You can pause Paramount Plus for up to three months at a time

Paramount Plus lets you temporarily stop your subscription without cancelling it entirely. When you pause, your account stays active but you won't be charged, and you can resume whenever you're ready. The pause option is built into your account settings and takes effect when ready.

Pausing is different from cancelling. If you cancel, you lose access right away and have to sign up again later (which may mean paying a new-customer rate). A pause keeps your profile, watchlist, and viewing history intact while you're away, and you resume at your current plan level and price.

Key Takeaways

  • You can pause your account for up to three consecutive months through your account settings on the Paramount Plus website or app.
  • Pausing stops your charges when ready but keeps your profile and watchlist saved for when you return.
  • After three months, your account automatically resumes and billing restarts unless you pause again before the important date.
  • You can pause from any device where you're signed in, but the website version gives you the clearest view of your pause status and end date.

How to pause on the Paramount Plus website

Log into your Paramount Plus account on a web browser. Go to your account settings by clicking your profile icon in the top right corner, then select "Account" from the dropdown menu.

Look for a section labeled "Subscription" or "Billing." You should see your current plan and a button or link that says "Pause subscription" or "Manage subscription." Click it. Paramount Plus will show you the pause options and ask you to confirm. Select the three-month pause period and confirm. Your subscription pauses when ready, and you'll see the resume date displayed in your account.

How to pause on the Paramount Plus app

Open the Paramount Plus app on your phone or tablet and sign in. Tap your profile icon, usually in the bottom right corner or top left, depending on your device. Select "Account" or "Settings."

Scroll to find "Subscription" or "Billing" and tap "Manage subscription" or "Pause subscription." The app will walk you through the same confirmation steps as the website. Once confirmed, your pause is active. You can return to this same menu to see when your account will resume.

What happens during a pause

While paused, you cannot watch anything on Paramount Plus. Your login will not work, and the app will display a message telling you your account is paused. You won't be charged during the pause period.

Your profile, watchlist, saved shows, and viewing history all remain saved. When you resume, everything will be exactly as you left it. You keep the same plan and pricing you had before the pause.

How to resume before the three months end

You can resume your subscription at any time during the pause period. Log into your account through the website or app, go to your subscription settings, and look for a button that says "Resume subscription" or "Reactivate." Click it and confirm. Billing restarts when ready, and you regain access to all content.

If you do nothing, your account automatically resumes on the date shown in your account settings, and you'll be charged for your plan on that date.

What to do if you can't find the pause option

The pause feature is available on most Paramount Plus plans, but some older or regional accounts may not have access to it. If you don't see a pause option in your subscription settings, you may have a plan type that doesn't support pausing.

In that case, your options are to cancel and rejoin later, or to contact Paramount Plus support through the "Help" section of your account. Support can tell you whether your specific plan allows pausing and may be able to enable the feature for you.

Pausing versus cancelling: which is right for you

Pause your account if you plan to return within three months and want to keep your profile and watchlist. Cancelling makes sense if you're leaving for longer than three months, or if you don't plan to come back and want to free up your email address for a fresh account later.

Keep in mind that after three months of pausing, your account resumes and you're charged again. If you know you won't return by then, cancel instead so you don't get an unexpected charge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I lose my watchlist and saved shows if I pause?

No. Your watchlist, profile settings, and viewing history stay saved during the pause. When you resume, everything will be exactly as you left it.

Can I pause for longer than three months?

No. Paramount Plus allows a maximum pause of three consecutive months. After that, your account automatically resumes and billing restarts. If you need to stay paused longer, you would need to cancel instead.

What happens if I pause and then forget to resume before three months end?

Your account automatically resumes on the date shown in your settings, and you'll be charged for your plan. You can pause again when ready if you want, or contact support to discuss your options.

Can I pause if I'm on a free trial?

No. The pause feature is only available for paid subscriptions. If you're on a trial, you can let it expire or cancel it, but pausing is not an option.

Do I need to pause from the same device I use to watch?

No. You can pause from any device where you can log into your account—phone, tablet, or computer. The pause applies to your entire account, not just one device.