How to share an Amazon Prime Video account?
The Prime Video subscription is shared by activating a "TV code" with the users with whom you share your subscription.
What is Amazon Prime Video?
Amazon Prime Video is a video streaming service on demand that is part of the benefits offered by the Amazon Prime membership. Launched in 2006 as Amazon Unbox in the United States, and gradually evolving into what we now know as Prime Video, this service allows its users to enjoy a wide range of content, including movies, TV series, and original productions from Amazon Studios. Subscribers have access to a vast catalog of titles, which can be viewed at any time and from various internet-connected devices such as smartphones, tablets, smart TVs, and game consoles. In addition to its standard library, Prime Video also offers the option to rent or buy specific titles and subscribe to additional premium channels. This service stands out for its original and exclusive content, which has received multiple accolades and awards internationally. Currently, there is an ad-free plan that has an extra cost of €1.99 and the basic plan.
Steps to share the Prime Video subscription
Sharing the subscription as an administrator
The The Prime Video subscription is shared by activating a "TV code" with the users with whom you share your subscription. Therefore, it can be shared in this way.
As an administrator, you must first activate purchase restrictions, to prevent the person with whom you share the subscription from making any purchase. You can do this by following these steps.
In the Prime Video app menu, go to Account and settings.
Go to the "Restrictions" tab and set a PIN for the account.
Activate purchase restrictions and set a secure 5-digit PIN (avoid using 00000).
Using Amazon Prime Video subscription as a family member
The Prime Video subscription can be shared by activating a "TV code" on your devices, without the need to share credentials.
Only certain devices can be activated through a "TV code". Make sure to use an authorized device.
- Compatible devices: Smart TV, media players (Blu-Ray, etc.), TV Box and video game consoles or consoles.
- Incompatible devices: Smartphone, computer and tablet.
Having this information we just have to follow these steps:
- Install and open the Prime Video app on your compatible device.
- Go to the "Sign in" icon and select "Register on the Prime website".
- Get the TV code that appears and send it to the family administrator via the chat you will find in the Sharingful family.
- Once your device is activated by the family administrator, you will access the home page of the profiles. Now you just need to create your profile or use one of the free or available ones.
How much does Amazon Prime Video cost?
The cost of an ad-free Amazon Prime Video subscription is €6.98 per month in Spain.
How many people can use Amazon Prime Video simultaneously?
Currently, you can share Amazon Prime Video with 2 other people, allowing for 3 simultaneous streams. By sharing with 2 other people, you can have ad-free Amazon Prime Video for €2.33 per month.
