How to Record Paramount+ (Easiest Ways)

Paramount+ is a popular streaming service offering a wide array of content, including exclusive original series, blockbuster movies, and live sports events. Streaming content is available temporarily, what could be a problem if there are some videos that you desire to watch again and again, even if they are not available anymore. Or it is possible that you will be on the go and want to watch your favorite shows offline. There are many ways how to get Paramount+ movies and shows as video files and we will present you the best Paramount+ recorders.

How to Record Paramount+ with Audials Movie on Windows 11

Audials Movie is an easy-to-use streaming recorder for Windows PCs that will help you to record Paramount Plus as video files fast from the web browsers Chrome, Firefox or Edge.

Step 1: Install and launch Audials Movie

Download and install the Paramount+ recorder Audials Movie on your Windows PC. Open the Video Streaming section. Select the needed video output format at the bottom of Audials Movie, for example MP4.

Step 2: Prepare Audials Movie for recording

Step 3: Audials Movie starts recording and creates a video file

Audials Movie automatically detects the video as soon as it is played back and stops recording when the video ends. When the recording of the video stream is completed the video will be transferred to the Audials playlist on the right side of your screen. You're able to screen record Disney Plus in video file formats like MP4, WMV, AVI, 3GP, WebM or others. The Audials Windows software will tag the file afterward. You can now play the video with Audials or drag and drop it into another application or open it in the Windows explorer to export it.

How to use Audials Movie on Mac

The Paramount Plus recorder Audials Movie can be used on Mac devices equally. However, you will need to install Parallels. Here you will get more information about Audials software on Mac devices.

iTop Screen Recorder for Windows 11

iTop Screen Recorder is a Windows software to record content on your Windows PC at 1x speed. 

Step 1: Download and Install iTop Screen Recorder
 

Step 2: Prepare iTop Screen Recorder

Open iTop Screen Recorder after installation.
Familiarize yourself with the settings. You can choose the recording area, whether to record audio (make sure to select system sound to record the audio from the video), and other preferences such as video quality and format.

Step 3: Open Paramount+

Launch your web browser and go to the Paramount+ website.
Log in to your Paramount+ account.
Navigate to the content you want to record.

Step 4: Configure Recording Settings

Go back to iTop Screen Recorder.
Set the recording frame to either full screen or a specific window depending on your preference.
Ensure that the 'System Sound' is enabled to record the audio from Paramount+.

Step 5: Start Recording

Click on the 'REC' button in iTop Screen Recorder to start recording.
Quickly switch to the browser with Paramount+ and play the content you wish to record.

Step 6: Stop Recording

Once you have finished recording the desired content, return to iTop Screen Recorder and click on the 'Stop' button, which is usually represented by a square icon.
The video will then be saved automatically to your chosen folder.

Step 7: Edit and Save the Video (if necessary)

iTop Screen Recorder may offer basic editing options to trim the recording or add annotations.
After any desired edits, make sure to save the final version of the video.

EaseUS RecExperts

The EaseUS RecExperts screen recorder for Windows and Mac can be used to record Paramount+ and other content at 1x speed. 

Step 1: Install EaseUS RecExperts

Step 2: Prepare EaseUS RecExperts

Open EaseUS RecExperts.
Familiarize yourself with the settings. You can select the recording area (full screen or a specific region), audio settings (ensure system sound is on to record the video's audio), and other preferences such as output format.

Step 3: Prepare Paramount+ Content

Open your web browser and navigate to the Paramount+ website.
Log into your Paramount+ account.
Find the show or movie you wish to record and get it ready to play.

Step 4: Configure Recording Settings in RecExperts

Switch back to EaseUS RecExperts.
Choose the 'Full Screen' or 'Region' option to select the recording area corresponding to where the Paramount+ content will be played.
Make sure 'System Sound' is selected so the audio from the show or movie is captured.

Step 5: Start the Recording

Click the 'REC' button on EaseUS RecExperts to start recording.
Quickly switch over to the browser window with Paramount+ and start playing the video you want to capture.

Step 6: Manage the Recording

While recording, you can pause or resume as necessary using the controls on EaseUS RecExperts.
If you need to annotate or add something to the recording, use the tools provided within the software.

Step 7: Stop and Save the Recording

Once you're done recording, click the 'Stop' button on EaseUS RecExperts.
The software will save the recording and allow you to preview it.
Use the built-in trimming feature to cut any unwanted parts from the start or end of the recording.

