How to Cancel Paramount Plus on Amazon

Have you decided Paramount Plus is no longer for you? Don‘t worry – canceling your subscription through Amazon is quick and straightforward. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the step-by-step process across different platforms and devices while arming you with expert tips to address any issues along the way.

Overview of Paramount Plus

First, let‘s briefly examine Paramount Plus itself. Paramount Plus, formerly known as CBS All Access, is a popular streaming service with thousands of TV show episodes, Paramount movies, and live sports.

It costs $4.99 per month with ads or $9.99 per month ad-free. Other plans like annual subscriptions are also available.

As of 2022, Paramount Plus has about 43 million subscribers according to parent company Paramount Global. That makes it the 6th largest paid streaming service behind giants like Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney+ and HBO Max.

While Paramount Plus features some exclusive hits like 1883 and Halo, they face rising competition in the crowded streaming space. Economic and pandemic-related factors have also made consumers re-evaluate recurring subscriptions of all types.

According to Kantar‘s 2022 Media Reactions study, nearly half (46%) of U.S. consumers canceled at least one streaming service over the past year to save money. Of subscribers who cancel services, 21% end up resubscribing within 6 months out of FOMO or renewed interest.

Below we‘ll explore the ins and outs of managing your Paramount Plus subscription through Amazon Prime Video.

Overview of Amazon Prime Video Channels

Amazon Prime Video pioneered the "channel" model for adding streaming services like Paramount Plus, Discovery+, PBS Masterpiece, etc. to centralize billing and streaming within Amazon ecosystem.

Prime members pay extra monthly fees per channel on top of base Prime membership, while non-members simply get billed monthly. Some providers offer annual discounted channel subscriptions too.

Compare Prime Video Channel Plans and Pricing:

As you can see, subscribing to Paramount Plus directly through Amazon Prime Video provides some small savings compared to non-Prime subcriptions.

Below we‘ll cover how to cancel specifically for those who signed up this way.

Reasons to Cancel Paramount Plus

What prompts users to cancel Paramount Plus through Amazon? Here are the most common motivating factors:

Cost

• Ongoing subscription fees too high for budget
• Prefer one-time rental or purchases over monthly / annual costs

Lack of Interest

• Watched all content user was interested in
• Lacks newer or high-quality movies / series

Technical Issues

• Glitches or issues streaming content through Amazon platform
• Limits on number of concurrent streams / devices

Changing Preferences

• Switching to competitor streaming provider instead
• Want to subscribe directly through Paramount instead of Amazon

Of subscribers who canceled Paramount Plus on Amazon in 2022, 49% cited cost, 37% cited lack of interest, and only 14% had technical issues according to a Cordcutting.com survey.

Before canceling outright, consider alternatives like:

• Pausing subscription temporarily during certain months
• Switching billing cycle to annual subscription to pay lower monthly rate

However, if you‘re sure cancellation is right for you, read on to fully cancel your account.

Step-by-Step Guide to Canceling Paramount Plus

Ready to cancel Paramount Plus through Amazon? Here is a step-by-step walkthrough covering all major platforms and devices:

Canceling on Amazon Prime Video

Amazon Prime Video homepage with cancel option highlighted

Amazon Prime Video subscribers can easily cancel premium channels like Paramount Plus in their account settings:

1. Go to Amazon Prime Video on your web browser and ensure you‘re logged into your Amazon account
2. Click on “Account & Lists” at the top right corner of the page
3. Select “Memberships & Subscriptions” from the dropdown menu
4. Find the Paramount Plus subscription and click on “Cancel Channel”
5. Confirm cancellation on the pop-up message

Canceling on a Web Browser

Amazon memberships and subscriptions page with cancel option circled

If you manage your Paramount Plus subscription directly on Amazon.com, follow these instructions:

1. Visit Amazon.com on your web browser and log into your account
2. Click “Account & Lists” and select “Memberships & Subscriptions”
3. Locate Paramount Plus under “Prime Video Channels”
4. Click “Manage Subscription” next to the listing
5. Select the “Cancel Subscription” button and confirm cancellation

Canceling on Mac

Example Mac web browser cancellation

To cancel Paramount Plus on a Mac computer, you’ll once again use your Amazon account:

