As the official home of Star Trek and all of CBS,Paramount+has proven itself an indispensable streaming service. However, you might not be making the most of your Paramount+ subscription.
For example, did you know you can watch Paramount+ online with friends using a browser extension? There is also a way to add a second set of subtitles and even audio descriptions for viewers with visual impairments.
I’ve rounded up the best Paramount+ tips and tricks to make your streaming experience as smooth as possible.
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1Watch Paramount+ outside the US
Use a VPN to get around geo-blocking
Unfortunately, Paramount+ only works in the US. Therefore, if you vacation outside the country, you may’t stream your favorite shows and movies.
However, you may bypass regional restrictions by utilizing a VPN, such asExpressVPN. Alternatively, you can install the freeHola unblockedbrowser plugin for Chrome, Firefox, or Android.
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2Change how subtitles look
Make captions easier to read
You can change the font, size, and color of subtitles when watching in a web browser or the Paramount+ app. In the app, tapMore>Settings>Subtitles & Captions.
In the web player, select thespeech bubblein the upper-right, choose a language underSubtitles, then selectSubtitle Settings. If you’re watching Paramount+ on a television, you might need to adjust subtitles through your TV menus.
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3Watch Paramount+ with friends
Host a Paramount Plus watch party
Paramount+ doesn’t include a built-in feature likeNetflix Partiesfor watching with friends, but there are other alternatives. For instance,Kastis a group chat platform that allows you and your friends to watch and engage in real-time discussions while streaming Paramount+ or any content accessed through a browser, including YouTube, Hulu, and more.
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4Stop automatic episode playback
Don’t play the next episode
Paramount+ automatically queues up the next episode of shows, but you may turn this feature off and on. In the mobile app, tapMore>Settings>Autoplay. In the Paramount+ app for smart TVs, go toSettings>Video>Autoplay.
In the web interface, select yourProfile namein the upper-right, chooseAccountfrom the dropdown menu, and scroll down to theAutoplaysection.
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5Add more subtitle languages
See two sets of subtitles at once
For multilingual households, you can enable dual subtitles using a Google Chrome extension. Simply installDouble Subtitles for Paramount+, and then select two different languages to display at the bottom of your screen.
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6See what’s new on Paramount+
Find out when your favorite shows are dropping
Wondering what TV shows and movies will be streaming soon? Fortunately, there’s a list ofwhat’s coming to Paramount+. You’ll find all the new content for the current month, including live sports events, along with specific dates when shows and movies officially drop.
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7Remove content from your watch history
Clean up your Keep Watching list
Want to clean up your viewing history? UnderKeep Watching, selectEditand choose which titles you wish to remove. This trick only works in a web browser, but the changes will be reflected in the Paramount+ apps.
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8Set up Paramount+ profiles
Create up to six viewer profiles
Paramount Plus recommends content based on your viewing history, but you wouldn’t want your recommendations influenced by your kids (of vice versa). By creating individual profiles for each household member, you ensure that their ratings and viewing habits won’t impact your recommendations.
When you log in to the Paramount+ app, you’ll see the “Who’s Watching?” page. ChooseAdd profileto set up a new one, or selectEdit Profilesto make changes to existing profiles. you’re able to enableKids Modefor any profile to limit the types of content users can watch.
In a web browser, select yourProfile namein the upper-right corner and chooseAdd ProfileorAdd Kids Profile. You can have up to six profiles, but you can only stream on three screens at the same time.
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9Set up Paramount+ parental controls
Restrict what kids can watch
Speaking of creating separate profiles, you can set up parental controls to further restrict the types of content kids can watch. In a web browser, go toparamountplus.com/account, then scroll down and turn onParental Controls.
First, you must enter your Paramount+ password. After that, you can create a PIN, which is required to switch profiles and watch shows or movies above a certain content rating.
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