If you’re a Paramount+ with SHOWTIME network subscriber with a participating TV provider (currently: AT&T U-verse, DIRECTV, Hulu*, Spectrum), you’ll also receive a subscription to the Paramount+ with SHOWTIME plan on Paramount+ at no extra charge. Simply log in with your TV provider credentials to verify your subscription at paramountplus.com/link.


*Hulu with the Paramount+ with SHOWTIME premium add-on channel.

For more info, choose any topic below:

General 

• What’s the difference between the Paramount+ with SHOWTIME network and the Paramount+ with SHOWTIME plan on Paramount+? 
• How do I activate my Paramount+ with SHOWTIME plan on Paramount+? 
• Why am I being "verified"?
• Do I have to verify my Paramount+ with SHOWTIME plan credentials every time to stream?
• Which desktop browsers are supported for login on Paramount+ via my Paramount+ with SHOWTIME TV provider?
• What can I stream with the Paramount+ with SHOWTIME plan on Paramount+? 
• Can I watch NFL games on Paramount+ via my TV provider?  
• What if I forgot or don’t have a username or password for my TV provider?
• Where can I find a list of participating TV providers?
• If I cancel my TV provider service, can I keep streaming on Paramount+?
• I’m seeing a message that states my email address is already connected to a Paramount+ account. What does this mean?

 

Troubleshooting

• I’m seeing a message that states my email address is already connected to a Paramount+ account. What does this mean?
• I’m seeing a message that states my provider subscription package doesn't include access to Paramount+. How can I fix this?
• I’m trying to watch my local CBS station live. Why am I seeing a message that states you can’t find my location?  

 

What’s the difference between the Paramount+ with SHOWTIME network that I get through my TV provider, and the Paramount+ with SHOWTIME plan on Paramount+?

The Paramount+ with SHOWTIME network is a premium television channel available via a TV provider’s service (e.g. cable, satellite, telco or streaming television providers), while the Paramount+ with SHOWTIME plan is one of the plans you can subscribe to as part of the Paramount+ streaming service.  

Here’s a breakdown of what you get with each:

PARAMOUNT+ WITH SHOWTIME NETWORK VIA TV PROVIDER

A subscription to the Paramount+ with SHOWTIME network through your TV provider includes access to the Paramount+ with SHOWTIME channel, SHOWTIME multi-plex channels (TMC and Flix), as well as Paramount+ with SHOWTIME On Demand* and through your TV provider streaming app. 

In addition, some customers** will receive a subscription to the Paramount+ with SHOWTIME plan on Paramount+ at no extra cost! You’ll activate your Paramount+ with SHOWTIME plan on Paramount+ by going to paramountplus.com/link and following the instructions.

For help with the Paramount+ with SHOWTIME network, please visit sho.com/help.

 

*Paramount+ with SHOWTIME On Demand available through participating TV providers only. Please contact your provider for eligibility.

**Customers with participating TV providers only (currently: AT&T U-verse, DIRECTV, Hulu and Spectrum). Note that for Hulu, you must have the Paramount+ with SHOWTIME premium add-on channel as part of your Hulu subscription package to be eligible. For a list of providers, visit paramountplus.com/link. 

PARAMOUNT+ WITH SHOWTIME PLAN ON PARAMOUNT+

Paramount+ is a subscription streaming service that gives you access to over 45,000 episodes and movies, exclusive originals, live sports and more. We have two plans: Paramount+ Essential and the Paramount+ with SHOWTIME plan. If you’re a Paramount+ with SHOWTIME network customer with a participating TV provider, you’ll also receive a subscription to the Paramount+ with SHOWTIME plan on Paramount+ at no extra cost. Not only can you stream Paramount+ programming ad-free*, but you can also watch your live, local CBS station (which includes the NFL on CBS and other live sports), download shows and movies for offline viewing, PLUS stream all your SHOWTIME favorites! 

*Live TV has commercials and some Paramount+ shows have promotional interruptions. 

 

How do I activate my Paramount+ with SHOWTIME plan on Paramount+?

It’s fast and simple! Just make sure you’re a Paramount+ with SHOWTIME network subscriber with a participating TV provider, then verify your TV provider account to start streaming. 

From your desktop or mobile web browser:

1. Go to paramountplus.com/link, and select your TV provider.
2. You’ll be taken to your provider’s login screen to verify your account.
3. Enter your TV provider username and password to sign in. 
4. You’ll be directed back to paramountplus.com to create (or, if you’re a former Paramount+ subscriber, sign into) your Paramount+ account.
5. Start streaming! 

You can also visit paramountplus.com, scroll to the bottom of the page, and select “Want to link with provider?”

