The latest streaming service to introduce adverts in your movies and TV shows is Prime Video, and now by default you'll have to sit through adverts or commercials when you're trying to enjoy Amazon's streaming service.
However, streaming fans who don't want to be interrupted do have a way to remove adverts... as long as they're willing to spend a little extra in order to enjoy this privilege.
By default, Amazon Prime costs $14.99 / £8.99 per month or $139 / £95 per year, with Prime Video included in the cost. But if you're willing to pay $3.99 / £2.99 extra each month, you can enjoy ad-free streaming, and we'll show you how below.
How to remove ads from Prime Video
Currently an Amazon Prime subscriber? This section is for you.
Firstly, go to Amazon's Account & Settings page (you can find it by clicking here if you're in the US, or by clicking here if you're in the UK) and make sure you're logged into your account.
Now, click 'Your Account' on the left, and simply select 'Go Ad Free'. Then you'll be prompted to add the extra fee to your account, and lose commercials on videos. Simple! If you've ever wondered how to change Prime Video settings like subtitle style, auto-playing videos or content PINs, that's all here too.
The above works on a computer but it's simple on other devices. Open the Prime Video app, find the Settings page and select 'Go Ad Free' there.
How to sign up for ad-free Prime Video
Not already an Amazon Prime subscriber? This segment is for you. Currently, you can't sign up for an ad-free Prime Video account straight away, as you need to make the account, sign up, then remove ads in three steps.
Firstly, you'll want to head to the Amazon website (Amazon.com), and create an account. For now, this is free.
Once you're signed in to your new free account, click "Accounts & Lists" in the top-right bar, and then 'Prime' in the menu that appears. Here you're shown the Amazon Prime landing page, and you can start a free trial and press "Explore other plans" to see the various options open to you. If you've already got an Amazon account (but not Prime), you can also just click on the links below.
Now that you're signed up to Prime, you can use the above section to remove ads from your Prime Video account.
