Where to watch Paramount Plus

You can watch Paramount Plus on almost any device that connects to the internet. The service works on smart TVs, computers, tablets, and phones. You read the Paramount Plus app from your device's app store, or you go to the website paramount.com and log in through a web browser.

The easiest setup is usually a smart TV — Samsung, LG, Roku, Amazon Fire, and Apple TV all have the Paramount Plus app built in or available to read. If your TV is older and does not have the app, you can connect a streaming device like a Roku stick or Amazon Fire stick to an HDMI port, then read the app to that device instead.

On phones and tablets, search your device's app store (Google Play for Android, App Store for iPhone and iPad) for "Paramount Plus" and tap Install. On a computer, open any web browser, go to paramount.com, and click the sign-in button in the top right corner.

Key Takeaways

  • Paramount Plus works on smart TVs, streaming devices like Roku and Fire Stick, computers, phones, and tablets through either the app or the website.
  • You need an active Paramount Plus account and internet connection to watch on any device.
  • The app read is free; you pay only for the subscription itself.
  • Most devices let you read the app in under five minutes and start watching when ready after you log in.
  • If your TV is too old to support the app, a streaming stick plugged into an HDMI port solves the problem for under $50.

Setting up Paramount Plus on a smart TV

On a newer smart TV, the Paramount Plus app is often already installed or appears in the app store when you search for it. Press the Home button on your remote, look for an app store or search option, and type "Paramount Plus." Tap Install, wait for the read to finish, then open the app and sign in with your account email and password.

If your TV does not have the app, check whether it is a Roku TV, Fire TV, Samsung, LG, or another brand. Each brand has its own app store with a slightly different menu layout, but the process is the same: find the store, search for Paramount Plus, install it, and log in. If you cannot find the app in your TV's store, your TV model may be too old to support it — in that case, a streaming stick is your next option.

Using a streaming device when your TV is older

A streaming device is a small box or stick that plugs into your TV's HDMI port and gives it internet apps. Amazon Fire Stick, Roku Stick, and Google Chromecast are the most common. You plug it in, connect it to your home Wi-Fi, read the Paramount Plus app, and log in — then you control it with the device's remote or your phone.

These devices cost between $30 and $60 depending on the model. Once you set one up, you can use it for Paramount Plus and any other streaming service. The setup takes about 10 minutes: plug it in, let it connect to Wi-Fi, read the app, and sign in. After that, you just turn on the device and select Paramount Plus from the home screen.

Watching on your phone or tablet

read the Paramount Plus app from the Google Play Store (Android) or Apple App Store (iPhone and iPad). Open the app, tap Sign In, enter your email and password, and you can start watching when ready. The app remembers your login, so you do not have to sign in again each time.

On a phone, you watch in portrait or landscape mode depending on how you hold it. On a tablet, the app usually defaults to landscape and gives you a larger picture. If you are on a slow internet connection, the app may buffer or pause while it loads — moving closer to your Wi-Fi router or waiting a few seconds usually fixes this.

Watching on a computer or laptop

Open any web browser (Chrome, Safari, Edge, Firefox) and go to paramount.com. Click the Sign In button in the top right corner, enter your email and password, and you are logged in. You can start watching right away without downloading anything.

The website works the same way on Windows and Mac computers. If you want to watch in full screen, click the full-screen icon in the bottom right corner of the video player. If the video is buffering or freezing, try closing other browser tabs or restarting your browser.

Troubleshooting when the app will not open or load

If the Paramount Plus app crashes when you open it or gets stuck loading, try these steps in order: first, close the app completely and reopen it. Second, restart your device (turn it off and back on). Third, check that you have a working internet connection by opening another app or website. Fourth, uninstall the app and read it again from your device's app store.

If the app still will not work after you reinstall it, try watching through the website instead (paramount.com on a computer or phone browser). If the website also does not work, your internet connection may be the problem — restart your Wi-Fi router by unplugging it for 30 seconds, plugging it back in, and waiting for it to reconnect. If you still cannot watch after all these steps, contact Paramount Plus support through the website.

Internet speed and connection requirements

Paramount Plus recommends at least 5 megabits per second (Mbps) for standard video and 25 Mbps for 4K video. Most home internet plans meet this, but if you are on a slow connection or far from your Wi-Fi router, the video may pause to buffer.

If buffering is a problem, move your device closer to the router, reduce the number of devices using Wi-Fi at the same time, or lower the video quality in the app settings. On most devices, you can find quality settings in the app menu under Playback or Streaming Quality.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a smart TV to watch Paramount Plus?

No. If your TV is not smart, you can plug a streaming device like a Roku Stick or Fire Stick into an HDMI port, read the app to that device, and watch that way. You can also watch on any phone, tablet, or computer with internet.

Can I watch Paramount Plus on multiple devices at the same time?

Your account can be logged in on multiple devices, but the number of streams you can watch at once depends on your subscription plan. Most plans allow two or four simultaneous streams. Check your account settings on paramount.com to see your plan's limit.

What if I forget my Paramount Plus password?

Go to paramount.com, click Sign In, and click "Forgot password?" Enter your email address and follow the link sent to your inbox to reset it. If you do not see the email, check your spam folder or wait a few minutes and try again.

Can I cast Paramount Plus from my phone to my TV?

Yes, if your TV supports casting. On Android phones, open the Paramount Plus app, tap the cast icon (it looks like a rectangle with a Wi-Fi symbol), and select your TV. On iPhones, swipe up from the bottom to open Control Center, tap Screen Mirroring, and select your TV. Your TV must be on the same Wi-Fi network as your phone.

Why is the video quality poor on my device?

Poor quality usually means your internet connection is slow or unstable. Move closer to your Wi-Fi router, close other apps using the internet, or restart your router. You can also lower the video quality manually in the app settings to reduce buffering.