to stir a lot of controversy when it happened and lots of people have questions about the new policy. I've included the new section I would like to add. Let me know if these changes are unnecessary or if anything needs to be changed! Thank you.

Subscriptions

Netflix announced in February that it was going to enforce stricter regulations for password sharing. In May 2023, Netflix began cracking down on password-sharing in the US, UK, and Australia. Under these new rules, multiple people can use and share one account, but they have to be under the same household. Netflix defines a household as people who live in the same location as the owner of the account. Users are asked to set a primary location based on the device’s IP address. Once this location is set, people who do not live at that location no longer have access to the account unless they pay an additional fee to become an extra member on the account. This decision has sparked controversy, with many saying the new rule is not fair to college students who do not live at home any longer.

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Keene083 (talk) 19:00, 23 March 2024 (UTC)

References

I hope I haven't destroyed the reference. I've only reverted vandalism from last November. --WikiUser1234945-- (talk) 16:30, 27 April 2024 (UTC)