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Plex Ends Free Remote Streaming Access
1 Dec
Summary
- Remote streaming access on Plex will require a subscription starting in 2026.
- Users need a Plex Pass ($6.99/month) or Remote Watch Pass ($1.99/month).
- This change affects all Plex TV apps and third-party clients.
Plex is introducing paid access for remote content streaming, a significant change for its users. As of April 2025, the ability to stream content remotely from a Plex server to devices outside the owner's network began requiring a subscription. Previously, this feature was available at no cost.
For server owners, a Plex Pass subscription, priced at $6.99 per month, is now necessary to grant remote access. Alternatively, individuals accessing another user's server remotely can opt for a Remote Watch Pass at $1.99 per month, which offers fewer features than a full Plex Pass.
This shift will extend to all other Plex TV applications, including those on Fire TV, Apple TV, and Android TV, as well as any third-party clients using the API. The company's stated goal for this monetization strategy is to increase profitability, affecting users who wish to stream their personal media libraries to various devices starting in 2026.
