Sharif Hcm
map-marker Chicago, Illinois

Login Issues

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I had login issues for several days but usually late in the evening. I was finally able to call around 8pm CST and my service rep was very helpful and very polite. I was super mad calling them with my login issues, and calmed down after the tech was able to support and clear my issue. Thank you Rehl.
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User's recommendation: Call them if it's not working

Anonymous

Hulu freezes after commercials

It's bad enough that Hulu makes me watch the same commercials during every break of every show, but now the app freezes after each commercial break. I have to turn off the TV, turn it back on, restart Hulu, restart the show, and re-watch the commercials.

Then maybe I get to see the next segment of the show. This stinks. I'm almost ready to go back to cable. And that's saying something.

( i'm using Hulu on a Vizio TV, hardwired, with excellent broadband service. It's Hulu, not me.)

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Reason of review:
Bad quality
362 comments
Guest

I have not been able go connect either! It is over and over i have been calling.. Absolute worst T jaffers

Frank A Zdc

Same here. I cancelled yesterday after it locked up during the final seocnds of NCAA tournament game - yet another one of their problems.

Guest

The same thing happens on one of our tvs

Donald M Opu

Hulu jacks up the volume when the commercials come on. VERY ANNOYING!

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Guest

Hulu continues to raise their prices while their services continues to decline, they don't offer their customers any resolution and contacting them is extremely difficult. Time to search for new streaming service

Sokhna Lfp
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I agree that hulu is constantly raising their prices for sucky services At times you are lucky to get through an entire movie or television show without the service freezing. Shameful.

Guest
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Dropped Live for basic $14 plan. I do not need ESPN and Disney.

Guest

The "Hulu Freeze" continues. Someone from Hulu six months ago actually had the balls to simply post: "This sounds like behavior that our teams are currently looking into?" Guess what?

You failed. Are failing. No fix yet. Are y'all still working on it?

What seems to be the problem? Why isn't my $64.99 a month paying for new coders, because the ones you have now apparently are incompetent? How 'bout an update? I am giving you an update.

The comments are giving you an update. My Hulu freezes all the time. Commercials, between shows, in the middle of an amazing finish to a sporting event.

They know that the "uninstall and reinstall" the app instructions is a smokescreen to say "we do not know what the *** we are doing." Dumping Hulu again. If Hulu is the model for "streaming is the future," give me back my coaxial cable.

Guest
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Experienced the same song and dance on April 28th! Tired of watching at 10 - 30 minute intervals.

Seriously considering returning to satellite TV. Cost is higher but performance (unless there's bad weather) is consistent.

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Matt H Bvp

The new interface is wretched

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I canceled after being forced to use the new interface. It's difficult to navigate and has removed many of the features that made the old Hulu interface so user friendly.

Autoplay will play shows you do not want to watch. Your watchlist is difficult to find and no longer allows you to find your unwatched shows at the top of the list. It is VERY easy to find shows that you do not want to watch, as Hulu will shove them down your throat on every screen. What you won't see?

Your stuff.

People have been complaining about this for months after they were forced to use this UI on other devices...but Hulu pushed it anyway.

I am not paying for a service that ignores it's customers and, because of that, has no clue what they want.

0/10. Bye bye!

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Loss:
$11
Pros:
  • Some shows
  • Old hulu
Cons:
  • New ui
  • Hulu does not respond to its own feedback site
Reason of review:
bad UI

Preferred solution: Restore the previous UI.

117 comments
Guest

I can't stand it, Hulu used to be great, easy navigation. Now it skips down over my stuff that I've been watching..

what the *** Why did you mess it up? Where's my stuff?

Guest
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Terrible interface &user experience. Why hide the show that I started “

Guest

I used to love Hulu. I seldom use it now because it's so difficult and time consuming to find anything to watch.

Who wants to scroll endlessly to the right?

Not having to do that was why I used Hulu, as opposed to Netflix and Amazon Prime, in the first place. Disappointed.

Guest

Absolutely agree, I hate this new layout and find I almost don't use Hula at all now. As soon as my daughter is done with the series she is watching I will likely cancel...

