With Netflix frequently threatening to terminate accounts where password sharing is warned, it's no surprise that Disney Plus subscribers want to know if account sharing is against their terms of service. Lucky for you, we found out whether or not Mickey Mouse believes in the "sharing is caring" mantra.
It is recognized that some degree of Disney Plus account sharing is unavoidable. And that does not stop the development of the platform: House of Mouse amassed 9 million auxiliary subscribers in the first 3 months of XNUMX. However, if it is discovered that you are taking Mickey for real, at the very least, expect your account to be blocked. .
Below we'll detail what a convenient amount of account sharing looks like; how to create auxiliary user profiles for your loved ones; and the number of devices you can stream from at any given time.
Disney Plus Account Sharing: What the Terms and Conditions Say:
Nothing explicitly calls for Disney Plus account sharing in the subscription agreement (opens in a new tab). Instead, the focus is on the account holder's responsibility to safeguard that information, noting that on the Disney Plus site, they will be liable for any damages that result from the misuse of their login credentials by of others.
It is set forth in Section 1: User Eligibility and Registration, which states: "You are solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality and security of your username and password and for any and all activities that occur on or through your Disney+ and ESPN+ Accounts, however, if you allow others to access your Disney+ or ESPN+ Account, this Agreement, and any specific permission you have provided, also applies to their access, use, and disclosure of information."
Therefore, Disney Plus is aware that subscribers may choose to provide their login information to family and friends. The platform's functionality essentially furthers this, as each account can run multiple simultaneous streams from different devices and provides the ability to create up to seven custom profiles.
But, if your account becomes reachable from dozens of devices across multiple geographies, this will likely be flagged as "suspicious activity," which may result in your account being locked or terminated.
Were you too free with your password? You can change it in your account settings and gradually freeze your loved ones. Or, for a much better idea, buy them a Disney Plus gift card for a special circumstance.
How do I add someone to my Disney Plus account?
First, you need to be a paid Disney Plus member. You can check out everything a subscription offers in our guide to Disney Plus costs and the best free deals, but spoiler alert, there's no longer a Disney Plus free trial.
You can then create up to seven user profiles. They each track an individual's viewing history, generate a list of "recommended" titles based on that, and let them create their unique "watch list."
Creating a customized profile for a child, partner, parent or friend is simple. Simply follow the instructions provided below:
- Sign in to your Disney Plus account - opens in a new tab
- Click on your avatar
- Select "Edit profiles"
- Click on the "+" icon "Add profile"
- choose an avatar
- Enter a name for the profile, then choose "Save"
Additional customization includes: disabling/enabling GroupWatch, activating a kid-friendly profile (this only makes TV-Y7FV and G-rated content free), and setting a four-digit profile PIN for added security.
You can delete a profile by clicking "Edit Profiles", choosing the pencil icon under the relevant avatar and choosing "Remove Profile" at the bottom of this page.
On how many devices can you have Disney Plus?
With Disney Plus account sharing, you can watch content on 4 different devices at the same time. That means little ones can enjoy Muppets Now on the smart TV, while Marvel-loving teens kick back and relax with The Falcon and the Winter Soldier on their iPad. If you receive error code thirteen while trying to stream your favorite show, more than 4 people are probably accessing your account at the same time...
Plus, you can download content to ten mobile devices for offline viewing as well. This way, you never have to spend a moment jaded in line at the post office or on your way to work.
As we specified in this Disney Plus devices article, there are many technologies supported by the Disney Plus app, all of which you can use to stream exciting original TV shows like Ms. Marvel and Obi-Wan Kenobi.
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