Install Prime Video as an App on Windows 10

You can make Prime Video open in its own window on a Windows 10 PC, rather than keeping it in a browser tab. The simplest option is to install the website as an app through Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome; this creates a convenient shortcut but still uses the streaming service online.

What You’ll Need

A Windows 10 PC with an up-to-date version of Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome.
An internet connection and a web browser that can open Prime Video.
An Amazon account with access to Prime Video. Some titles may require a separate purchase, rental, or subscription.
Optional: permission to install apps or create shortcuts, if your PC is managed by an employer or school.

Step-by-Step

Open a supported browser. Start Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome from the Start menu. If neither is available, use a browser already installed on the PC; the install-as-app option varies by browser.
Go to Prime Video. Type primevideo.com in the address bar and press Enter. Check that the address is correct before signing in. If the site redirects you to a regional page, use the page for your location.
Sign in to your account. Select the sign-in option on the page and enter your Amazon account details. Complete any verification requested by Amazon. If you do not have an account, follow Amazon’s account-creation process before continuing.
Install it from Microsoft Edge. With Prime Video open, select the three-dot menu in the upper-right corner. Choose Apps, then Install this site as an app. If that choice is not visible, check the browser’s available menu options or update Edge and reload the page.
Name and confirm the app. Review the suggested name, such as “Prime Video,” and select Install. Edge may then ask whether to pin the app to the taskbar, pin it to Start, or create a desktop shortcut. Choose whichever access points you want and confirm.
Alternatively, install it from Google Chrome. Open Prime Video in Chrome, select the three-dot menu, and look for Install page as app or a similar install option. The wording and availability can vary with Chrome updates. Confirm the installation when prompted. If there is no install choice, use More tools > Create shortcut, check Open as window if offered, and select Create.
Open the new app. Look for Prime Video in the Start menu, on the desktop, or on the taskbar, depending on the options you selected. Launch it and check that it opens in a separate window. You may need to sign in again the first time.
Check playback. Choose a title you can watch and start playback. Confirm that video and audio work, and that the window controls behave as expected. The installed app is a shortcut to the web experience, so an internet connection and a working browser engine are still needed.

Common Mistakes

Looking in Windows settings for an app-store download. Availability of a dedicated Windows app can change. The steps here install the Prime Video website as an app through a browser; they do not install a separate native Windows program.
Using the wrong browser menu. Edge and Chrome place their install and shortcut choices in different menus, and labels can change. Make sure Prime Video is open in the browser before checking its menu.
Creating a bookmark instead of an app window. A bookmark opens in a normal browser tab. Use the browser’s install option, or create a shortcut and select Open as window when that option appears.
Expecting offline viewing automatically. Installing the site does not itself download films or episodes. Do not assume that the browser shortcut supports offline playback.
Thinking every title is included. The catalog and viewing access vary by location and account. A title may require an extra rental, purchase, channel, or subscription.

Tips

Pin the app to the taskbar if you want to launch it quickly. If you skipped that prompt, search for Prime Video in Start and use the available pin option.
Keep Edge or Chrome updated. Since the app is based on the website, browser updates can improve compatibility and may change the install menus.
If you use several Amazon accounts, sign out before signing in with a different one. Check the account shown on Prime Video before starting a rental or purchase.
For a larger picture, use the player’s full-screen control. Press Esc to leave full screen if the player supports it.
If you remove the shortcut, you can still watch by visiting Prime Video in your browser. Removing the app shortcut does not cancel an Amazon subscription.

Troubleshooting

The install option is missing: Reload Prime Video and open the browser menu again. Update the browser, then check whether it offers an install option for the current site. If not, create a desktop shortcut from Chrome’s menu and select Open as window if available. In Edge, check Apps for the site-install choice. A browser policy on a work or school PC may prevent installation; ask the device administrator rather than trying to bypass it.

The app opens in a browser tab: You may have saved a bookmark or created a standard shortcut. Delete that shortcut and repeat the browser’s app-install steps, or recreate the Chrome shortcut with Open as window selected. Menu wording can differ by browser version.

Prime Video will not load or sign in: Open the site in a regular browser tab to see whether the same problem occurs. Check your internet connection, reload the page, and confirm that the browser allows cookies and JavaScript for the site. If the page is stuck, close the app window and reopen it. You can also clear the browser’s cached site data, but this may sign you out and remove saved site preferences.

Playback fails or the screen is blank: Restart the browser and PC, install pending browser updates, and temporarily disable extensions that affect video or scripts. Try playback in a normal browser window to distinguish an app-shortcut issue from a wider browser or account issue. If other sites play video but Prime Video does not, check the service’s help or status information.

The shortcut disappeared: Search for Prime Video in the Start menu. If it is not listed, open the site in Edge or Chrome and install it again. Check the desktop and taskbar too, since Windows may have placed the shortcut somewhere other than expected.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Prime Video a native Windows 10 app after these steps?
No. The browser install creates an app-style shortcut and window for the website. It depends on the browser and internet access.

Can I install Prime Video without Microsoft Store?
Yes. Use the website-install or shortcut feature in Edge or Chrome; these steps do not require a Microsoft Store download.

Can I watch Prime Video offline on Windows 10 this way?
Do not count on it. Installing the website as an app does not add offline downloads. Check the current Prime Video options for your device and account.

Will the app work without an Amazon account?
You can open the site, but you need to sign in to access account-based viewing. What you can watch depends on your account and the title.

How do I uninstall the app shortcut?
In Edge, open Apps and manage or remove the installed site. In Chrome, use the browser’s app management option if available, or remove the shortcut from Start, the desktop, or the taskbar. The exact controls vary by browser version.

Does removing the app cancel Prime membership?
No. Removing a shortcut only removes local access to the website. Manage memberships separately through your Amazon account.

General steps for current mainstream versions; menus can differ by device and version. See the disclaimer or report an error.

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