Where to find and cancel your Apple subscriptions

Apple subscriptions cancel through your account settings, not through the app itself. The steps differ slightly depending on whether you use an iPhone, Mac, or web browser, but all three routes lead to the same subscription list. You cannot cancel an Apple subscription by deleting the app — the charge will continue until you remove it from your account.

On iPhone or iPad, open Settings, tap your name at the top, select Subscriptions, find the subscription you want to cancel, and tap Cancel Subscription. On a Mac, go to System Settings (or System Preferences on older versions), click your name, select Subscriptions, and click the subscription you want to remove. On the web, visit appleid.apple.com, click Subscriptions, and click Edit next to the one you want to cancel.

Apple will ask you to confirm the cancellation and may offer you a discount to keep the subscription. You can decline the offer and proceed with cancellation. Your access continues until the current billing period ends — Apple does not refund the portion of the month you have already paid.

Key Takeaways

  • Cancel Apple subscriptions through Settings on iPhone or Mac, or through appleid.apple.com on the web — not by deleting the app.
  • Your subscription remains active until the end of your current billing period, even after you cancel.
  • Apple may offer a discount to keep your subscription, but you can decline and complete the cancellation.
  • If you are charged after cancellation, contact Apple Support with your receipt and request a refund within 90 days.
  • Subscriptions purchased through the App Store, Apple Music, iCloud+, and Apple TV+ all cancel through the same account settings.

Canceling on iPhone or iPad

Open the Settings app and tap your name at the very top of the screen. This opens your Apple ID account page. Scroll down and tap Subscriptions — you will see a list of every active subscription tied to your Apple ID.

Find the subscription you want to cancel and tap it. The next screen shows your billing date, the price you pay, and a button labeled Cancel Subscription at the bottom. Tap that button. Apple will show you a confirmation screen asking why you are canceling and may offer a discounted rate to keep the subscription. You can select a reason or skip it, then tap Confirm Cancellation to finish.

After you cancel, the subscription remains active until your next billing date. You will receive a confirmation email from Apple. If you change your mind before the billing date, you can resubscribe to the same service through the same Settings menu.

Canceling on Mac

On a Mac running macOS Ventura or newer, open System Settings and click your name in the sidebar (or at the top of the window). Click Subscriptions. On older Macs running macOS Monterey or earlier, open System Preferences instead and follow the same path.

Find the subscription you want to remove and click it. A details panel opens showing your billing information. Click the Edit button, then click Cancel Subscription. Confirm your choice on the next screen. Like iPhone, your subscription stays active through the end of your current billing cycle.

Canceling through the web

Visit appleid.apple.com in any web browser and sign in with your Apple ID. Click Subscriptions in the left sidebar. You will see all active subscriptions tied to your account.

Click Edit next to the subscription you want to cancel. A menu appears with options to change your payment method, billing address, or cancel. Click Cancel Subscription, confirm your choice, and the cancellation is complete. This method works on any device with a web browser, including Windows computers and Android phones.

What happens after you cancel

Your subscription stops renewing after the current billing period ends. You keep access to the service — whether that is iCloud+ storage, Apple Music, Apple TV+, or a third-party app — until that date arrives. Apple sends a confirmation email showing your cancellation date.

If you are charged after your cancellation date, or if you cancel but are still charged, contact Apple Support through appleid.apple.com or the Apple Support app. You can request a refund for charges made within the last 90 days. Have your receipt ready and explain that you canceled the subscription. Apple typically processes refunds within 5 to 10 business days.

Resubscribing to the same service

If you cancel a subscription and later want it back, you can resubscribe through the same Settings or web menu. Your data — such as saved preferences, watch history, or library — may or may not carry over depending on the service. Apple Music and Apple TV+ preserve your data for 30 days after cancellation, so resubscribing within that window restores your previous setup.

Some services offer free trial periods when you resubscribe. Check the subscription details before confirming to see whether a trial is available. If you canceled because of cost, look for promotions or family plans that might lower your monthly charge.

Managing multiple subscriptions and family sharing

If you share an Apple ID with family members through Family Sharing, each person can manage their own subscriptions through their individual Apple ID. Subscriptions purchased under your Apple ID appear only in your account settings, not in anyone else's.

If a family member purchased a subscription under your shared family organizer account, you can cancel it from your account settings, but they will lose access. To avoid confusion, ask family members to use their own Apple IDs for purchases. If you manage a family plan — such as Apple Music Family or Apple TV+ with multiple users — canceling the plan removes access for everyone on it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I get a refund when I cancel an Apple subscription?

No, Apple does not refund the portion of your current billing period that remains. Your subscription stays active until the next billing date. If you were charged in error or after you canceled, contact Apple Support within 90 days and request a refund with your receipt.

Will I lose my data if I cancel a subscription?

It depends on the service. Apple Music and Apple TV+ save your preferences and watch history for 30 days after cancellation. iCloud+ subscriptions delete your data when ready if you drop below the free storage limit. Check the specific service's policy before canceling if your data matters to you.

Can I cancel an Apple subscription purchased through the App Store?

Yes. All subscriptions — whether purchased through Apple Music, Apple TV+, iCloud+, or third-party apps in the App Store — cancel through the same Subscriptions menu in your account settings. The cancellation process is identical regardless of where you bought it.

What if I cancel but still get charged?

Contact Apple Support through appleid.apple.com, the Apple Support app, or by calling Apple directly. Provide your receipt and explain that you canceled the subscription. Apple can refund charges made within 90 days and help you confirm the subscription is actually canceled.

Can I pause an Apple subscription instead of canceling it?

Apple does not offer a pause feature for most subscriptions. Your options are to keep paying or cancel. Some services like Apple Music offer family plans at a lower per-person cost if you want to reduce your bill without canceling entirely.