Add Paramount+ as a Prime Video Channel in Three Steps

You can watch Paramount+ content directly through Amazon Prime Video by adding it as a channel. This means you don't need a separate Paramount+ app or login—you pay Paramount+ through Amazon, and the shows appear in your Prime Video library. The process takes about two minutes and works on any device where you use Prime Video.

Start by opening Prime Video on your device (phone, tablet, computer, or streaming device). Go to the menu or home screen and look for "Channels" or "Add channels"—the exact wording depends on your device. Search for "Paramount+" in the channel list, select it, and choose "Subscribe." Amazon will show you the current price and billing date, then ask you to confirm. Your subscription starts when ready, and you can cancel anytime without penalty.

After you subscribe, Paramount+ content becomes searchable in Prime Video's main search bar. You'll also see a Paramount+ section in your Prime Video home feed. If you're watching on a TV device like Roku, Fire TV, or Apple TV, the channel appears in your apps list once you've subscribed.

Key Takeaways

  • You add Paramount+ through Prime Video's channel menu, not by visiting Paramount's website separately.
  • Amazon charges the Paramount+ subscription fee to your Prime account each month, and you can cancel from the same menu where you subscribed.
  • Once added, Paramount+ shows up in Prime Video search and in your home feed—you don't need to switch apps.
  • The subscription works across all devices where you use Prime Video, including phones, tablets, computers, and streaming devices.

What Devices Let You Add Paramount+ Through Prime Video

You can add Paramount+ as a Prime Video channel on most devices, but the exact steps vary slightly. On phones and tablets (iPhone, iPad, Android), open the Prime Video app, tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines), scroll to "Channels," and search for Paramount+. On a computer or web browser, go to primevideo.com, click "Your Account" or the menu, find "Manage Your Channels," and add Paramount+ from there.

On TV streaming devices—Fire TV, Roku, Apple TV, Google TV, or Samsung Smart TV—open Prime Video, navigate to the Channels section, and search for Paramount+. The button layout and menu names differ by device, but the channel subscription process is the same on all of them. If you're unsure where the Channels menu is on your specific device, the Prime Video help section for that device type will show you the exact path.

One important note: if you already have a standalone Paramount+ subscription (one you pay for directly on Paramount's website), adding it through Prime Video creates a separate subscription. You would then be paying twice. If you want to use only the Prime Video version, cancel your standalone subscription first.

How to Find and Watch Paramount+ Shows After You Subscribe

Once Paramount+ is added to your Prime Video account, you can search for shows by title just like any other Prime Video content. Type the show name into Prime Video's search bar—for example, "Yellowstone" or "Star Trek: Discovery"—and the Paramount+ version will appear in the results. A small Paramount+ logo next to the title tells you it's a channel show, not included with your base Prime membership.

You can also browse Paramount+ content without searching. In Prime Video, look for a "Paramount+" row or section on the home screen. This section shows new releases, popular shows, and recommendations from Paramount's catalog. Clicking on any title takes you to the show page, where you can start watching when ready—no additional login or payment is needed.

If you want to organize your viewing, you can add Paramount+ shows to your watchlist from the show page. They'll appear in your "Watchlist" section in Prime Video, mixed in with other content you've saved. This makes it straightforward to keep track of what you want to watch across all your Prime Video channels.

Billing: How Much It Costs and When You're Charged

Paramount+ pricing through Prime Video matches what you'd pay on Paramount's website, though the exact amount varies by region and changes periodically. When you add the channel, Amazon shows you the current price before you confirm the subscription. The charge appears on your Amazon account statement, not on a separate Paramount+ bill.

Your subscription renews on the same date each month. For example, if you subscribe on the 15th, you'll be charged again on the 15th of the following month. You can see your next billing date in your Prime Video channel settings. If you want to pause or stop the subscription, you can cancel from the same Channels menu where you added it—cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing period, so you keep access until then.

Some Prime members see promotional offers when adding Paramount+, such as a discounted first month or a free trial period. These offers appear on the subscription confirmation screen before you complete the purchase. Read the terms carefully to understand when the regular price kicks in and how to cancel if you don't want to continue after the trial ends.

Cancel Paramount+ Through Prime Video Anytime

To stop your Paramount+ subscription, go back to the Channels menu in Prime Video where you added it. On phones and tablets, tap the menu, select "Channels," find Paramount+, and look for a "Manage" or "Cancel Subscription" button. On a computer, go to primevideo.com, click "Your Account," find "Manage Your Channels," locate Paramount+, and select "Cancel Channel."

On TV devices, the process is similar: navigate to Channels, find Paramount+, and select the option to manage or cancel. The exact button names vary by device, but they're always in the same area where you originally subscribed. After you cancel, you lose access to Paramount+ content at the end of your current billing cycle—you don't lose it when ready.

If you cancel by mistake, you can resubscribe at any time. There's no penalty for canceling and restarting, and you won't lose any saved watchlist items or viewing history associated with your Prime account.

Troubleshooting: Why You Can't Find Paramount+ in Channels

If Paramount+ doesn't appear in your Prime Video Channels list, the most common reason is that the channel isn't available in your country or region. Paramount+ through Prime Video is available in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, and a few other countries, but not everywhere. If you're outside these regions, you may not see the option at all.

Another reason is that your Prime Video app or device software is outdated. Older versions sometimes don't display all available channels. Update your Prime Video app from your device's app store, or update your TV device's software through its settings menu. After updating, restart the app or device and check the Channels menu again.

If you still can't find Paramount+, try signing out of Prime Video completely, then signing back in. This refreshes your account connection and sometimes reveals channels that weren't showing before. If none of these steps work, contact Amazon Prime Video support—they can check whether Paramount+ is available in your region and help troubleshoot your specific device.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a separate Paramount+ account if I add it through Prime Video?

No. When you add Paramount+ through Prime Video, you watch it using your Prime Video login and account. You don't create or manage a separate Paramount+ account. If you already have a standalone Paramount+ account, you'll have two separate subscriptions unless you cancel one.

Can I watch Paramount+ offline if I add it through Prime Video?

Paramount+ allows downloads on its standalone app, but the Paramount+ channel through Prime Video may have different read rules depending on your device. Check your device's Prime Video app settings to see if offline viewing is available for channels. On some devices it is; on others it isn't.

What if I share my Prime account with family members—can they watch Paramount+?

Yes. Anyone with access to your Prime Video account can watch Paramount+ content. However, they'll see it through Prime Video, not through a separate Paramount+ app. If you want to give someone their own Paramount+ account, they'd need to pay for a separate subscription on Paramount's website.

Will adding Paramount+ to Prime Video change my existing Prime membership?

No. Your Prime membership stays the same. Paramount+ is an add-on channel you pay extra for each month. You can cancel it without affecting your Prime membership or any other Prime Video channels you subscribe to.

Can I use the same Paramount+ channel subscription on multiple devices?

Yes. Once you add Paramount+ to your Prime account, you can watch it on any device where you're signed into Prime Video—phone, tablet, computer, or TV device. You don't need separate subscriptions for each device.