What happens when you link Paramount+ to Walmart+

Walmart+ members get Paramount+ included at no extra cost as part of their membership. When you link the two accounts, you're connecting your Walmart+ login to your Paramount+ viewing so that the streaming service recognizes you as a member. This means you can watch Paramount+ content through the Paramount+ app or website without paying a separate subscription fee.

The linking process takes a few minutes and requires you to have both a Walmart+ account and a Paramount+ account set up beforehand. Once linked, your Paramount+ access stays active as long as your Walmart+ membership is current.

Key Takeaways

  • You must have an active Walmart+ membership before you can link Paramount+ to it.
  • You need to create a Paramount+ account first, then connect it through your Walmart+ account settings.
  • The linking happens in the Walmart app or on Walmart.com under your membership benefits section.
  • After linking, you can watch Paramount+ on any device using your Paramount+ login credentials.

Step-by-step: linking Paramount+ through the Walmart app

Open the Walmart app and sign in with your Walmart account. Tap the account icon in the bottom right corner, then select "Walmart+" to view your membership benefits. Look for the Paramount+ tile or section — it should say something like "Paramount+ included with your membership."

Tap on the Paramount+ section. The app will either show you a button to "Link account" or "set up now." Tap it. You'll be taken to a Paramount+ page where you can either sign in to an existing Paramount+ account or create a new one. If you already have a Paramount+ account, enter your email and password. If you don't have one yet, select the option to create an account and follow the prompts to set up your email and password.

Once you've signed in or created your account, the system will confirm the link. You should see a message saying your Paramount+ account is now connected to your Walmart+ membership. Close the browser or return to the Walmart app — the linking is complete.

Linking Paramount+ on a computer or web browser

Go to Walmart.com and sign in to your account. Click on your account name or profile icon in the top right corner and select "Account" or "My Account." Look for a section labeled "Memberships" or "Walmart+" and click on it.

Find the Paramount+ benefit tile and click the button to link or set up it. You'll be directed to Paramount's website. Sign in with your existing Paramount+ account email and password, or create a new account if you don't have one yet. After you confirm your identity, the accounts will be linked and you'll see a confirmation message.

You can now open the Paramount+ app or go to Paramount.com, sign in with the same email and password you just used, and start watching. Your Walmart+ membership will cover the cost.

What to do if you don't have a Paramount+ account yet

During the linking process, you'll have the option to create a Paramount+ account. You'll need to provide an email address and create a password. Use an email you check regularly, since this is how Paramount+ will contact you about your account. The password should be something you can remember — write it down somewhere safe if that helps.

When you create the account through the Walmart+ linking page, Paramount+ will automatically recognize that you're a Walmart+ member and won't charge you. You won't see a billing screen or be asked for a credit card during this process. If you're asked for payment information, stop and contact Walmart+ support — something has gone wrong.

Troubleshooting: account linking didn't work

If you clicked the link button but didn't see a confirmation, try these steps. First, sign out of both the Walmart app and Paramount+ completely. Close the app or browser entirely, wait 30 seconds, then open Walmart again and try the linking process once more. Sometimes the connection needs a fresh start.

If you see an error message, check that your Walmart+ membership is currently active and hasn't expired. You can verify this in your Walmart account under "Memberships" — it should show an active status with a renewal date. If your membership has lapsed, renew it first, then attempt to link Paramount+ again.

If you created a Paramount+ account before linking it to Walmart+, and that account is already tied to a paid subscription, the system may not recognize the Walmart+ benefit. Contact Paramount+ support directly and explain that you have a Walmart+ membership — they can sometimes transfer the benefit to your existing account or help you create a new one.

Watching Paramount+ after linking

Once your accounts are linked, you have two ways to watch. You can open the Paramount+ app on your phone, tablet, smart TV, or computer and sign in with the email and password you created during linking. The app will recognize your Walmart+ membership and let you watch without asking for payment.

Alternatively, you can go to Paramount.com in a web browser, sign in with the same credentials, and stream directly from the website. Both methods work the same way — your Walmart+ membership covers the cost either way. You don't need to do anything else or enter any codes.

What devices can you use

Paramount+ works on most common devices. You can watch on iPhones, iPads, Android phones and tablets, computers (Windows and Mac), smart TVs (including Samsung, LG, Roku, Fire TV, and Apple TV), and gaming consoles like PlayStation and Xbox. read the Paramount+ app from your device's app store, or visit Paramount.com in a web browser.

You can stream on multiple devices at the same time, depending on your Paramount+ plan. The standard plan that comes with Walmart+ typically allows streaming on one or two devices simultaneously — check your Paramount+ account settings to see your specific limit. If you try to watch on more devices than your plan allows, you'll get a message asking you to stop watching on another device first.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to pay for Paramount+ separately if I have Walmart+?

No. Paramount+ is included with your Walmart+ membership at no additional cost. Once you link the accounts, you won't be charged anything extra. Your Walmart+ membership fee covers both services.

What if I already pay for Paramount+ on my own?

You can link your existing Paramount+ account to Walmart+. During the linking process, sign in with your current Paramount+ email and password instead of creating a new account. Paramount+ may credit or refund any remaining balance on your paid subscription, though this varies — contact Paramount+ support to ask about your specific situation.

Can I unlink Paramount+ from Walmart+ later?

Yes. Go to your Walmart account settings, find the Paramount+ benefit, and look for an option to unlink or remove it. You can relink it anytime as long as your Walmart+ membership is active. If you unlink, you'll lose access to Paramount+ unless you pay for a separate subscription.

What happens to my Paramount+ access if my Walmart+ membership expires?

Your access to Paramount+ will stop when your Walmart+ membership ends. If you renew your Walmart+ membership, your Paramount+ access will come back automatically — you don't need to link again. If you don't renew, you can still watch Paramount+ by paying for your own subscription.

Can I use the same Paramount+ account on multiple Walmart+ memberships?

No. Each Paramount+ account should be linked to one Walmart+ membership. If you have multiple Walmart+ accounts in your household, each one should have its own linked Paramount+ account. Contact Paramount+ support if you need to move your account between Walmart+ memberships.