Step 8: Save and Edit the Video

After reviewing, save the recording to your preferred location on your computer.
If you need to perform more advanced editing, use the tools available in the software or another video editing application.

Using the Xbox Game Bar as a Paramount Plus Recorder

The Xbox Game Bar on Windows 10 and Windows 11 is a built-in feature primarily designed for recording gameplay, but it can also be used to record other activities on your screen, such as streaming services like Paramount+. Please note that this way to record Paramount Plus does not work for all content. Here's how to record Paramount+ with Xbox Game Bar:

Step 1: Enable Xbox Game Bar

First, make sure the Xbox Game Bar is enabled on your PC. You can check this by going to Settings > Gaming > Xbox Game Bar and ensure the switch is turned on.

Step 2: Open Paramount+ and Prepare Content

Open the Paramount+ app on your PC or navigate to the Paramount+ website using a web browser.
Log in to your account and cue up the show or movie you want to record, but don't start playing it yet.

Step 3: Open Xbox Game Bar

Press the Windows key + G on your keyboard to open the Xbox Game Bar. If it's the first time you're using it, you might have to go through a quick setup process.

Step 4: Set Up Your Recording Parameters

Once the Xbox Game Bar is open, you'll see several widgets. The one you need is the "Capture" widget, which is used to record the screen.
If you don't see the Capture widget, click the 'Widget Menu' button (it looks like a menu with several horizontal lines) and select 'Capture'.

Step 5: Start Recording

To begin recording, click on the 'Start Recording' button in the Capture widget (it has a circle with a dot inside). A small timer and recording symbol will appear to indicate that recording has started.

Step 6: Play Your Paramount+ Content

Quickly switch back to the Paramount+ content and start playing the video. The Xbox Game Bar will continue to record in the background.

Step 7: Stop Recording

When you've finished recording the desired content, you can stop the recording by pressing the Windows key + G to bring up the Xbox Game Bar again and then clicking the 'Stop Recording' button in the Capture widget. Alternatively, you can click the recording timer that appears on the screen while recording.

Step 8: Access Your Recording

Once you stop the recording, a notification will appear telling you that the game clip was recorded. You can click on this notification to view the recording.
If you miss the notification, you can always find your recorded videos by default in the 'Videos' folder, inside a subfolder named 'Captures'.
 

Using the Download Feature of Paramount+ for Subscribers

Downloading videos from the Paramount+ Android or iOS app for offline viewing is a feature available to Paramount+ Showtime subscribers. If it is not important for you to keep the videos permanently on your PC, this will be a good option. A download is deleted automatically after 30 days. If you start playing back the downloaded video, it will expire after 2 days. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to download content within the app:

Step 1: Update the App

Ensure that you have the latest version of the Paramount+ app installed on your device. Update the app if necessary through the App Store on iOS devices or Google Play Store on Android devices.

Step 2: Open the Paramount+ App

Launch the Paramount+ app on your device.

Step 3: Select a Video

Browse through the available content on the Paramount+ app to find a movie or TV show that you want to download.
Not all content is available for download due to licensing agreements, so look for titles that have the download icon, which is usually an arrow pointing downward.

Step 4: Start the Download

Once you have chosen the content, tap on the title to view its details.
Tap on the download icon next to the episode or film you want to download. For TV shows, the download option is typically next to each episode on the show's page.

Step 5: Wait for the Download to Complete

The app will start downloading the selected video to your device. You can track the progress within the app.
The download time will vary based on the size of the file and the speed of your internet connection.

Step 6: Access Downloaded Content

Once the download is complete, navigate to the 'Downloads' section of the app to find your downloaded content.
On most devices, you can access this section from the main menu or profile section.

Step 7: Watch Offline

Tap on the downloaded video in the 'Downloads' section to start watching it offline.
Please note that there might be a limit to how long the content will remain available to watch offline, and some titles may have restrictions on the number of times they can be downloaded.

Conclusion

There are multiple ways how to record Paramount Plus. If you need the videos temporarily for offline watching, it will be sufficient for you to download videos directly from the Paramount+ mobile app. However, you need to be a Paramount+ Showtime subscriber to benefit from the downloading feature. 

If you want to keep your video files permanently even if the content is not available anymore, it is better to use a Paramount+ recorder software like Audials Movie. the latter has the advantage that you do not need to start and stop recording manually. You will get a perfect and clean video file that does not need to be edited with a video cutter. Audials Movie gives you the option to record at high speed, to remove ads and to add subtitles.

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