How to Record Amazon Prime Video with OBS [No Black Screen]

Can I Record Amazon Prime Video with OBS

Yes, but there's a catch. OBS Studio can record your screen, including Prime Video, only if you disable certain browser settings. Amazon uses DRM protection to prevent unauthorized copying. This often results in a black screen when trying to record with basic screen capture tools.

To successfully record Prime Video using OBS, you'll need to disable hardware acceleration and properly configure your OBS settings. For users who want an easier solution, we also introduce EaseUS RecExperts, which avoids black screens with its Black Screen Fix mode.

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How to Record Amazon Prime Video with OBS Studio

Acronym for Open Broadcaster Software, OBS Studio is a free and open-source screen recorder with more appealing features that can help you rip movies, save shows, and record Amazon Prime videos on Windows, Mac, or Linux operating systems.

🚩How to screen record on Prime Video using OBS:

Part 1. Disable Hardware Acceleration in Browsers

Disabling hardware acceleration in your browser helps avoid the black screen issue.

• For Chrome: Open Settings > System and disable Use graphics acceleration when available.
• For Firefox: Open Settings > General > Performance, uncheck Use Recommended Performance and Use hardware acceleration.
• For Edge: Open Settings > System and Performance and stop Use hardware acceleration.

Part 2. Steps to Record Prime Video with OBS

Make sure you have installed OBS on your computer and follow the steps below.

Step 1. Launch OBS > Click the + icon under Sources > Select Display Capture > Name it > Click OK.

Step 2. Go to Settings > Adjust Output, Audio, and Video parameters based on your system.

Step 3. Click Start Recording. Play the Amazon Prime Video you want to record.

Step 4. Click Stop Recording when done. The recorded video will be saved to your default OBS folder. You can watch it anytime.

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How to Screen Record Amazon Prime Video Without Black Screens🔥

✅Best for:

• Non-tech users
• Anyone who wants to record protected Prime Video without hassle
• People needing video editing, scheduling, and format customization

OBS isn't always foolproof. Try another DRM screen recorder if you're struggling with black screens or want a more beginner-friendly tool. In this scenario, EaseUS RecExperts can help you screen record protected videos without a black screen from Prime Video and other streaming services.

To be more precise, the Black Screen Fix feature can help you access DRM-protected content to copy and record videos from Amazon Prime Video directly.

Please ensure your captured Amazon Prime video recordings are for personal rather than commercial use.

⭐Key Features:

• Record DRM-protected streaming video without black screens
• Full-screen & region recording, auto-stop, scheduler, format converter
• Export to MP4, MOV, MKV, and more (no watermark)
• Built-in Black Screen Fix Mode for platforms like Prime Video, Netflix, Hulu, YouTube, etc.

🚩How to record Amazon Prime videos without black screens via EaseUS RecExperts:

Step 1. Launch the EaseUS RecExperts, and click the downward triangle to find the "Enhanced mode" button that looks like a small TV on the left panel.

Step 2. Select to record the webcam, system sound, or the microphone. You can see popular streaming sites in this interface, including YouTube, Netflix, Vimeo, Amazon Prime, Disney, Hulu, etc. Then, click a site, and you will be lead to its official website.

Step 3. Go back to EaseUS RecExperts and click the "REC" to proceed. The recording will start after a 3-second countdown. You can see a task bar on your screen. Choose the corresponding button on it to pause or stop the recording.

Step 4. When the recording is over, you will be lead to the preview interface where you can view and edit the recorded videos. Here you can eidt, take screenshots from the recording, or, adjust the volume and playback speed as you like.

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Bonus tips: Can I Download a Prime Video to Watch Offline

Of course, Prime subscribed members can download TV shows and movies to your iOS or Android device. Please refer to the corresponding steps.

Step 1. Download and install the Amazon Prime Video app > sign in to your Amazon account with the correct email and passcode. You may receive a 6-digit verification code via email or text if asked to get authentication.

Step 2. Configure download settings

1️⃣For iPhone: open Settings > click the three-dot icon > select Streaming & Downloading > choose Download Quality > set your preferred download quality.

• If needed, you can enable the Allow the highest quality when on Wi-Fi option because it can automatically download videos in the Best quality with good Internet.

2️⃣For Android: go to Settings > click Stream & Download > select Download Quality to choose a downloaded quality you'd like to have.

• Please note that the Always Ask option is on Android devices and is turned on by default. That is to say, you can change or verify the quality whenever you download a video from the Amazon Prime Video app.

Step 3. Locate your targeted movies > click the Download button to get it.

In addition, you can also download a whole season or a particular episode of a TV show by clicking the Download button.

Conclusion

How to record Amazon Prime Video with OBS? Please go to the first part to find the corresponding steps. Nevertheless, suppose you're unfamiliar with OBS Studio or prefer a more straightforward third-party tool. EaseUS RecExperts might be your top choice due to its powerful features, easy-to-follow operating steps, and intuitive GUI. Want to enjoy its features? Download it now!

🚩Here's a quick comparis between OBS and EaseUS RecExperts:

FAQs about Amazon Prime Video

This section lists several relevant topics about Amazon Prime Video because it is one of the most frequently used streaming services.

1. Can you screen record Amazon Prime on iPhone/Android?

Of course, you can.

For iPhone: Please scroll down from the top-right corner of your iPhone > open its built-in video recorder > play your desired Amazon Prime video > Press the Screen Recording button to begin Prime Video recording.

For Android: Open your Screen recorder > find the Screen Recording option > view the Amazon Prime video you want to record > press the Start recording button.

2. How to rip videos with Amazon Prime Video Ripper?

PlayOn Cloud is an easy-to-use Amazon Prime Video ripper that can download full HD videos from various video-sharing websites. It allows you to download high-quality videos as long as the original video has a high resolution.

Step 1. Launch the PlayOn Cloud app on your iPhone or Android > create an account and start the free trial.

Step 2. Under the Channels tab, click the Prime Video channel > select the Amazon Prime Video you want > click Record All to download the entire season.

Step 3. After recording, go to the Recordings tab to find your captured Amazon Prime video recordings.

3. Does Amazon Prime prevent screen recording?

No, you cannot record Prime videos directly because Amazon has used DRM (Digital Rights Management) to prevent all streaming videos from being recorded, duplicated, or downloaded without purchasing or subscribing to an Amazon Prime subscription.

4. Why does OBS record a black screen on Prime Video?

Amazon uses DRM protection which prevents most screen recorders from capturing video content. OBS can bypass this only if you disable browser hardware acceleration.

5. Is it legal to record Prime Video for personal use?

This depends on your country's laws. In general, recording for personal use without distribution may be tolerated, but you should always check the local legal framework and Amazon's Terms of Service.

6. Can I record Prime Video on mobile devices?

Yes. Both Android and iOS have built-in screen recorders. However, they might also suffer from black screen issues due to DRM.

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