Some s have noticed that the Paramount+ has original series, with Mayor of Kingstown and The Stand being counted among their productions.
Paramount+ is one of the big streaming services alongside Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Max, Apple TV+, Peacock, Hulu, and Disney+ and is one of the more unique streamers, with access to different content than the other services, at least on a more consistent basis. It's also relatively cheap, with prices beginning at $7.99/month and Paramount+ allows for multiple devices to stream simultaneously. Not all is well atop the blue and white mountain, however, and some s have run into freezing issues with their Paramount+ apps.
Every Reason Paramount+ Keeps Freezing & How To Fix It
There Are Several Common Error Codes Paramount+ s Have Experienced
There are several reasons why Paramount+ may be freezing on s. Like any technology, Paramount+ isn't perfect, and sometimes the solution is as easy as lowering the temperature in the room. Other times, a more technical fix is required. Using a low-powered device can make it difficult to stream as the hardware isn't powerful enough to handle the high-quality 4k video, s can shift down to a lower-quality video resolution. If a device overheats, Paramount+ can freeze, so s should ensure device exhausts are unobstructed and the room isn't too humid.
Another issue could be a slow internet connection if the device is situated far from the router. Moving the router closer to the device should alleviate some problems, or s can upgrade their internet speeds. Sometimes the app just needs a restart, and turning it off and on will work to stop the freezing. The last reason could be that Paramount+ is down. This occasionally happens to all streaming apps and s should always go online first to make sure the issue is not on Paramount's end.
Error Code |
Description |
Resolutions |
|---|---|---|
3200 |
Playback Error (Smart TVs, Gaming Consoles, Comcast devices) |
1. Perform a hard restart of device (unplug for 30 seconds). 2. Relaunch the Paramount+ app. |
3205 |
General Playback Error |
1. Restart device. 2. Force close the Paramount+ app and relaunch it. |
4201, 1200 |
Ad Blocker Interference |
1. Disable ad blockers or browser extensions. 2. Check firewall settings to ensure Paramount+ is not blocked. |
6013 |
Streaming Error on Mobile Devices |
1. Check for firmware updates on your device. 2. Reinstall the Paramount+ app. |
4200, 6040, 6100 |
Streaming Error for Fire TV and Android TV |
1. Clear cache and data for Paramount+. 2. Uninstall and reinstall the Paramount+ app. 3. Check for device and app updates. |
1106, 6999, 3002, 3005, 6290, 6310 |
General Playback Errors |
1. The content may be temporarily unavailable or removed. 2. Try accessing the content later or Paramount+ . 3. Check internet connection. 4. Restart modem/router. 5. Try a different network or device. |
6300, 6330, 6320 |
App not starting with Fire or Android device |
1. Force close device then relaunch Paramount+. 2. Restart device and relaunch Paramount+. 3. Clear cache and app data on TV, then relaunch Paramount+. |
7 |
Chrome Browser on Windows PC Issue |
1. Close and reopen Chrome browser. 2. Restart computer. |
14 |
Running Windows |
1. Restart computer. 2. Ensure operating system is updated. |
103 |
App not starting |
1. Force close device. 2. If using an HDMI cable, connect it to a different port and restart. |
111 |
Computer shut down from power failure |
1. Restart computer. |
114 |
App not streaming |
1. Delete and disable VPN as they are not ed. |
404 |
Freezing |
1. Close and reopen browser. |
3004 |
Freezing |
1. Restart internet modem. |
3301 |
Error screen |
1. Restart browser. 2. Restart device. |
3304 |
App not streaming |
1. Turn off Ad Blocker. 2. If on Chrome, disable Hardware Acceleration in browser's Setting option. 3. Restart computer and relaunch browser. |
5204, 5304 |
App not streaming |
1. Force-close Paramount+ and all applications running in the background. 2. Restart device and relaunch Paramount+. |
"Content Unavailable" |
No content playing |
1. Click "OK" on error page, try and play video again. 2. Close and reopen Paramount+ app. |
"Fatal Error" |
General Error (Xfinity devices) |
1. Check for service outages or known issues on Xfinity’s page or social media. 2. Xfinity for further assistance. |
The above table has specific error codes that s may also experience. Not every error leads to the app freezing, but they generally disrupt the experience in one way or another. The solutions are procured from the Paramount+ help page.
How Will The Skydance Merger Affect Paramount+
Paramount+ Hopes To Merge With Skydance Media In 2025
Paramount+ and Paramount Global are looking to increase earnings, and are considering a merger with Skydance Media as a possible solution (via Deadline). The potential t streaming venture is expected to close in the first half of 2025. Regarding a merger, MoffettNathanson analyst Robert Fishman wrote in a recent note to clients,
"We think Paramount+ has a lot to gain from opting to partner and putting the costly business of going it alone behind it. As a standalone company, we do not think its balance sheet allows Paramount+ to keep investing in the necessary content to reach scale globally."
This merger could potentially offer the most -friendly version of a merged streamer consumers have yet to experience. Instead of switching between apps, like with Hulu and Disney+, Paramount+ and Skydance Media s would find everything in one streamlined app. Large tech deals are never complete until the ink dries, but this could be a boon for Paramount+ and more money on the balance sheet could mean more attention will soon be paid to app freezing issues.