Guest

I hate the new interface. It is so hard to find what I want to find. Genres particularly.

Guest

new hulu interface stinks, stopped using it since update

Guest

I do love my Hulu but this change has made me shut it off! I absolutely hate it!!!

Makes it impossible to watch!!!! I will give them a chance to change it before I cancel.

Guest

Unbelievable! HULU really you had to change the layout to make yourself feel new.

YOUR NEW LAYOUT SUCKS!!!!!!!!!! I gave it a chance. It take entirely too long to find something I wat to watch. Your programming is not good enough for me to spend the time surfing.

You should fire the dummie that thought this was a good idea.

You really should change it back or give us the customer the option. I rather read then look at pictures.

Guest

I hate it too. We are currently looking in to other companies. I am going to cancel Hulu as soon as I get a new service

Guest

The recent changes HULU has made has cost us quality viewership. The navigation is horrible and now looks and feels like DirectTV.

We canceled DirectTV for HULU and now are strongly considering doing the same with HULU. NOT HAPPY WITH YOUR UI UPGRADE!!!!!!

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Buffering issues--not resolved for at least the fourth time, more like sixth

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Hulu - Buffering issues--not resolved for at least the fourth time, more like sixth
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At least 3-4 times per yr I cannot stream on my home theater, although I can on my laptop. I go through all the system/speed checks recommended online.

I am asked to unplug a very difficult arrangement of cables behind the cabinet and uninstall. Unacceptable! March 8, 2024

Finallly, my son had to fix the problem...yet again over Facetime. And he was at work!

See the screenshot below under Media Files for what happens when you click on "we can help" after doing all their recommendations for "I'm experiencing buffering and other playback issues." What you get is: "Sorry, we can't find the page you're looking for." Ugh!! All my other streaming services: Netflix, Prime, PBS, Disney+, Apple+, Paramount, Max, Showtime, and Topic have no problems.

What is wrong with Hulu/Disney+??? Disney by itself presents no problems.

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User's recommendation: Think about not signing up. Just buy or rent the few shows that you are paying $11.99/month for.

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Called to fix an issue that happens all the time, and never completely resolved

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Talk to representatives in customer service fix the problem briefly spent hours on the phone with them asked to talk to a superior they give me the runaround told me theres no complaint department or anything asked her name and her extension she gave me her first name with no extension And she barely spoke English
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Pros:
  • It is cheap
Cons:
  • You have to keep resetting
  • At least once a week to watch the app so in actuality
  • Time is money too

Preferred solution: A better streaming service it’s not user-friendly it’s not customer friendly and issues. Keep occurring that should not be.

User's recommendation: I would not recommend wasting your time with this app you’ll save time and money getting separate apps

William M Wzf

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Unbelievable!!

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This has been a four-month process. Today now is the ultimate clue that this company has no clue how they're training.

Can never escalate past a normal customer service agent cuz this needs to be taken by management. Was supposed to receive a 4-month credit on my account as listed from a better Business bureau response from a tier 3 specialist Sara F. Called after a couple weeks to find out where my credit was they opened a new claim claiming that that would happen. Received a claim number two weeks later still nothing.

Today was told could fix it. Only received two and a half months credit. Was told they would have to cancel my current subscription which I've already paid through till the next month. Which now I have to pay for another full billing cycle in the middle of the one I already paid for.

Was told that I would have to resubscribe. Cannot log back into the platform through Hulu but logged back in through Disney repaid my $24.99. and now can't log anywhere through apps, roku's, etc. I have spent 5 hours on the phone with this company total, filed a complaint with the better Business bureau, no one can finish what they claim they are doing.

This credit was offered to me, not begged or as a complaint.

It was a confusion on their end. Cannot understand why I can't get past basic employee and speak to a real upper management person that can solve this problem.

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Loss:
$33
Pros:
  • Great line up and bundles
Cons:
  • Poor customer service care

Preferred solution: Full refund

User's recommendation: Steer clear.

