A practical guide to canceling subscriptions on iOS, Android, and directly with service providers. Covers the three main cancellation methods and what to watch for.

Most subscriptions can be canceled in under two minutes. The process depends on where the subscription was purchased.

Three Cancellation Methods

Subscriptions are billed through one of three channels. Identify which one applies, then follow the steps below.

1. Through Google Play (Android)

If you subscribed via Google Play:

Open Google Play Store
Tap your profile icon, then Payments & subscriptions
Tap Subscriptions
Select the subscription you want to cancel
Tap Cancel subscription
Follow the confirmation prompts

Your access continues until the end of the current billing period.

2. Through the App Store (iOS)

If you subscribed via Apple:

Open Settings on your iPhone or iPad
Tap your name at the top
Tap Subscriptions
Select the subscription
Tap Cancel Subscription

Apple does not issue partial refunds. You keep access until the period ends.

3. Directly With the Service

Some services handle billing themselves (not through app stores). Examples: Netflix, Spotify (web signups), Adobe, gym memberships.

Log into the service's website or app
Find Account, Billing, or Subscription settings
Look for Cancel or Cancel Plan
Complete any confirmation steps
Save the cancellation confirmation email

Check your email for a confirmation. If you do not receive one within 24 hours, contact the service directly.

Common Issues

"I canceled but I'm still being charged." You may have multiple subscriptions to the same service through different channels. Check both your app store subscriptions and the service's own billing page.

"I can't find the cancel button." Some services make cancellation deliberately difficult. Look in Account Settings, not the main app interface. If the app has no cancel option, try the service's website instead.

"Will I lose my data?" Most services keep your data for 30-90 days after cancellation. Check the service's data retention policy before canceling if this matters to you.

Need instructions for a specific service? See our most popular cancel guides: How to Cancel Netflix, How to Cancel Spotify, How to Cancel Disney+, How to Cancel Amazon Prime, and How to Cancel Adobe. You can also learn about The Hidden Cost of Forgotten Subscriptions.

Keep Track of What Stays

After canceling, update your subscription tracker so you have an accurate picture of your remaining costs. ReSubs lets you mark subscriptions as canceled while keeping them in your history for reference.

Track all your subscriptions in one place

Free on iOS and Android. No bank connection required.