Prime Video Profiles and Parental Controls: A Family Setup Guide
Prime Video lets one account have up to six profiles, including dedicated kids profiles, and a PIN that locks mature content and purchases. Set up properly, children only see age-appropriate titles and cannot rent or buy anything without the PIN.
Here is how to set it up for a family in a few minutes.
What Prime Video gives a family
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Profiles per account | Up to 6 |
| Kids profiles | Yes, with child-appropriate catalogue |
| Parental control PIN | Locks titles above a chosen rating |
| Purchase restrictions | PIN required to rent or buy |
| Simultaneous streams | Up to 3 |
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Setting it up, step by step
1. Create a profile for each person. In Prime Video, open the profile menu and add a profile. Separate profiles keep watch history and recommendations apart.
2. Mark children's profiles as Kids. A kids profile only shows titles suitable for children and hides the rest of the catalogue.
3. Set a Prime Video PIN. In account settings under parental controls, create a PIN and choose the viewing restriction level. Titles above that rating need the PIN.
4. Turn on purchase restrictions. Require the PIN for rentals and purchases so nothing is bought by accident.
5. Apply restrictions on every device. Restrictions can be set per device, so check the living-room TV and tablets children use.
Common family problems, solved
Kids see adult recommendations. They are watching on a grown-up profile. Give them their own kids profile.
A surprise rental charge. Turn on the purchase PIN.
"Too many devices streaming". Prime Video allows up to three streams at once — see how many devices can stream Prime Video.
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Frequently asked questions
How many profiles can you have on Prime Video?
Up to six profiles per account, including kids profiles.
Does Prime Video have parental controls?
Yes. You can set a PIN that restricts titles above a chosen rating and require it for purchases and rentals.
How do I make a kids profile on Prime Video?
Add a new profile from the profile menu and mark it as a kids profile. It will only show child-appropriate titles.
Can I stop my child buying things on Prime Video?
Yes. Turn on purchase restrictions so a PIN is required for rentals and purchases.
Do Prime Video parental controls apply to all devices?
Restrictions can be set per device, so check each TV, tablet and phone children use.
How many people can watch Prime Video at once?
Up to three streams at the same time on one account.
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