Susan B Zxv

I'm pissed

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Hulu - I'm pissed
I can't watch one of your shows. DEATH AND OTHER DETAILS keeps saying that you are having trouble playing the show, and it has been saying that for the past 2 weeks. It's funny that the commercials play fine, but the show will not! Every other show plays with no problem.
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Pros:
  • Many good shows
Cons:
  • Service and support is difficult

Preferred solution: I'd like to be able to watch my show. And I'd also like less commercials, or a price reduction

Anonymous
map-marker Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

To activate my account by phone number

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Hulu - To activate my account by phone number
I love Hulu no problems here Five it's thebest-known entertainment company I'm glad to be a member of the Hulu family
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User's recommendation: I recommend my entire family absolutely

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| map-marker Los Angeles, California

Resolved: Can’t log in my account

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Hulu - Can’t log in my account
Cant log in to my account I pay $81 a month and now I cant log in with the password Ive had for years so I change it twice and still cant get logged in it was working fine yesterday I all the football games and now I cant get a dam thing
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| map-marker Robertsdale, Alabama

For two months u have been taking money out of my account. I called last month. Nothing was done

Hulu - For two months u have been taking money out of my account. I called last month. Nothing...
I need my money back for two months. This is getting ridiculous. I dont use Hulu at all. I called last month about this to. I thought I had it taken care of but apparently it didnt get taken care of. Please get this taken care of. I know its not much money but it is to me I hope that this will be look into. Thank you very much
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User's recommendation: Make sure they watch what’s taking out of there account. I don’t use Hulu. Never have either. I need this stopped. I already went thru this already before. I need refund for 19.98. That is what’s owed

Tanisha M Nab

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Beaing change for account don't no longer have

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Yes I'm being charged for a account that I don't have any money every month I'm being charged 17.98 an I need my money back
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Loss:
$18
Pros:
  • Dont know
Cons:
  • Not a big fan

Preferred solution: Full refund

User's recommendation: Refund

Jaqui B

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Recording shuts off before show ends

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Hulu - Recording shuts off before show ends
My DVR programming ends before the program does and I miss the end of my recorded program. This happens on ALL the prerecorded programs. It should record 5 minutes after the end.
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Loss:
$76
Pros:
  • Pro movie selection con programming

Preferred solution: A resolution

User's recommendation: Add 5 minutes to the end of the program

Sandra P Leu

Was unable to fix problem.

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Hulu - Was unable to fix problem.
Couldnt get certain Hulu programs. The gentleman who helped me was trying his best but he didnt know how to fix it after an hour in the phone.
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Preferred solution: For it to work.

User's recommendation: I don’t know. It just sucks

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map-marker Varnell, Georgia

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My phone number changed my number has changed to 346512****to 832837**** my email is lyndarunnels49@***.com
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User's recommendation: Lynda Runnels

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Cost to get Hulu live streaming and intro plans

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There is a stating live streaming with Disney and local channels with 30 days free and then three months for $49.99 / month. However that offer is not honored when you try to sign up. This level of customer service is quite unsettling and does not reflect well on Hulu. It feels unethical and dishonest. It is disappointing to see a large company willing to lure potential customer with intro programs that are nonexistent . It is a shame that Hulu treats its customer in a very questionable manner that borders on false advertising and with wanton disrespect for its customers intelligence.
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Pros:
  • Program offerings are numerous and there is great program cariety
Cons:
  • No trial period or intro cost and too costly vs other providers

Preferred solution: It would be lovely if advertised information was correct and that Hulu does not leave one feeling as if a bait and switch tactic is used to lure one into seeking services to find the company does not choose to honor media advertised prices.

User's recommendation: Offer the advertised intro offers or ensure that they are taken down .

Olivia M Mni

Hulu is trash

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Hulu is trash
Im tired of resetting my password because it doesnt work but then it states my password is the same as the old one but still wont let me log in. Also if you have a phone number for customer service how about you make sure it actually works. I shouldnt call it & it isnt an active number. Im about to get rid of Hulu.
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Pros:
  • Nithing
Cons:
  • Adds & never works

Preferred solution: Full refund

User's recommendation: Actually answer the phone

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