How to change your Paramount Plus subscription
You can change your Paramount Plus plan directly from your account settings on any device — phone, tablet, or computer. The process takes about two minutes and takes effect when ready or at your next billing date, depending on whether you are upgrading or downgrading. You do not need to cancel and restart; Paramount Plus handles the switch within your existing account.
The steps are the same whether you signed up through the Paramount Plus website, a mobile app, or a third-party service like Apple, Google Play, or Amazon Prime Video. If you subscribed through one of those platforms, you will make the change there instead of on Paramount Plus directly.
Key Takeaways
- Log into your Paramount Plus account, go to Account Settings, and select your current plan to see all available options.
- Upgrades take effect when ready; downgrades usually take effect on your next billing date so you keep your current plan through the end of your cycle.
- If you subscribed through Apple, Google Play, Amazon Prime Video, or another platform, you must change your plan through that platform's settings, not through Paramount Plus.
- Paramount Plus offers plans with ads, plans without ads, and plans bundled with other services like Showtime and CBS All Access.
- You can pause your subscription for up to three months instead of cancelling if you want to step away temporarily.
Change your plan on the Paramount Plus website
Open Paramount Plus in a web browser and sign into your account. Click your profile icon in the top right corner and select Account. Under the Subscription section, you will see your current plan name and next billing date.
Click Change Plan or Manage Plan (the exact wording varies slightly). Paramount Plus will show you all available plans side by side, with the price, ad status, and included features for each. Select the plan you want and confirm the change. If you are upgrading, the new plan starts right away and you will be charged the difference. If you are downgrading, the change takes effect on your next billing date.
Change your plan on mobile apps
On the Paramount Plus app for iPhone, iPad, or Android, tap the profile icon at the bottom right of the screen. Select Account or Settings, then find Subscription or Manage Subscription. Tap Change Plan and choose your new plan from the list.
The process is nearly identical on all devices. After you confirm, you will see a confirmation message with your new plan name and the date it takes effect. Keep this screen for your records, or check your email — Paramount Plus sends a confirmation email within a few minutes.
If you subscribed through Apple, Google Play, or Amazon
If you signed up through the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, Amazon Prime Video, or another third-party platform, you must change your plan through that platform, not through Paramount Plus itself. Paramount Plus cannot process the change on its own because the third party handles your billing.
On Apple: Open the App Store app, tap your profile icon, select Subscriptions, find Paramount Plus, and tap Manage. You will see your current plan and the option to change it.
On Google Play: Open Google Play, tap your profile icon, select Payments and subscriptions, then Subscriptions. Find Paramount Plus and tap it. Select Manage and choose your new plan.
On Amazon Prime Video: Open the Prime Video app, go to Your Stuff, select Subscriptions, find Paramount Plus, and tap Manage Subscription. Choose your new plan from the options shown.
What happens when you upgrade versus downgrade
An upgrade — moving from a cheaper plan to a more expensive one — takes effect when ready. You will be charged the difference between your old plan and new plan right away, prorated to your billing cycle. For example, if you upgrade halfway through your month, you pay half the difference.
A downgrade — moving from a more expensive plan to a cheaper one — takes effect on your next billing date. You keep your current plan until that date arrives, then the cheaper plan begins. You will not be charged anything extra; the lower price applies starting with your next bill.
If you want to downgrade but need the new plan to start sooner, you can cancel your current subscription and sign up for the cheaper plan when ready. You will lose any remaining time on your current plan, so this makes sense only if you are very close to your next billing date.
Understanding Paramount Plus plan options
Paramount Plus offers several plans. The Essential plan includes ads and costs less per month. The Premium plan removes ads and usually costs more. Some regions also offer bundled plans that combine Paramount Plus with Showtime, CBS All Access, or both, at a discounted rate compared to paying for each separately.
Before you change plans, check what each one includes. The main difference is whether ads appear during shows and movies. Some plans also limit video quality or the number of simultaneous streams. When you are choosing a new plan, Paramount Plus displays these details side by side so you can compare.
Pause your subscription instead of changing it
If you want to step away from Paramount Plus temporarily without cancelling, you can pause your subscription for up to three months. While paused, you will not be charged, and your account stays active. When you return, your watchlist and settings remain exactly as you left them.
To pause, go to Account Settings, find your subscription, and look for a Pause Subscription option. Select how long you want to pause — one, two, or three months — and confirm. Your subscription will automatically resume after that period unless you pause it again or cancel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I lose my watchlist or settings if I change plans?
No. Your watchlist, viewing history, profiles, and all account settings stay the same when you change plans. The only thing that changes is your billing amount and whether you see ads.
Can I change my plan on the same day I signed up?
Yes. You can change your plan at any time, even when ready after signing up. If you upgrade, the change takes effect right away. If you downgrade, it takes effect on your next billing date.
What if I change my plan and then change my mind?
You can change back to your previous plan at any time using the same process. If you downgraded and then want to upgrade again before your next billing date, the upgrade takes effect when ready and you pay the difference.
Do I get a refund if I downgrade?
No. When you downgrade, the lower price applies starting on your next billing date. You do not receive a refund for the time remaining on your current plan, but you keep full access until that date arrives.
Why can't I find the change plan option in my account?
If you subscribed through Apple, Google Play, Amazon, or another platform, you must change your plan through that platform's settings, not through Paramount Plus. Check which service you used when you signed up, then go to that platform's subscription settings.