Where to find your subscriptions on iPhone

Open the Settings app on your iPhone and tap your name at the top of the screen. Then tap Subscriptions. You will see a list of every subscription tied to your Apple ID — apps, services, iCloud storage, Apple Music, and anything else you pay for through the App Store or Apple.

This is the single place Apple keeps all your subscriptions. If you have never looked here, you may find subscriptions you forgot about or stopped using months ago. The list shows what you are paying for, how much each costs, and when the next charge happens.

If you cannot find the Subscriptions option, make sure you are signed into your Apple ID. Go to Settings, scroll down, and look for your name at the very top. If you see "Sign in to your iPhone" instead, you need to sign in first before subscriptions will appear.

Key Takeaways

  • Your iPhone subscriptions are all in one place: Settings > [Your Name] > Subscriptions, not scattered across different apps.
  • The list shows the price, renewal date, and status of each subscription so you can spot ones you no longer use.
  • You can cancel or change any subscription directly from this screen without contacting the app developer.
  • Subscriptions hidden in apps — ones you signed up for inside the app itself rather than through the App Store — will not show here.

What information you see for each subscription

For each subscription, the Settings screen shows the app or service name, the price you pay, and how often you are charged (monthly, yearly, or weekly). It also displays the renewal date — the exact day your next charge will happen. Tap any subscription to see more details, including when you started it and what plan level you are on.

Some subscriptions show a status like "Free Trial" or "Expired". A free trial means you have not been charged yet, but you will be unless you cancel before the trial ends. An expired subscription means the service stopped charging you, usually because you cancelled it or the subscription ended.

How to cancel a subscription you no longer want

Find the subscription in your list and tap it. Then tap Cancel Subscription or Turn Off (the wording varies by app). Confirm the cancellation when prompted. Your access to that service usually stops when ready, though some apps let you keep using it until the current billing period ends.

Cancelling from Settings is permanent and when ready — you do not need to contact the app company or wait for approval. If you change your mind later, you can resubscribe to the same service through the app or the App Store.

Do not assume that deleting an app from your home screen cancels its subscription. Deleting the app icon does nothing to your subscription — it keeps charging you. You must cancel through Settings to stop the charges.

Subscriptions that might not appear in your list

Some apps let you subscribe directly within the app instead of through the App Store. These subscriptions may not show up in your Settings list, even though they are still charging your payment method. To find them, you have to open the app itself and look for an account, settings, or subscription menu inside the app.

Examples include some streaming services, fitness apps, and dating apps that offer their own subscription flow. If you think you have a subscription that is not showing in Settings, open the app, go to its settings or account section, and look for subscription or billing information there.

You can also check your Apple ID billing history to see all charges. Go to Settings > [Your Name] > Media & Purchases > Purchase History. This shows every charge from the App Store, including subscriptions that may not appear in your main subscriptions list.

How to change a subscription plan without cancelling

If you want to keep a subscription but switch to a different plan — for example, upgrading from a basic tier to a premium one — tap the subscription in Settings and then tap Change Plan or Upgrade. Select the new plan and confirm. The price change takes effect on your next billing date.

Downgrading to a cheaper plan usually takes effect when ready, while upgrading may charge you a prorated amount for the remainder of your current billing period. The app will show you the exact charge before you confirm the change.

Checking your billing history for past charges

To see what you have been charged in the past, go to Settings > [Your Name] > Media & Purchases > Purchase History. Tap See All and scroll through your recent charges. This list includes app purchases, subscriptions, and in-app purchases, sorted by date with the most recent first.

If you see a charge you do not recognize, tap it to see which app or service charged you. If the charge is wrong or you did not authorize it, you can report it to Apple. Tap the charge, then tap Report a Problem and describe the issue. Apple will investigate and may refund you.

Setting up reminders before subscriptions renew

iPhone does not have a built-in notification that warns you before a subscription charges. However, you can add the renewal date to your calendar as a reminder. When you are looking at a subscription in Settings, note the renewal date, then open the Calendar app and create an event for that date with a notification set for a few days before.

Alternatively, some subscriptions send you an email reminder before they charge. Check the app's settings to see if you can turn on email notifications. This gives you a chance to cancel before the charge goes through if you have decided you no longer want the service.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I see a subscription in my Settings that I do not remember signing up for?

You may have started a free trial and forgotten about it before the paid period began. Free trials often convert to paid subscriptions automatically unless you cancel. Check the renewal date — if it is coming up soon, cancel now to avoid being charged. If you were charged without your knowledge, report the charge in your Purchase History.

Can I see subscriptions from other family members on my iPhone?

No. Each person's subscriptions are private to their own Apple ID. If you share a family plan, you can see your own subscriptions in your Settings, but not anyone else's. Family members can manage their own subscriptions in their own Settings on their own devices.

What happens to my subscription if I delete the app?

Deleting the app does not cancel the subscription — it keeps charging you. You must cancel through Settings to stop the charges. You can delete the app and keep the subscription active if you want to use it on another device, or cancel the subscription and reinstall the app later if you change your mind.

Can I pause a subscription instead of cancelling it?

Some apps offer a pause or freeze option that temporarily stops charges without cancelling. Look for this option when you tap the subscription in Settings or inside the app itself. Not all subscriptions have this feature — if you do not see it, your only option is to cancel and resubscribe later.

Why is a subscription still charging me after I cancelled it?

Check your Purchase History to see the exact date of the charge. If it happened on or before your cancellation date, it was likely the final charge for the current billing period — some subscriptions charge at the start of the period, not the end. If the charge happened after you cancelled, contact Apple Support with the charge details and your cancellation confirmation.