Cancel PlayStation Plus directly from your console or account settings
You can cancel PlayStation Plus through your PS4 or PS5 console, through the PlayStation website, or through your payment method's account settings. The fastest route is usually your console: go to Settings, select Users and Accounts, choose your profile, then Subscriptions, find PlayStation Plus, and select Cancel Subscription. On the website, sign into your PlayStation Network account, go to Account Settings, then Subscriptions, and choose to cancel from there. You will see your current billing date and when your subscription ends — cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing period, not when ready.
If you subscribed through Apple, Google Play, or Amazon, you must cancel through that service instead of PlayStation directly. Apple users go to Settings > [Your Name] > Subscriptions > PlayStation Plus > Cancel Subscription. Google Play users open the Play Store app, tap their profile icon, select Subscriptions, choose PlayStation Plus, and tap Cancel Subscription. Amazon Prime members who bundled PlayStation Plus with Prime Gaming need to manage that through their Amazon account settings under Memberships and Subscriptions.
Key Takeaways
- Cancellation through your PS4, PS5, or PlayStation Network account takes effect at the end of your current billing period, not right away.
- If you subscribed through Apple, Google Play, or Amazon, you must cancel through that service's app or website, not through PlayStation.
- You will keep access to PlayStation Plus games and online play until your billing period ends, even after you cancel.
- Restarting your subscription later is straightforward — you can renew at any time without penalty or loss of your saved data.
What happens to your games and data after cancellation
Your PlayStation Plus games remain tied to your account, but you lose the ability to play them once your subscription ends. Any games you downloaded through PlayStation Plus will no longer launch unless you own them separately. Your saved game files stay on your console and in PlayStation Cloud Storage, so you can pick up where you left off if you restart your subscription later. You will also lose access to online multiplayer, cloud saves, and the monthly games PlayStation adds to the service.
If you own games outright — games you purchased rather than accessed through PlayStation Plus — those continue to work normally. Your profile, trophies, and account history remain unchanged. The only thing that stops working is the subscription benefit itself.
Cancelling a subscription you no longer recognize
If you see a PlayStation Plus charge you did not authorize, check whether someone else on your console has an active subscription. On PS4 and PS5, go to Settings > Users and Accounts and look at each user profile's subscription status. If the subscription belongs to a different user, ask that person to cancel it themselves, or remove their profile from your console if they no longer use it.
If the charge is fraudulent or you cannot find the subscription in your account, contact PlayStation Support directly. Have your account email, the date of the charge, and your transaction ID ready. PlayStation Support can review the charge, cancel unauthorized subscriptions, and process refunds if the charge was made without your permission. You can reach them through the PlayStation website's support section or through your console's help menu.
Stopping automatic renewal without cancelling when ready
If you want to keep PlayStation Plus active now but do not want it to renew automatically next month, you can turn off auto-renewal while keeping your current subscription active. On your console, go to Settings > Users and Accounts > Account > Subscriptions > PlayStation Plus, then toggle off Automatic Renewal. On the PlayStation website, go to Account Settings > Subscriptions > PlayStation Plus and uncheck the auto-renewal box. Your subscription will continue until the current billing period ends, then stop without charging you again.
This option is useful if you want to use PlayStation Plus for a specific game or event but do not plan to keep it long-term. You will receive a reminder before your subscription expires, giving you the chance to turn auto-renewal back on if you change your mind.
Restarting PlayStation Plus after you cancel
You can restart your PlayStation Plus subscription at any time without losing your account, saved games, or trophies. straightforward go back to the subscription page on your console or the PlayStation website and choose to renew. You will be charged for a new subscription period starting when ready. If you had a free trial before, you will not receive another free trial — you will be charged the standard monthly or annual rate.
Your saved games and cloud saves remain available even while your subscription is inactive, so there is no rush to renew if you are taking a break. When you restart, you will regain access to online multiplayer, PlayStation Plus games, and cloud backup when ready.
Checking your billing history and past charges
To see all your PlayStation Plus charges and billing history, sign into your PlayStation Network account on the website, go to Account Settings, then Billing, and select Transaction History. You will see every charge, the date it was processed, and the amount. This is also where you can update your payment method if your card is expiring or you want to use a different card for future charges.
If you see a charge you do not recognize or believe was made in error, select that transaction and choose Report a Problem. PlayStation Support will investigate and can issue a refund if the charge was unauthorized. Keep your transaction ID handy when you contact support — it speeds up the process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I lose my games when ready after I cancel?
No. You keep access to your PlayStation Plus games and online play until the end of your current billing period. After that date passes, the games stop launching and online multiplayer becomes unavailable. Your saved files remain on your console.
Can I get a refund if I just subscribed?
PlayStation's refund policy depends on how long ago you subscribed and whether you have used the service. Subscriptions within 14 days of purchase may be refundable, but this varies. Contact PlayStation Support with your transaction ID and they will review your account to see if a refund is possible.
What if my payment method is expired but I want to keep my subscription?
Update your payment method in Account Settings > Billing before your next billing date. PlayStation will send you a reminder when your card is about to expire. If the charge fails because your payment method is invalid, your subscription will be suspended until you add a working card.
Can I cancel just one month instead of the whole year?
If you have an annual subscription, you cannot downgrade to monthly without cancelling and restarting. Cancel your annual plan, wait for it to expire, then restart with a monthly subscription. You will not be charged for the unused portion of your annual plan.
Will cancelling PlayStation Plus affect my PlayStation Network account?
No. Cancelling PlayStation Plus only stops the subscription service. Your PSN account, profile, friends list, and all your purchased games remain active and unchanged.