How to Cancel Apple Subscriptions in 4 Easy Steps (with Photos)

Signing up for a new service through Apple is simple, but when you need to cancel Apple subscriptions things can become tricky unless you know your way around. Whether you’re trying to cancel an add-on for Disney Plus or Apple Arcade, our guide will show you how to end any subscription you’ve added to your Apple Account.

How to Cancel Apple Subscriptions Through Windows

If you have subscriptions through Apple but don’t have an iPhone or iPad, the best way to cancel Apple memberships is by using iTunes. The exception is Apple TV, which you can cancel through a web browser using these steps.

1. Open iTunes

On your PC, click to open up iTunes and enter your account information when prompted. Use the account you signed up for the subscription with.

2. Access Settings

With iTunes open, go to the top menu and click on the Account tab. This opens up a new window with your account information and settings. Scroll to the bottom, and then click on Manage next to subscriptions.

3. Manage Subscriptions

From this menu, you should be able to see any subscriptions you have with Apple under the Active section as shown. Find the subscription you want to cancel and choose Edit.

4. Cancel Subscription

When you click Edit, you’ll see several options for the subscription you’re trying to manage, including the ability to upgrade or cancel. Click on Cancel and follow the instructions until you receive a confirmation that your Apple subscription has been canceled.

Once canceled, you will see an expiration date for the subscription along with an option to renew if you change your mind.

Cancel Apple Subscriptions on Macs

Canceling subscriptions through Apple is simple if you own a Mac. If using a shared computer, just make sure you sign in under the right account beforehand.

1. Open the App Store

Start up your Mac and click to open up the App Store on your computer.

2. Account Settings

With the App Store open, choose your name or sign into your account and then click on Account Settings.

3. Manage Subscriptions

Scroll through the page until you see a section for Subscriptions and click on Manage.

4. Cancel Subscriptions

Locate the subscription you want to change, and click on Cancel to end the subscription through Apple. Repeat the process and follow confirmations for any additional subscriptions you want to cancel.

Cancel Apple Subscriptions on an iPhone or iPad

Sometimes you need to cancel an Apple subscription quickly before it renews. If you aren’t near a PC but have an iPhone or iPad handy, just follow these steps.

1. Open Settings

On your iPhone, iPad or the newer iPod Touch tap to open up the Settings app.

2. Choose your Account

With the settings menu open, tap on your name to open up account settings. From here you’ll see account details and a new section for subscriptions.

3. Choose Subscriptions

Tap on subscriptions to pull up any active memberships tied to your Apple account. You may need to scroll depending on the size of your device and how many active subscriptions you currently have.

4. Cancel the Subscription

From this menu, tap on the subscription you want to cancel and proceed through the confirmation screens. When complete the subscription should be canceled and you’ll see an expiration date for that membership.

When You Can’t Find the Apple Subscription You Want to Cancel

Our steps should allow you to cancel most subscriptions you’ve added on through Apple, but there may be times when you can’t find the membership you want to cancel. If you can’t locate it, there are a few steps you can take.

Are you using the same Apple ID that you used when signing up for a subscription? That could be the issue, especially if you have a family plan. In this case, you’ll need to log in with that Apple ID to cancel the subscription on iTunes, a Mac, or an iPad or iPhone.

If you signed up for the plan through a third-party service, you may not be able to cancel through Apple. You can backtrack by checking your email and credit card statements for billing receipts if you believe this is the case. When all else fails, you can contact Apple Support for assistance with canceling Apple subscriptions.