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What is an Amazon Prime Video subscription?
Amazon Prime Video is a video-on-demand streaming service offering movies, TV series, and Amazon Original productions that members can watch on a wide range of devices. Prime Video is included with eligible Amazon Prime memberships, but viewers can also subscribe to Prime Video on its own. Viewers who want even more content can also add optional premium channels through Prime Video Channels, layering extra programming on top of their existing access.
You can learn more about the service on our Amazon Prime Video guide. Keep reading to see exactly how signing up, managing, and canceling your Prime Video subscription works.
How do I subscribe to Amazon Prime Video?
Signing up for Amazon Prime Video is a straightforward process that starts with an Amazon account. For a closer look at how the service fits together in the Amazon Prime ecosystem, visit CableTV.com’s Amazon Prime Video hub.
- Go to the Amazon Prime Video website or open the app on your preferred device.
- Sign in with an existing Amazon account or create a new one.
- Choose either an Amazon Prime membership that includes Prime Video or a standalone Prime Video subscription.
- Enter your payment information to complete the sign-up.
- Start browsing and streaming available titles right away.
How do I cancel Amazon Prime Video?
Canceling an Amazon Prime Video subscription can typically be done online in just a few steps. If you’re exploring alternatives, check out CableTV.com’s Best On-Demand Streaming Services ranking for other options.
- Sign in to your Amazon account.
- Go to Manage Your Memberships & Subscriptions.
- Find your Prime Video subscription and follow the prompts to cancel it.
- If you subscribed through a third party, manage the cancellation through that provider instead.
Amazon Prime Video subscription FAQ
Can I watch Amazon Prime Video on multiple devices?
Yes. Prime Video supports a wide range of compatible devices, and Amazon allows up to three concurrent streams on the same account and up to two simultaneous streams of the same content.
Is a free trial available for Amazon Prime Video?
Yes. Eligible customers can get a 30-day Amazon Prime free trial, which includes Prime Video. Check the offer and eligibility terms shown by Amazon when you sign up.
Do I need a separate subscription for Prime Video Channels?
Yes. Prime Video add-on subscriptions are separate paid subscriptions that provide additional content from third-party premium networks and streaming services. They are purchased in addition to your Amazon Prime or Prime Video membership.
Can I pause my Amazon Prime Video subscription instead of canceling?
Amazon does not currently document a general pause option for Prime Video subscriptions. Its help center directs subscribers to cancel online instead; if you're billed through a third party, manage your subscription through that provider.
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