Removing unwatched or unwanted movies from your “My Stuff” section on Prime Video can seem trickier than it should be. Unlike deleting from a watchlist, removing content from “My Stuff” requires a slightly different process, focused on un-following or removing the title from your purchases or rentals. This guide will walk you through the precise steps to clean up your “My Stuff” and keep your Prime Video library organized.
Understanding “My Stuff” on Prime Video
“My Stuff” is essentially a personalized hub within Prime Video where you can find content you’ve indicated an interest in, including purchases, rentals, movies added from channels, and shows you’ve decided to “follow.” It differs from your watchlist, which primarily holds movies and shows you intend to watch later. To effectively manage your “My Stuff,” it’s crucial to understand how content lands there in the first place.
Where Does Content in “My Stuff” Come From?
Content appears in “My Stuff” for several reasons:
- Purchases and Rentals: Any movie or TV show you buy or rent will automatically appear in your “My Stuff” library.
- Following Titles: Prime Video allows you to “follow” movies and TV shows. This adds them to your “My Stuff,” keeping you updated on new episodes or releases.
- Channel Subscriptions: Content from channels you subscribe to (e.g., HBO Max through Prime Video) is accessible through “My Stuff.”
- Previously Watched: Some content you’ve started watching might also appear here, especially if you haven’t explicitly removed it.
Deleting Movies from “My Stuff”: Step-by-Step
The exact method for removing a movie from your “My Stuff” depends on how it got there in the first place. Let’s break down the process based on content type.
Removing Purchased or Rented Movies
This is perhaps the most important distinction. You cannot permanently delete purchased or rented movies from “My Stuff” in the same way you might delete a file from your computer. These purchases are tied to your Amazon account. However, you can hide them.
Steps to Hide Purchases/Rentals (Web Browser):
- Go to Amazon.com: Log into your Amazon account.
- Navigate to “Your Account”: Click on “Account & Lists” in the top right corner.
- Find “Digital Content and Devices”: Scroll down and click on “Digital Content and Devices”.
- Select “Videos”: Choose the “Videos” tab.
- Find the Movie: Locate the movie you want to remove.
- Click the Three Dots: Click the three dots (ellipsis) next to the movie’s title.
- Select “Hide this Video”: Choose “Hide this Video” from the dropdown menu.
Important Note: This process hides the movie. It doesn’t delete it. You can still access it if you specifically search for it, or if you unhide it through the same menu.
Mobile App Method:
The mobile app doesn’t offer a direct “hide” function. The process is similar to the web browser method, requiring you to access the “Digital Content and Devices” section through a web browser on your mobile device.
Removing “Followed” Movies
If you’ve “followed” a movie, removing it is straightforward.
Steps to Unfollow a Movie:
- Open Prime Video: Launch the Prime Video app or access it through a web browser.
- Go to “My Stuff”: Navigate to the “My Stuff” section.
- Find the Movie: Locate the movie you want to remove.
- Check for “Following”: If you are following the movie, there will typically be a “Following” indicator (often a checkmark or a star with the word “Following”).
- Click “Following”: Click on the “Following” button. This will toggle it off, and the movie will be removed from your “My Stuff” list. The wording will likely change to “Follow”.
Removing Content from Channel Subscriptions
Content associated with channel subscriptions is linked to your active subscription. To remove this content from “My Stuff,” you essentially need to manage your channel subscriptions.
Steps to Manage Channel Subscriptions:
- Go to Amazon.com: Log into your Amazon account.
- Navigate to “Account & Lists”: Click on “Account & Lists” in the top right corner.
- Find “Memberships & Subscriptions”: Click on “Memberships & Subscriptions.”
- Locate Your Prime Video Channels: Find your Prime Video channel subscriptions (e.g., HBO Max, Showtime).
- Cancel the Subscription (If Desired): If you want to remove all content from that channel, cancel the subscription. Alternatively, if you maintain the subscription, the content will remain accessible through “My Stuff.”
Important Note: Even after cancelling a channel subscription, content may remain in “My Stuff” for a short period. This is usually temporary and will resolve itself within a few days. Removing specific titles within the channel’s content typically isn’t possible; you’re managing the channel as a whole.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
Sometimes, removing content from “My Stuff” doesn’t go as smoothly as planned. Here are some common issues and solutions.
Content Persists After Following Steps
If a movie remains in “My Stuff” after you’ve unfollowed it or hidden it, try these steps:
- Refresh the Page/App: Simply refreshing the page or closing and reopening the Prime Video app can often resolve the issue.
- Clear Cache and Data: Clearing the cache and data of the Prime Video app can sometimes force a refresh of your library.
- Check for Duplicates: Ensure you haven’t added the movie to your watchlist or followed it under a slightly different title (e.g., “The Movie” vs. “The Movie (2023)”).
- Contact Amazon Support: If all else fails, contact Amazon Prime Video support for assistance.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are some commonly asked questions about deleting movies from “My Stuff” on Prime Video:
1. Can I permanently delete purchased movies from Prime Video?
No, you cannot permanently delete purchased or rented movies from your Amazon account. You can only hide them from view within “My Stuff”.
2. How long does it take for content to disappear from “My Stuff” after unfollowing or hiding it?
Typically, it should disappear almost immediately after refreshing the page or app. However, in some cases, it may take up to 24 hours.
3. Does hiding a movie also remove it from my viewing history?
No, hiding a movie only removes it from “My Stuff”. Your viewing history is a separate feature.
4. Can I hide multiple movies at once, or do I have to do it one by one?
Unfortunately, you have to hide purchased or rented movies one by one using the “Digital Content and Devices” method.
5. If I hide a movie, can I still watch it later?
Yes, you can still watch hidden movies. You can find them by searching for the title or by unhiding them through the “Digital Content and Devices” section.
6. Will hiding a movie from “My Stuff” also hide it from other devices linked to my Amazon account?
Yes, hiding a movie affects all devices linked to the same Amazon account.
7. I canceled a Prime Video channel subscription, but the content is still showing up. Why?
It can take a few days for the system to fully update after cancelling a channel subscription. The content should eventually disappear from “My Stuff”.
8. Is there a way to prevent movies from automatically adding to “My Stuff”?
You can avoid adding content by being mindful of your “following” actions. Be careful about clicking “Follow” on movies and TV shows unless you genuinely want them in your “My Stuff” list.
9. What is the difference between “My Stuff” and “Watchlist” on Prime Video?
“My Stuff” includes purchased, rented, followed, and channel subscription content. “Watchlist” is solely for movies and shows you intend to watch later.
10. Can I sort the movies in “My Stuff”?
Prime Video offers limited sorting options within “My Stuff”. You can usually sort by Recently Added, Title, or Date Watched, but the availability of options may vary by device.
11. I’m using a shared Amazon account. Will hiding movies affect other users?
Yes, if you hide a movie on a shared account, it will be hidden for all users of that account.
12. Why can’t I find the three dots to hide a movie on the Prime Video app?
The “hide” function isn’t available directly within the Prime Video app. You need to access your “Digital Content and Devices” through a web browser (on your phone or computer) to find the three dots and hide the video.