All too often, advertisements take up large amounts of valuable screen real estate on streaming services like Hulu. Not only are they taking up space that could be used for content, but they also can get annoying very quickly.
Luckily, there is a way to remove all ads from Hulu completely! Here we will go over all of the steps step-by-step so you can do it yourself!
Removing Advertisements From Hulu
This article will help you remove all types of commercials including:
Native ad spots
Product placement videos
Video insertions
Full length sponsored movies or shows
We will also look at some ways to make sure this process works even if you use another service as your main source of entertainment.
Second, you need to delete your Hulu account
While some people may still use Hulu for its TV streaming services or as an easy way to access free content, most people now use it as an advertisement platform.
Ads are advertisements that contain messages and/or calls to action (CTAs) for a product or service. Companies pay advertisers to place their ads next to other content so that users will see them and thus be influenced to buy the products they advertise.
By deleting your Hulu account completely, you can stop receiving advertising revenue and reward Hulu with no money from advertisers. You also prevent yourself from being able to re-subscribe to the service later!
Removing your data from Hulu is one of the best ways to remove all traces of the site from your life. You can do this by clicking “I unsubscribe” at the top right corner of every page or using our guide here to manually purge everything. Make sure to quickly click through both options otherwise your information will not be removed instantly and could end up being sold or used for malicious purposes.
Third, you need to tell your friends and family that you removed your account
Unfortunately, this will not work if you are still using the free version of the service. If you find that there is still an ad or two floating around the screen, do not worry! You can simply go onto their website directly and create an account.
This works because when you initially created your Hulu user name and password, they were connected to the paid service.
Fourth, you can buy a ad-free subscription
Many people now purchase an AdFree subscription to streaming services like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Hulu. You get all of the perks of having a paid service with no advertisements at all!
This is probably one of the best ways to remove ads from Hulu because it costs nothing extra. You will still need to pay for your premium account though, which typically is around $8-$12 per month depending on how much content you watch.
You should definitely check out this option if you are very invested in watching TV and movies via streaming.
Fifth, you can use a ad blocker
While not free, there are some ways to remove ads from Hulu without using an app or tool. Some people have been doing this for years by either purchasing or finding a way to use their own browser (which is what we will do here) or downloading an additional software program that removes the advertisements.
A third option is to simply go onto hulu.com/adfree and create an account. You can then choose whether to pay per month to watch unrestricted content or if you only want certain features, such as Channels, you can purchase those separately.
This article will focus more on the first two options, how to remove ads via your internet browser and through an extension! so let’s get started.
Sixth, you can sign up for a premium Hulu account
A premium Hulu account is typically way more expensive than our free option. This comes with all sorts of features such as having unlimited access to TV shows and movies, no advertising, and additional tools to manage your account.
There are several ways to get a premium Hulu account including through an annual subscription or monthly subscriptions that add onto the cost of the movie or show pack you want to watch.
Seventh, you can report ads that are not appropriate
If you find an ad annoying or inappropriate, you have several options to remove it.
The first is to contact advertisers directly and let them know about the ad and why you found it offensive. You should always check out our list of best free apps before contacting anyone!
You can also join groups online where people talk about how to help other users get rid of advertising and/or junk videos in YouTube and other sites. There are many such groups already and more being formed all the time, so do some research to see if there’s one close to you.
And lastly, you can leave reviews for different companies and services to influence their future advertisements or marketing strategies. While this isn’t necessarily going after a company personally, by leaving your review you will probably gain their attention as they watch your comments.
Eighth, consider donating to Hulu
Even though streaming services like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Hulu have you pay per month for their subscriptions, they also offer ad-free versions.
Most people know that you can get an ad free version of most major streaming sites by paying either monthly or yearly. But what many don’t realize is that some paid tiers actually remove all ads!
Donating to Hulu is one of the best ways to enjoy completely ad-free Hulu Plus or Hulu with Live TV. Both cost $11.99 per month, making it worth it!
You will still be able to stream videos and access the apps, but there won’t be any advertisements. More than half of Hulu users donate around $100 annually, which gives you plenty of time to catch your favorite show without being interrupted.
And while this may sound expensive, it really isn’t if you compare it to the cost of cable television. Many individuals spend far more money each month on televisions and home theater equipment than they do on entertainment.
How to Make a Donation
The easiest way to give to Hulu is through the app. Simply search “Give via Hulu” in the Google Play store or click here to do so directly from Android Central. You’ll then have the option to make a donation within the app or online at hulu.com/give.
On iOS devices, tap “HULU APP STORE,” scroll down and look under “SHOP.
Ninth, consider switching to another streaming service
There are many great alternatives to watch TV including free ones like YouTube and Netflix. You may try one of these out for a few weeks to see if they fit your entertainment needs better than Hulu!
Some people feel that paying for an ad-supported streaming service is worth it because you get more features, but we believe that this depends on what kind of person you are.
If you enjoy being distracted by advertisements every five minutes, then yes, paid services have additional benefits. But if you value quality content that does not include advertisements, we recommend looking into some free options first.
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