How to Cancel Channel Subscriptions on Amazon Prime Video

Amazon Prime Video offers you more than just the movies and shows included with your standard Prime membership. Many people like you subscribe to extra channels, such as Paramount+, STARZ, or HBO, directly through their Amazon Prime Video account for more content.

However, over time, you might decide you want to cancel a channel subscription that you are no longer using or watching. This guide will show you how to cancel these extra Prime Video channel subscriptions using your computer, your mobile phone, or the app. It also explains what happens after you cancel.

How to Find and Manage Channel Subscriptions on Prime Video (Desktop Computer)

If you want to cancel a Prime Video channel subscription using a web browser on your computer, you can follow these steps:

1. First, go to the Amazon website that you normally use (like Amazon.com for the US, Amazon.co.uk for the UK, etc., depending on your region). Make sure you log into your Amazon account.
2. In the top right corner of the Amazon homepage, move your mouse cursor over “Account & Lists.”
3. A dropdown menu will appear. From this menu, you should select “Memberships & Subscriptions.”
4. On the next page, you might need to scroll down until you see a section listing your “Prime Video Channels” or other active channel subscriptions.
5. Look for the specific channel subscription you want to cancel (for example, STARZ, AMC+, or Discovery+).
6. Next to the channel you wish to cancel, you should see an option like “Cancel Channel.” Click on this link or button.
7. Amazon will then guide you through a few steps to confirm that you want to cancel. Follow these on-screen instructions carefully.

Your subscription to that channel will usually remain active until the end of your current billing period. This means you can often keep watching it until that date, unless you are canceling during a free trial period.

How to Cancel Prime Video Channel Subscriptions on Your Mobile Phone (Android & iPhone)

If you are using your mobile phone, how you cancel can sometimes depend on how you originally subscribed to the channel.

For Android Users (and iPhone users who subscribed via Amazon directly):

The most reliable way to cancel channels you added through Amazon (not through Apple’s App Store) is often by using a web browser on your phone or through the settings in the Prime Video app:

1. Open the Prime Video app on your Android or iPhone.
2. Tap on “My Stuff” in the bottom navigation bar.
3. Tap the gear icon (Settings), which is usually in the top right corner.
4. Look for and select “Manage Prime Video Channels” or a similar option like “Your Subscriptions” or “Account Settings.” (The exact wording can sometimes change with app updates).
5. You may be redirected to the Amazon website (either within the app or in your phone’s web browser) to manage your channels.
6. Find the specific channel you want to cancel from your list of subscriptions.
7. Tap the option to “Cancel Channel” and follow any on-screen instructions to confirm your cancellation.

For iPhone Users (if you subscribed to the channel through Apple):

If you subscribed to the Prime Video channel using your Apple ID for payment (meaning Apple bills you, not Amazon directly for the channel), you need to cancel it through your iPhone’s settings:

1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
2. Tap on your name at the top (this is your Apple ID).
3. Then, tap on “Subscriptions.”
4. You will see a list of your active and expired subscriptions. Find the Prime Video channel subscription you want to cancel (it might be listed under “Amazon,” “Prime Video,” or directly by the channel name).
5. Tap on that subscription, and then tap “Cancel Subscription.” Confirm your choice.

Important Note for All Mobile Users: If you originally subscribed to the channel using a web browser (on your desktop or mobile phone) and not through Apple’s system (for iPhone users), the option to cancel it might not appear in your iPhone’s Subscriptions settings. In this situation, the best approach is often to open a web browser on your phone (like Safari or Chrome), go to your regional Amazon website, log in, and follow the same steps listed earlier for desktop computer users to manage and cancel the channel.

What Happens After You Cancel a Subscription?

When you cancel a Prime Video channel subscription, you usually don’t lose access to it immediately.

• In most cases, you can continue to watch the channel until the end of your current paid billing cycle. For example, if your subscription renews on the 15th of the month and you cancel on the 5th, you can usually watch until the 15th.
• Once that date passes, your access to the channel will stop, and Amazon will not charge you for it again for the next period.
• If you cancel a channel subscription while you are in a free trial period, your access to the channel might end immediately. The exact terms can vary, so it’s good to check the details when you cancel.
• You usually will not get a refund for any past charges or for the remaining part of the current billing period unless there was a specific billing error on Amazon’s part.

Prime Video Channel vs. Your Amazon Prime Membership: What’s the Difference?

It’s easy for you to get confused between canceling a specific Prime Video channel and canceling your main Amazon Prime membership. They are different things. Here’s how they differ:

So, if you only want to stop paying for an extra channel (like Showtime, Paramount+, BritBox, etc.), make sure you only cancel that specific channel subscription. Do not cancel your entire Amazon Prime membership unless you intend to lose all your Prime benefits.

Having Trouble Canceling? Here’s What You Can Check

If you are having trouble finding the option to cancel your Prime Video channel subscription, here are a few things you can check:

• Are you using a shared Amazon account? Only the main account holder (the person whose payment details are linked to the account) can usually manage and cancel subscriptions.
• Did you subscribe through a third party? If you remember subscribing through Apple (App Store) or possibly Google Play for the channel, you will likely need to cancel the subscription through your phone’s app store settings (as described for iPhone users earlier) or your Google Play account subscriptions page.
• Try using a desktop web browser. Sometimes, all account management options are more clearly visible and easier to navigate on the Amazon website when accessed from a desktop or laptop computer compared to the mobile app.
• Are you on the correct Amazon regional website? Make sure you are logged into the correct Amazon site for your country (for example, Amazon.com for the US, Amazon.co.uk for the UK, Amazon.ca for Canada, etc.). Your subscriptions are tied to the region where you signed up.
• Were you redirected to the channel’s own website to subscribe initially? Some channels might handle billing on their own platform, even if you first found them via Amazon. If this was the case, you would need to visit that channel’s own website and log in there to cancel your subscription.

Final Thoughts

Canceling an extra Prime Video channel subscription is usually quick and easy, once you know where to find the correct settings. Whether you are trying to save some money or simply no longer watch a particular channel, you can stop future payments with just a few clicks or taps.

It’s a good idea for you to check your “Memberships & Subscriptions” page on Amazon regularly. This helps you keep track of what you are paying for. Make sure to cancel any unwanted channels before their next payment date to avoid further charges.

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