A Guide to Sharing Your Amazon Prime Benefits with Amazon Household

Amazon Prime has become a staple for many online shoppers, offering a plethora of benefits like free one-day or two-day shipping, access to the massive Prime Video streaming library, exclusive discounts, and more. But what if you could extend these perks to your family members? The answer lies in a feature called Amazon Household.

In this comprehensive guide, we'll delve into the world of Amazon Household, explaining what it is, who can be included, and which Prime benefits can be shared. We'll also provide a step-by-step guide on setting it up and address some frequently asked questions. So, buckle up and get ready to unlock the full potential of your Prime membership!

Unveiling Amazon Household: Sharing the Prime Love

Amazon Household allows you to share specific benefits of your Prime membership with other users. This is a fantastic way to extend the value of Prime to your family, giving them access to faster shipping, a vast library of movies and TV shows, and more. It's important to note that Amazon Household is distinct from creating multiple user profiles within a single Prime Video account, which allows for personalized viewing experiences but doesn't involve sharing membership benefits.

Who Gets a Seat at the Prime Table?

An Amazon Household can accommodate a total of six members:

• Two Adults (18+): Both adults can share select Prime benefits like free shipping and access to Prime Video. However, they'll need to agree to share payment methods for the household.

• Four Teens (13-17): Teens can enjoy select Prime benefits like streaming content on Prime Video with parental controls in place.

• Four Children: Unfortunately, children cannot directly share Prime benefits, but they can still access age-appropriate content within profiles created for them under parental supervision.

Divvying Up the Prime Goodies: What Can Be Shared?

Now, let's explore the specific Prime benefits that can be shared with different members of your Amazon Household:

Adults:

• Free One-Day or Two-Day Shipping: Enjoy the convenience of expedited shipping on millions of eligible items.

• Prime Video: Stream a vast library of movies, TV shows, documentaries, and Amazon Originals.

• Prime Music: Access millions of songs and ad-free music streaming. (Note: This benefit might be undergoing changes, so check the latest information from Amazon.)

• Prime Reading: Borrow ebooks and magazines for free from a rotating selection.

• Amazon Photos: Store unlimited photos securely in the cloud. (Free tier storage limits apply to videos.)

Teens (with Parental Controls):

• Prime Video: Stream a curated selection of movies and TV shows appropriate for their age group. Parents can set viewing restrictions and manage watchlists.

• Twitch Prime: Teens can enjoy exclusive benefits on Twitch, like a free monthly channel subscription and ad-free viewing.

Important Note: 

Sharing payment methods is a requirement for adults in an Amazon Household to access shared Prime benefits.

Setting Up Your Amazon Household: A Step-by-Step Guide

Ready to create your Amazon Household and share the Prime love? Here's a simple guide:

• Head to Your Amazon Account: Log in to your Amazon account and navigate to "Your Account."

• Locate "Amazon Household": Under "Account Settings," look for the option titled "Amazon Household" or "Manage Your Household."

• Invite Another Adult: Click on "Add an Adult" and enter the email address of the adult you'd like to invite. Remember, they must be 18 years or older and reside in the same country as you.

• Review and Agree: Both you and the invited adult will need to review the terms and conditions and agree to share payment methods. Once both parties accept, the adult will be added to your Household.

• Adding Teens and Children: Follow a similar process to invite teens (13-17) by selecting "Add a Teen" and entering their email address. For children, you can create child profiles within your Prime Video account for age-appropriate content access.

Congratulations! 😍😍

You've successfully set up your Amazon Household and can now share select Prime benefits with your family members.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Can I share my Prime membership with anyone outside my household?

A: No, Amazon Household is designed for sharing benefits with immediate family members residing in the same country. Sharing your login credentials with others violates Amazon's terms of service.

Q: What happens if someone in my Household cancels their Prime membership?

A: If an adult member cancels their Prime membership, they will lose access to shared benefits within the Household. However, other members with active Prime memberships will not be affected.