To track OTT subscriptions in India: list every streaming service you pay for, note the billing date and amount for each, and add them to a dedicated subscription tracker. Eyespender tracks Netflix, Hotstar, Amazon Prime, Spotify, YouTube Premium, JioCinema, SonyLIV, ZEE5 and any other service, sending renewal reminders before each billing date.
Why OTT subscriptions are hard to track in India
India has more active OTT platforms than almost any other country - Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar, Amazon Prime Video, Zee5, SonyLIV, JioCinema, Aha, MX Player, Apple TV+ and dozens of regional platforms. Each one bills on a different date, uses a different merchant name on bank statements, and may charge annually rather than monthly.
The result is that most Indians underestimate their OTT spend significantly. A household paying for Netflix, Hotstar, Amazon Prime, and Spotify is spending approximately Rs 1,200 per month on entertainment alone - but because the Hotstar and Amazon charges appear once per year, they do not feature in the mental monthly budget.
Popular OTT subscription prices in India (2026)
| Service | Monthly equivalent (INR) | Billing cycle |
|---|---|---|
| Netflix Standard | Rs 649 | Monthly |
| Disney+ Hotstar Premium | Rs 125 | Annual (Rs 1,499/yr) |
| Amazon Prime Video | Rs 125 | Annual (Rs 1,499/yr) |
| Spotify Individual | Rs 119 | Monthly |
| YouTube Premium | Rs 189 | Monthly |
| JioCinema Premium | Rs 83 | Annual (Rs 999/yr) |
| SonyLIV Premium | Rs 83 | Annual (Rs 999/yr) |
| ZEE5 | Rs 83 | Annual (Rs 999/yr) |
Step-by-step: how to track your OTT subscriptions
- List every service - Check your bank statements, UPI history, and credit card statements for the last 3 months to identify every OTT charge
- Note the billing date and amount - Record when each service charges you and whether it bills monthly or annually
- Sign up for Eyespender - Create a free account at eyespender.com (no credit card required)
- Add each subscription - Enter service name, amount, billing cycle, and next renewal date
- Enable renewal reminders - Eyespender sends email alerts 7, 3, and 1 day before each billing date
- Review your monthly total - The dashboard calculates your exact monthly spend including annual subscriptions converted to monthly equivalents
Tips for avoiding surprise OTT renewal charges
- Always note the renewal date when subscribing, not just the first charge date
- For annual subscriptions, set a reminder 2 weeks before renewal to decide whether to continue
- Check whether you are paying for overlapping services - Hotstar and JioCinema for example both carry IPL, so you may only need one during IPL season
- Use the family plan where available - YouTube Premium Family (Rs 289) and Spotify Family (Rs 179) are significantly cheaper per person than individual plans
Conclusion
Tracking OTT subscriptions in India requires a dedicated tool because of the mix of monthly and annual billing cycles across multiple platforms. Eyespender handles this automatically - add each service once, and the dashboard tracks renewal dates, sends reminders before billing, and shows your exact monthly OTT spend. Start free at eyespender.com.
Last updated: July 2026