1. Go to Amazon.com on your Mac’s web browser while logged into your account
2. Click “Account & Lists” and select “Memberships & Subscriptions”
3. Find Paramount Plus under “Prime Video Channels”
4. Click “Manage Subscription” next to the channel listing
5. Select “Cancel Subscription” and confirm

Canceling on iPhone or iPad

iPhone App Store subscriptions menu

If you subscribed via iPhone or iPad App Store:

1. Open the App Store on your device
2. Tap your profile picture (or initials) at the top right
3. Select “Subscriptions” from the menu
4. Find Paramount Plus in your active subscriptions
5. Tap into the listing then select “Cancel Subscription”
6. Confirm cancellation on the pop-up message

Canceling on Android Devices

Google Play Store subscriptions list on Android phone

To cancel through Android‘s Google Play Store:

1. Launch the Play Store app on your device
2. Tap the 3 line “hamburger” menu at the top left
3. Choose “Subscriptions” from the menu
4. Select your active Paramount Plus subscription
5. Tap “Cancel Subscription” and confirm cancellation

Canceling on Amazon Fire TV

Amazon Fire TV apps menu

If you subscribed on an Amazon Fire TV stick or cube:

1. Go to “Settings” > “Applications” > “Manage Installed Applications”
2. Select Paramount Plus from app listings
3. Choose "Unsubscribe" to cancel service

Canceling on Apple TV

Example Apple TV subscriptions menu

Finally, Apple TV users can cancel as follows:

1. Open the Apple TV app then go to Settings > Accounts
2. Select Manage Subscriptions
3. Locate your Paramount Plus subscription
4. Click "Cancel Subscription" and confirm

Implications of Canceling

Once canceled, you‘ll immediately lose access to Paramount Plus on-demand content, live TV, and other features. Make sure you watch anything you want to see before the cancellation takes effect.

Also note you won’t receive any partial subscription refunds for unused days remaining in your current billing period. Cancellations take effect immediately regardless of when you cancel during the month or year you pre-paid for.

If you later change your mind, you’ll have to signup and subscribe again from scratch as a new customer without your previous watch history.

Pausing vs. Canceling Account

Rather than fully closing your account, some providers let you temporarily pause your subscription for up to 3 months. This stops recurring charges without deleting your profile and watch history.

Downsides of pausing instead of completely canceling include:

• Remembering to unpause before you get charged again
• Missing out on long-term cost savings
• Keeping payment info on file unused

Upsides include:

• Quickly resuming service anytime
• Retaining watchlist and recommendations
• Avoiding signup process if resubscribing

Compare the differences before deciding which option makes more financial and practical sense long-term.

Troubleshooting Cancellation Issues

Having issues canceling your Paramount Plus subscription through Amazon? Here are some troubleshooting tips:

• Double and triple check account login details – Incorrect password is often the culprit for login failures blocking the cancellation process. Carefully re-enter credentials if you experience an error.
• Try a different mainstream web browser – Occasionally browser glitches interfere with subscription changes. Switch from Chrome to Firefox or vice versa.
• Contact Amazon customer service – Chat agents can help troubleshoot or cancel subscriptions on your behalf. Reach them via online chat or call 1-888-280-4331.
• Cancel annual or discounted add-ons individually – Those with prepaid annual subscriptions or special rate channel add-ons should cancel each one separately.

Additional problems like incorrect billing descriptors or multiple charges may need more specialized assistance. Don‘t hesitate to reach out to customer support teams if you encounter tricky issues.

Final Takeaways

Canceling Paramount Plus subscriptions through Amazon is quick and straightforward when you follow the right steps for your signup platform.

Here are the key tips to remember:

• Where and how you signed up determines how to cancel – Amazon itself vs other platforms
• Cancellation leads to immediate loss of streaming access without account pause options
• No partial subscription refunds given for any unused days remaining
• Customer service teams can provide hands-on help for any account troubles

Now you‘re armed with inside knowledge on how to cancel your Paramount Plus subscription across Amazon Prime Video as well as every major mobile and streaming device. Carefully review account details, locate the subscription in your settings, and click to cancel. The process is just that easy!

What questions do you still have about canceling Paramount Plus on Amazon? Let me know in the comments!