Link Paramount Plus to Amazon Prime in three steps

You can watch Paramount Plus content through Amazon Prime Video without leaving the Prime app. Amazon Prime Video lets you add channel subscriptions — separate services that bundle into your Prime account. Paramount Plus is one of them. The process takes about five minutes and happens entirely in the Prime Video app or on Amazon's website.

The three steps are: open Prime Video, find the Paramount Plus channel, and pay the monthly fee directly to Amazon. After that, Paramount Plus shows up as a tile in your Prime Video app, and you watch it the same way you watch Prime's own shows.

Key Takeaways

  • Paramount Plus through Prime Video costs the same as subscribing directly to Paramount Plus, but you pay Amazon instead of Paramount.
  • You need an active Amazon Prime membership (either Prime Video alone or full Prime) before you can add the Paramount Plus channel.
  • The Paramount Plus channel appears in your Prime Video app when ready after you add it, and you can cancel anytime without penalty.
  • Linking through Prime Video does not give you Paramount Plus's ad-free tier — you get the ad-supported version unless you pay extra.

What you need before you start

You must have an active Amazon Prime Video membership. This can be Prime Video alone (the streaming-only option) or a full Amazon Prime membership that includes video, shipping, and other benefits. If you do not have either, you cannot add the Paramount Plus channel.

You also need a payment method on file with Amazon — a credit card, debit card, or other payment option linked to your Amazon account. Amazon charges the Paramount Plus subscription fee to this method every month.

The Paramount Plus channel through Prime Video is available in the United States. If you are outside the US, the channel may not appear in your Prime Video app.

How to add Paramount Plus to Prime Video on a phone or tablet

Open the Prime Video app on your phone or tablet. At the bottom of the screen, tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) and select Channels. Scroll down until you see Paramount Plus, then tap it.

The next screen shows the price and what you get with the subscription. Tap Subscribe or Add Channel. You may be asked to confirm your Amazon password or use biometric login (fingerprint or face recognition). After confirmation, the subscription is active.

Paramount Plus now appears as a tile in your Prime Video app. Tap it to browse and watch shows and movies. You do not need to log in separately — Prime Video handles the connection automatically.

How to add Paramount Plus to Prime Video on a computer or web browser

Go to primevideo.com and sign in with your Amazon account. Click the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the top left corner and select Channels. Search for Paramount Plus or scroll to find it in the list.

Click the Paramount Plus tile. A panel opens showing the subscription price and details. Click Subscribe or Add Channel. Confirm your Amazon password if prompted. The subscription activates when ready.

Return to the Prime Video home page. Paramount Plus now appears as a tile or in your subscriptions list. Click it to start watching.

What happens after you link the accounts

Paramount Plus content becomes available in the Prime Video app and on primevideo.com. You do not get a separate Paramount Plus app login or account — everything runs through Prime Video. Your watch history, saved shows, and preferences stay within Prime Video.

Amazon charges your payment method on the same day each month. The charge appears on your statement as coming from Amazon, not Paramount. You can see the charge and manage the subscription in your Amazon account under Your Memberships and Subscriptions.

If you cancel the Paramount Plus channel, you lose access to Paramount Plus content when ready. You can resubscribe anytime without penalty or waiting period.

The difference between linking through Prime and subscribing directly

The price is the same either way — Paramount Plus costs the same whether you pay Amazon or Paramount directly. The main difference is convenience: linking through Prime means one app, one bill, and one login instead of managing two separate subscriptions.

One limitation: the Paramount Plus channel through Prime Video offers only the ad-supported tier. If you want to watch without ads, you must subscribe to Paramount Plus directly (not through Prime) and pay the higher monthly rate. There is no ad-free option through the Prime Video channel.

If you already have a Paramount Plus account, you can keep it and also add the channel through Prime Video. Both subscriptions run separately, and you pay for both. Most people choose one or the other, not both.

How to cancel the Paramount Plus channel

Open the Prime Video app and go to the menu. Select Your Memberships and Subscriptions or Account (the exact name varies by device). Find Paramount Plus in the list and tap it. Select Cancel Channel or Unsubscribe.

On a computer, go to primevideo.com, click the menu, and select Your Memberships and Subscriptions. Find Paramount Plus and click Cancel Channel. Confirm the cancellation.

Your access to Paramount Plus stops when ready. You are not charged again. If you change your mind, you can add the channel back anytime.

Troubleshooting common problems

If Paramount Plus does not appear in the Channels list, make sure you are signed into Prime Video with the correct Amazon account and that your Prime membership is active. If your Prime membership expired, renew it before trying to add the channel.

If you see the Paramount Plus channel but cannot subscribe, check that a valid payment method is on file in your Amazon account. Go to Your Account and select Payment Options to add or update a card.

If you subscribed but Paramount Plus does not show up in your app, sign out of Prime Video completely and sign back in. This refreshes your subscription list. If it still does not appear, try uninstalling and reinstalling the Prime Video app.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use the same Paramount Plus account if I subscribe through Prime Video?

No. The Paramount Plus channel through Prime Video is a separate subscription. If you already have a Paramount Plus account, you can keep it, but you would be paying for two subscriptions. Most people cancel their direct Paramount Plus subscription when they add it through Prime Video instead.

Will I get the ad-free version of Paramount Plus through Prime Video?

No. The Paramount Plus channel through Prime Video includes ads. If you want to watch without ads, you must subscribe to Paramount Plus directly and pay the higher monthly rate. The Prime Video channel does not offer an ad-free option.

What devices can I use to watch Paramount Plus through Prime Video?

You can watch on any device that has the Prime Video app or a web browser, including phones, tablets, computers, smart TVs, streaming devices like Roku or Fire TV, and gaming consoles. The Paramount Plus content works the same way as other Prime Video content on all devices.

If I cancel Prime membership, do I lose Paramount Plus too?

Yes. The Paramount Plus channel requires an active Prime Video membership. If your Prime membership ends, you lose access to Paramount Plus when ready. You can resubscribe to Prime anytime to regain access, or switch to a direct Paramount Plus subscription instead.

Can I share the Paramount Plus channel with other people on my Prime account?

Yes. If other people have access to your Prime Video account (such as family members sharing your Prime membership), they can watch Paramount Plus content through the same app. Each person sees the same channel and content library.