How to Get Rid of Ads on Disney Plus

Alright, quick question: have you ever hit play on a Pixar movie or a Star Wars episode on Disney Plus, got comfy, snacks ready… and then an ad pops up out of nowhere? Yes, kind of ruins the whole mood.

Don’t worry, you’re not doing anything wrong. Disney Plus just, like a lot of other streaming services (looking at you, Hulu and HBO Max), now has ad-supported plans. But if ads aren’t your thing — and let’s be honest, they rarely are — there are a few ways to deal with them without overcomplicating your life. 

In this article, we will check why Disney Plus shows ads in the first place, how the different subscription plans actually work, and what options you have if you want Disney Plus with no ads. 

Let’s get started! :) 

Does Disney Plus Have Ads? 

Understanding Disney+ Ad Tiers

Yes, but only if you picked the cheaper plan. 

At its core, Disney+ runs on a pretty simple setup: an ad-supported plan (cheaper) and a premium plan (no ads). If you went with the lower monthly subscription price, ads will be served during movies and TV shows.

So, Disney Plus basically gives you two options now — pay less and get ads, or pay more and get Disney Plus no ads. Pretty standard deal.

Also, Disney sometimes runs limited-time offers or discounted prices, especially for new or returning subscribers. These deals often push the ad-supported plan first, so it’s easy to sign up quickly and not realize ads are part of the deal.

Here’s the short summary of how it works:

Plan Type	Ads	What You Get
Disney Plus Basic (ad-supported)	Yes	Full library, lower cost, ads during playback
Disney Plus Premium (no ads)	No	Ad-free streaming, Dolby Atmos sound on Disney, better quality
Duo Premium (Disney + Hulu)	Usually no ads on Disney	Hulu may be ad-free or ad-supported depending on plan

Now the annoying part: if you’re on a bundle plan like the Disney Bundle (with Hulu and ESPN), you might still see ads. Even if Disney Plus itself is ad-free, Hulu content or sports on ESPN networks can still run ads.

So yes, sometimes it’s not you — it’s your plan, and this happens to a lot of subscribers.

4 Methods to Get Disney Plus Without Ads

There’s no cheat code, but these four methods are what people actually use. 

Some are super straightforward (like upgrading your plan), while others are more of a “tinker a bit and see what works” kind of deal. Let’s check them all one by one.

Method 1: Upgrade to Disney Plus No Ads Plan

This is the “just fix it and move on” option.

If you upgrade to the premium plan, you get Disney+ with no ads. No tricks, no setup, no weird bugs. You just press play, and it works as it should.

Here’s the trade-off:

Option	Price	Ads	Who It’s For
Ad-supported	Cheap	Yes	If you don’t care about ads
Premium	Higher	No	If ads annoy you (which… they do)
Bundle premium	Mid-high	Mixed	If you want Hulu and ESPN too

If you watch a lot of movies and TV, new releases, and comfort classics, it’s honestly worth it and brings less headache into your life.

Method 2: Use Ad Blockers

If you watch Disney+ in a browser, ad blockers can help reduce ads. For example, the Stands Chrome ad blocker extension is a solid starting point and works across a bunch of sites.

If you’re comparing tools, this guide on Stands Adblocker vs Total Adblock breaks it down in a pretty simple way.

Watching on your phone? A mobile ad blocker browser can help on Android, especially if you prefer a browser instead of the app.

Quick summary:

Setup	Works?	Notes
Browser + ad blocker	Sometimes	Best chance of success
Mobile app	Rarely	Apps are harder to block
Smart TV	Nope	Need other methods

Also, if you’ve ever tried a Hulu adblocker, you already know it’s hit or miss. Same idea here.

Method 3: DNS-Level Ad Blocking for Smart TVs and Devices

This one sounds nerdy, but it’s actually pretty solid if you hate ads everywhere.

Basically, DNS blocking stops ad servers before they even load. So instead of blocking ads on your screen, it blocks them at the network level.

Good for:

• Smart TVs
• Consoles
• Streaming sticks
• Watching via the Hulu app or ESPN on Disney

Here’s the quick breakdown:

Feature	DNS Blocking
Works on apps	Yes
Setup	Medium effort
Blocks everything	No
Worth it	Yeah, if you hate ads globally

It won’t remove every ad (especially in live TV or sports content available through ESPN networks), but it helps more than you’d think.

Method 4: Download Disney+ Content for Offline Ad-Free Viewing

This one’s low-key the easiest hack.

If your plan lets you download stuff, just download your movies or shows and watch offline without ads. Simple as that.

Works great for:

• Flights
• Commuting
• Just not wanting interruptions

Feature	Offline Mode
Ads	No
Internet	Not needed
Devices	Phones/tablets
Effort	Super easy

It’s not a full solution, but for movie nights? Good enough.

Limitations and Considerations When Blocking Disney+ Ads

Alright, quick reality check, so you don’t get frustrated later.

First off, not all ads are created equal. Some are easy to block (like the ones loaded separately in a browser), but others are baked directly into the video stream. That’s especially true for live TV, sports content available through ESPN networks, or select live and linear content. In those cases, even the best tools won’t fully remove ads because they’re part of the stream itself, not something loaded separately.

Second, ad blockers aren’t perfect. Sometimes they work great, other times they can mess with playback. This happens because streaming services are constantly updating how they deliver content, and blockers are always playing catch-up.

Third, those cheaper subscription plans exist for a reason. Ads are what keep the price lower. That’s why you’ll see discounted prices, bundle deals, and savings compared to the then-current regular monthly price. Remove the ads, and usually you’re paying more — it’s just how the business model works.

Also, your setup matters more than you’d think. Watching in a browser with an ad blocker? You’ve got a decent shot at reducing ads. Watching through a smart TV app, gaming console, or the Hulu app? Much harder to control. Different devices = different results.

So yes, you can absolutely reduce ads and improve your viewing experience, but completely removing Disney+ ads without upgrading to a premium plan isn’t always guaranteed.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Why does my Disney Plus Premium still have ads?

Probably because of bundled content. If your plan includes Hulu and ESPN, ads can still show there — even if Disney Plus itself is ad-free.

Can I get rid of Disney Plus ads for free?

Not 100%. You can reduce them with ad blockers or DNS tricks, but the only guaranteed way is paying for the no-ads plan.

Do ad blockers work on Disney Plus apps?

Not really. They work best in browsers. Apps are way harder to block.

Is it legal to block ads on Disney Plus?

Generally, yes, but it might go against their terms. It’s one of those gray areas.

At the end of the day, if you want zero hassle, just upgrade and call it a day. If you don’t mind tinkering, ad blockers and DNS setups can get you pretty close. Either way, fewer ads = better binge sessions, and that’s really the whole point.