How to Watch Amazon Prime Video from Anywhere
To watch Amazon Prime Video from anywhere, make your device appear as if it’s in a country where the service works – usually by changing your location or using supported apps. On Hide Expert VPN, you can quickly switch your virtual location to access Prime Video libraries from different countries. The method you choose depends on your device, your current location, and the specific content you want to watch.
What is Amazon Prime Video and how does it work?
Amazon Prime Video is a streaming platform included with Amazon Prime memberships, offering movies, TV shows, and original productions. You access it either through the Prime Video website or the Amazon Prime Video app. Availability and content vary by country; you log in with your Amazon account and can stream as long as your subscription is active.
How to access Amazon Prime Video outside your country
- Check if Amazon Prime Video is available where you are. If not, or if you want content from another region, you’ll need to appear as if you’re in that country.
- Use a VPN (Virtual Private Network) to change your device’s apparent location. Hide Expert VPN, for example, offers custom protocols that help maintain connections even where standard VPNs are blocked. Choose a server in the country you want to access (e.g., the US or UK).
- Log out of your Amazon account, clear cookies, then log in again after connecting via VPN.
- If you’re using a mobile device, make sure the Amazon app store region matches your VPN server location.
- Restart the app or browser and try streaming again.
How to use apps to watch Amazon Prime Video on different devices
- Smart TVs and streaming sticks: Install the Amazon Prime Video app from the device’s app store. If the app is unavailable, change your device’s region in the settings, or use a VPN at the router level.
- Smartphones and tablets: Download the Amazon Prime Video app from Google Play, the Apple App Store, or Huawei AppGallery. Set your app store region to match your VPN location if you encounter issues.
- Desktops and laptops: Use a browser or the official app. A VPN can be used directly on these devices for region switching.
Common issues when streaming Amazon Prime Video abroad and how to fix them
- Geolocation errors: If you see messages like “This title isn’t available in your location,” check your VPN connection and ensure your IP matches the target country.
- Payment or account region mismatch: Sometimes, Amazon restricts content based on your billing address. Make sure your payment method and account address match the region you’re trying to access.
- App not available in app store: Change your app store region and restart your device.
- Playback issues: Clear browser/app cache, restart the device, or try a different VPN server.
How to watch Amazon Prime Video on various devices
- Download and install the Amazon Prime Video app, or visit the website on your device.
- Sign in with your Amazon account details.
- If the app or content is unavailable, use a VPN, set your device or app store region to the desired country, and restart the device.
- For smart TVs or streaming devices, you might need to change the device region or use a VPN at the router level.
Differences between Amazon Prime Video in the USA and UK
- Catalog: The US and UK libraries have different movies and TV shows due to licensing.
- Pricing and subscriptions: Subscription costs and included benefits can differ.
- App features: Some features, such as live TV or sports, may only be available in certain regions.
Choose your region based on the content you want to watch and whether your payment method is accepted there.
What to do if Amazon Prime Video is not available in your region
- Check Amazon’s official list of supported countries.
- If unavailable, use a VPN to connect to a supported country, clear cookies, and try again.
- Consider setting up a payment method that matches your chosen region.
Summary: How to access Amazon Prime Video content from abroad
To watch Amazon Prime Video from anywhere, use a VPN to change your device’s location, ensure your account and payment methods match the region, and use the official app or website. If you run into problems, double-check your VPN connection, device region, and account settings. For more details on changing your location for streaming services, see our guides like How to Watch Netflix in the US from Anywhere.