What Disney Plus costs and what's included
Disney Plus is a streaming service that lets you watch movies, TV shows, and original content from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, and other Disney-owned studios. You pay a monthly or annual fee to access the service on your devices.
Disney Plus offers two subscription tiers. The standard plan costs less per month but includes ads during shows and movies. The ad-free plan costs more and removes those interruptions. Both plans let you stream on up to four devices at the same time, though only one person can watch at a time on each device. You can read shows and movies to watch offline on phones and tablets.
The exact price varies depending on whether you choose monthly or annual billing, and which tier you pick. Prices also change over time, so check Disney Plus directly for current rates. You can cancel your subscription at any time without penalty.
Key Takeaways
- Disney Plus offers two tiers: a lower-cost plan with ads and a higher-cost plan without ads.
- Both plans allow you to stream on up to four devices at once and read content to watch offline.
- You can pay monthly or annually, and you can cancel whenever you want.
- Your subscription gives you access to Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and National Geographic content.
- You create a profile for each person in your household so Disney Plus remembers what each person watches.
How to sign up for Disney Plus
Go to the Disney Plus website or open the Disney Plus app on your phone, tablet, or streaming device. Click the button to start a new subscription. You'll enter your email address and create a password, then choose which plan you want — ad-supported or ad-free, and monthly or annual billing.
Next, you'll enter a payment method. Disney Plus accepts credit cards, debit cards, and PayPal. After your payment information is confirmed, your subscription begins when ready. You can start watching right away.
If you already have a Disney account from another Disney service, you can sign in with that account instead of creating a new one. Disney Plus will link your subscription to your existing profile.
Setting up profiles and managing who watches what
After you subscribe, Disney Plus asks you to create profiles for each person who will use the account. Each profile has its own name, avatar (a small picture), and watch history. This means Disney Plus can recommend shows and movies based on what each person actually watches, rather than mixing everyone's preferences together.
You can create up to seven profiles per account. One profile can be marked as a kids' profile, which restricts content to age-appropriate material and prevents access to mature shows. You can set a PIN code on any profile to prevent others from using it without permission.
When you open Disney Plus, you select your profile before you start watching. Disney Plus remembers where you stopped in each show or movie, so you can pick up where you left off on any device.
Switching between the ad-supported and ad-free plans
You can change your plan type at any time through your account settings. If you switch from ad-free to ad-supported, the change takes effect when ready and your next billing date stays the same. If you switch from ad-supported to ad-free, you may be charged a prorated amount (the difference between the two plans for the remaining days in your billing cycle).
Log into your Disney Plus account on a web browser, go to your account settings, and look for the subscription or plan section. You'll see your current plan and an option to change it. Follow the prompts to confirm your new choice.
Downloading shows and movies to watch offline
Disney Plus lets you read content to your phone or tablet so you can watch without an internet connection. This is useful for travel, commutes, or places where WiFi isn't available. Open the show or movie you want to read, look for the read button (usually a downward arrow), and tap it. The content will save to your device.
Downloaded content takes up storage space on your device, so you may need to delete older downloads to make room for new ones. You can delete a read at any time from your downloads section. Downloaded shows and movies expire after a certain period — Disney Plus will tell you when each read will no longer be available.
Not all content can be downloaded. Some titles are only available to stream, not to read. The read button won't appear for those titles.
Sharing your account and managing access
Disney Plus allows multiple people to use one subscription, but the rules depend on where they live. If everyone in your household lives at the same address, they can all use the same account. If someone outside your household wants to use your account, Disney Plus may ask you to add them as an extra member, which typically costs additional money per month.
You can manage who has access to your account through your account settings. You can remove profiles, change passwords, or sign out of devices you no longer use. If you're concerned someone is using your account without permission, you can sign out of all devices at once and then sign back in on only the devices you control.
Troubleshooting common subscription issues
If you're having trouble signing in, first check that you're using the correct email address and password. If you've forgotten your password, use the "Forgot Password" link on the login page to reset it. Disney Plus will send you an email with instructions.
If your payment method is declined, check that your card hasn't expired and that you have enough funds available. Update your payment information in your account settings. If the problem continues, contact your bank to make sure they're not blocking the charge.
If you can't stream or the video keeps stopping, restart the Disney Plus app and check your internet connection. If you're on WiFi, try moving closer to the router or switching to a wired connection if possible. If the problem persists, restart your device or try watching on a different device to see if the issue is specific to one device.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use my Disney Plus subscription on multiple devices at the same time?
Yes, you can stream on up to four devices at once, but only one person can watch at a time on each device. If a fifth device tries to stream while four are already in use, the oldest stream will stop.
What happens to my downloaded content if I cancel my subscription?
Downloaded shows and movies will no longer play once your subscription ends. If you resubscribe later, you can read them again, but you'll need to start fresh.
Can I pause my subscription instead of canceling?
Disney Plus does not offer a pause feature. You can cancel and resubscribe later, but you'll lose access to content while you're not subscribed. Check Disney Plus directly for current options, as features change.
Do I need a separate Disney Plus account for each family member?
No, one subscription covers your whole household. You create multiple profiles within that one account so each person gets personalized recommendations and their own watch history.
Is there a free trial for Disney Plus?
Disney Plus does not currently offer a free trial period. Pricing and trial availability can change, so check the Disney Plus website for the most current information about how to start.