Heads-up: You can login to verify your provider on desktop or mobile web only. But after verification, you can stream the Paramount+ with SHOWTIME plan on Paramount+ by signing in with your Paramount+ account on any of these supported devices. 

 

Why am I being "verified"?

Verification is needed to confirm that you’re a current Paramount+ with SHOWTIME TV provider customer. Just sign in with your TV provider username and password, and once verified, you’ll be able to activate your Paramount+ with SHOWTIME plan on Paramount+.

 

Do I have to verify my TV provider credentials every time to stream?

No, not every time, but periodically, you may be prompted to verify again. Please keep in mind that if your subscription to the Paramount+ with SHOWTIME network via your TV provider ends, your included subscription to the Paramount+ with SHOWTIME plan on Paramount+ will also end. 

 

Which desktop browsers are supported for login on Paramount+ via my TV provider? 

In order to sign in and verify your TV provider, you must be on desktop or mobile web only. You’ll also need to ensure you’re on a supported browser, either Chrome, Firefox or Safari. 

Once you’ve been verified, you can stream with the Paramount+ with SHOWTIME plan on Paramount+ by signing in with your Paramount+ credentials (NOT your TV provider credentials, if they differ) on any of these supported devices. 

 

What can I stream with the Paramount+ with SHOWTIME plan on Paramount+?

Once you’ve verified that you are an active customer of your TV provider, you can stream over 45,000 episodes and movies ad-free (except live TV and select shows), your live, local CBS station including the NFL on CBS and other live sports, plus award-winning SHOWTIME programs, and so much more! You can also download shows and movies to watch offline, and create individual profiles for the entire family. 

Interested in programming details? Here’s what’s coming to Paramount+ this month.

Can I watch NFL games on Paramount+ with my Paramount+ with SHOWTIME plan? 

Yes, as long as your local CBS station offers NFL games, you can watch them on your live TV stream if you’re verified with your TV provider.

 

What if I forgot or don’t have a TV provider username or password?

Once you select your provider on paramountplus.com/link, those pages will have links to help you if you forgot your ID, password, or don't have an ID. Otherwise, contact your TV provider for help obtaining or retrieving your username and password. 

 

Where can I find a list of participating Paramount+ with SHOWTIME TV providers on Paramount+?

Check out paramountplus.com/link for a list of providers. If your TV provider isn’t currently included, hang tight — we're working hard to add more providers! 

As of January 8th, if you subscribe to the Paramount+ with SHOWTIME network through one of the following providers, you will be able to activate your included Paramount+ with SHOWTIME plan on Paramount+ by verifying your TV provider subscription.

• AT&T U-verse
• DIRECTV
• Hulu*
• Spectrum   

*Hulu with the Paramount+ with SHOWTIME premium add-on channel.



If I cancel my TV provider service, can I keep streaming on Paramount+?

If you cancel your TV provider service or the Paramount+ with SHOWTIME network, then you will no longer have access to Paramount+ and must sign up separately at paramountplus.com or on the Paramount+ app.

 

I’m seeing a message that states my email address is already connected to a Paramount+ account. What does this mean?

This means that you currently have an active Paramount+ subscription, and are unable to link your TV provider.

If you prefer to stream via your TV provider, first make sure that your provider is supported:

• AT&T U-verse
• DIRECTV
• Hulu (please note that you must have the Paramount+ with SHOWTIME premium add-on channel as part of your Hulu subscription package to be eligible)
• Spectrum

Next, you’ll need to cancel your current Paramount+ subscription, wait until the end of your billing cycle, then visit paramountplus.com/link and follow the instructions here to verify your TV provider account and start streaming Paramount+.

I’m seeing a message that states my email address is already connected to a Paramount+ account. What does this mean?

This means that you currently have an active Paramount+ account and/or subscription, and are unable to link your TV provider. You have a few options:

• You can keep your current Paramount+ subscription and continue to stream Paramount+ as you do now.
• If you have the Paramount+ Essential plan but want to stream with the Paramount+ with SHOWTIME plan, go ahead and verify your TV provider at paramountplus.com/link, and use a different email address when asked to create a Paramount+ account.
• If you don’t have a different email address, you can cancel your current Paramount+ subscription, wait until the end of your billing cycle, then visit paramountplus.com/link and follow the instructions here to verify your TV provider account and start streaming Paramount+. 

 

I’m seeing a message that states my TV provider subscription package doesn't include access to Paramount+. How can I fix this?

For questions about what your current TV provider package includes, or how you can change or add channels like the Paramount+ with SHOWTIME network, please contact your TV provider. 

I’m trying to watch my local CBS station live. Why am I seeing a message that states you can’t find my location? 

To resolve the issue, make sure you've turned on location services via your browser or device settings, and that you've entered your zip code correctly when prompted.