What is Pluto TV?

Pluto TV is a free ad-supported streaming service — or FAST service — that allows users to watch shows and movies through curated scheduled channels. Paramount Global owns the provider and boasts over 68 million subscribers and counting, as well as partnerships with many nationwide content creators to distribute said content on specialized channels.

How does Pluto TV work?

Pluto TV is accessible through a variety of smart devices and apps. Viewers can start streaming with any of the following:

• CTV devices: This can be a smart TV or any internet-connected television device, including gaming consoles such as PlayStation and Xbox.
• Mobile apps: Pluto TV’s streaming app is available on both Apple and Android mobile devices, as well as Microsoft Windows’ desktop app.
• Web: Viewers can watch Pluto TV from any web-based browser.

What does Pluto TV offer?

Pluto TV offers digital linear-style channels and Pluto-branded channels, as well as a massive library of on-demand TV series and films. With over 250 partnerships with premium content providers, viewers can enjoy a variety of on-demand content from premier channels including Showtime, CBS Sports and more. The platform also offers “Popup” channels — or channels available for a limited amount of time.

Users do not have to create an account to begin streaming, but signing up does come with additional perks. Account users can favorite channels for easy access, pause an on-demand movie or TV show and continue watching from another device, and watch a channel up to four hours ahead of its scheduled time from an iOS, Roku, or Amazon Fire device.

How much is Pluto TV?

Is Pluto TV free? Yes, it is. Pluto TV does not charge users for access to its content. It operates on an ad-supported model, meaning that while users can watch a wide range of programming at no cost, they will encounter advertisements during viewing.

How does advertising on Pluto TV work?

Advertisers are able to purchase ad inventory on Pluto TV using a variety of ad-selling options, including direct media buying and curated marketplaces. Advertisements can be bought via programmatic advertising platforms, with the latest technology available being header bidding. Advertisements available for purchase include in-stream video ads, banner ads and pre-roll video ads.

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