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How to upgrade to an ad-free HBO Max plan

How to upgrade to an ad-free HBO Max plan

Here, we’ll explain the differences between ad-free HBO Max plans, and how to sign up for them.

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HBO Max on a screen with an option to go ad-free

When you’re watching HBO Max, the difference in quality between this streamer’s content and that of some others becomes immediately apparent. Prestige TV is what HBO has done best for decades now, and although plenty has changed for Warner Bros. Discovery in recent years, the consistent desire to make the most cinematic TV possible remains.

One of the few things that can ruin a viewing experience on HBO Max, however, is having to watch the expertly crafted TV shows it offers with commercials. If you think the premium philosophy on display at HBO Max doesn’t leave room for ads and you’re ready to upgrade, we’ll show you how to sign up for an ad-free plan here!

What you need to know about going ad-free on HBO Max

How many ad-free plans does HBO Max have?

HBO Max has two ad-free plans to choose from: its Standard package for $18.49 per month or $185 per year, or the Premium plan for $23 per month or $230 per year.

How to upgrade HBO Max to ad-free

To upgrade to an ad-free HBO Max subscription, click here to log into the HBO Max website. Locate your profile icon (found in the top-right corner on a computer), and find the Subscriptions tab in the drop-down menu that appears when you hover over the icon with your cursor.

Click the Change Your Plan option, and choose the monthly or annual option of the Standard or Premium plan. Click Continue, then follow on-screen prompts to confirm your identity and finish choosing the new ad-free plan that works best for you.

What are the benefits of HBO Max ad-free plans?

In addition to cutting out ads, the Standard plan of HBO Max allows viewers to watch live sports from TNT and TBS with their subscription. Standard subscribers can also download up to 30 HBO Max titles to watch on the go, and stream on up to two devices at once.

Premium customers can upgrade to four simultaneous streams of on-demand entertainment, or two for sports. This plan also includes 4K and Dolby Atmos on select content, and ups the number of downloads available from 30 to 100.g

Can you switch back to HBO Max with ads?

Yes! HBO Max will allow you to change your subscription back to an ad-supported plan if you need to save a little money every month. You can change back to ad-supported HBO Max on a monthly plan at any time by using the steps listed above to make the correction.

HBO Max

HBO Max is a subscription video streaming service that gives access to the full HBO library and exclusive Max Originals. There are hubs for content from TLC, HGTV, Food Network, Discovery, TCM, Cartoon Network, Travel Channel, ID, and more. Watch hit series like “The Last of Us,” “House of the Dragon,” “Succession,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” and more. Within HBO Max, B/R Sports allows users to watch live NBA, MLB, NHL, March Madness, and NASCAR events.

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HBO Max has three tiers: an ad-supported plan for $10.99, an ad-free plan for $18.49, and the ultimate tier that includes 4K for $22.99.

All HBO Max subscribers will get the full libraries of shows like “Friends”, “The Big Bang Theory”, “South Park”, “Fresh Prince of Bel-Air”, “The West Wing”, and more.

You can choose to add HBO Max as a subscription through Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, or other Live TV providers.


David Satin has been a dedicated News Writer at The Streamable since 2022, covering a wide range of stories in the entertainment and streaming industries. With years of experience writing online, David previously worked as a list writer for Screen Rant, where he gained recognition for his extensive coverage of sci-fi and fantasy genres. His ability to break and analyze major stories has made him a trusted voice in the streaming world. Over the course of his career, Satin has become an integral part of The Streamable team, contributing to some of the most impactful stories in the industry.

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