How to switch from HBO to Max if you are already a subscriber?

Maxnew streaming platform from Warner Bros. Discovery, will arrive in Spain on May 21 to permanently replace HBO Max. The company’s goal is to offer a much broader catalog of content with which to increase its subscriber base. To do this, they will combine content from HBO Max, Discovery+ and Eurosport, as well as add new productions. Max Originals and the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.

This is the second time in three years that the parent company has decided to make sweeping changes to its streaming service. In 2021, there was a transition from HBO to HBO Max. His life was significantly short, as in just a few days he would disappear forever. And your customers may be wondering what they should do if they want to change platforms. Luckily, it’s very easy for them.

As confirmed by the Max team in Spain, those HBO Max customers who have not canceled their subscription will automatically become Max customers. That is, they will not have to carry out any specific movement. Of course, there is a caveat, namely that the transition to the Standard plan will be made automatically. This is especially true for those who take advantage of the 50% discount on lifetime promotion.

Hipertextual was able to confirm that this promotion is here to stay. However, those who want to upgrade from the Standard plan to the Premium plan will have to do it manually. And if they do this, they will lose that promotion that cannot be returned. In this regard, it is worth noting that the Standard Plan includes streaming content in Full HD, support for two devices simultaneously and up to 30 downloads for €9.99 per month or €99.90 per year (half off with HBO Max discount) . The Premium plan streams in 4K and Dolby Atmos, supports up to four simultaneous devices and up to 100 downloads, and costs €13.99 per month or €139 per year.

MAX: Sports kit

Max content will be the same in both subscription plans. But in addition, the company has included an important new feature known as Sports Complement. For an additional cost of €5 per month, customers of both plans will be able to enjoy a variety of sports content. Max will broadcast numerous tests and top level events such as Roland Garros in tennis, the Vuelta a España and Tour de France in cycling, the 24 Hours of Le Mans in motorsport or the UFC including the next fight Ilya Topuriawhich will take place in Madrid in 2025.

You can also see the linear channels Eurosport 1 and Eurosport 2. Of course, the 2024 Olympics are excluded from this add-on plan, which can be enjoyed by all Max subscribers, regardless of whether they are contracted to this sports add-on or not. For everything else, you will need to sign a contract, and remember that you must first have a basic plan: Standard Plan or Premium Plan. To this subscription you will have to add 5 euros per month and it will be limited to the two transfers available in your basic plan.

How will Max be available?

Starting May 21, when you open the HBO Max app on smartphones, tablets, or other devices, you will be required to download Max’s new app. On the other hand, when you access the hbomax.com website, it will be redirected directly to max.com. In both cases, it will be sufficient to re-enter the same current login details.

Luckily for current users, HBO Max profiles, viewing history, listings, and settings will automatically carry over to Max. But what will be excluded are downloads, as well as personalized profile photos, which will no longer be available on the new service.