Free Guide to Canceling Your Apple TV Subscription

Understanding Your Apple TV Subscription and How to Cancel

Apple TV+ is a streaming service that costs $9.99 per month for a standard subscription, though Apple occasionally offers promotional pricing or bundled options with other Apple services. Before canceling, it helps to understand what you currently have. Your subscription may be billed directly to your Apple ID, or it might be part of an Apple One bundle that includes iCloud+ storage, Apple Music, and other services. Knowing which type of subscription you have matters because the cancellation steps differ slightly.

Get Your Free SR22 Insurance Information Guide →

When you cancel Apple TV+, you lose access to stream shows and movies immediately, though you may have the option to rejoin within a certain timeframe. Apple does not provide refunds for partial months if you cancel mid-cycle—your service continues until your next billing date. For example, if your billing date is the 15th of each month and you cancel on the 5th, you can still watch until the 15th. After that date, your access stops unless you resubscribe.

You should also know that canceling Apple TV+ does not affect other Apple services you pay for separately. If you have an Apple One bundle, however, canceling Apple TV+ might still charge you the full bundle price, or Apple may adjust your plan automatically. Some users choose to pause their subscription instead of fully canceling if they think they might return soon, though Apple TV+ does not officially offer a pause feature like some other streaming services do.

Practical takeaway: Before canceling, check your billing statement to confirm whether you pay for Apple TV+ individually or as part of a bundle, and note your next billing date so you understand when access will end.

Canceling Apple TV+ Through Your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch

If you use Apple devices, canceling through your iPhone or iPad is straightforward. Start by opening the Settings app and tapping your name at the top of the screen. Next, select "Subscriptions," which displays all active subscriptions tied to your Apple ID. You should see Apple TV+ listed here if you have an active subscription. Tap on Apple TV+ to open its subscription details page.

Free Guide to Connecting Your Dish Remote to TV →

On the Apple TV+ subscription page, you will see a red button labeled "Cancel Subscription" at the bottom. Tap this button and you will be asked to confirm your cancellation. Apple may show you options to continue your subscription or offer a discounted rate to stay, but you can dismiss these prompts. Once you confirm the cancellation, Apple sends a confirmation email to the email address associated with your Apple ID. This email serves as your record of cancellation, so you might want to save it.

The entire process typically takes less than two minutes. Your subscription will remain active until your next billing date, and you will receive a reminder email before that date passes. After your billing date, your access to Apple TV+ stops automatically. If you change your mind within a few minutes of canceling, you can reactivate your subscription by returning to the same Settings menu and selecting Apple TV+ again, then choosing to renew it.

One common issue users encounter is not being able to find the Subscriptions option in Settings. This usually happens if you are using an older version of iOS. If you cannot locate Subscriptions, try updating your device to the latest iOS version first, then repeat the steps above.

Practical takeaway: Use your device's Settings app, navigate to your Apple ID and Subscriptions, find Apple TV+, and tap "Cancel Subscription" to complete the process in minutes.

Canceling Apple TV+ on Mac and Web Browsers

If you prefer to cancel on a computer, you can do so through a Mac or any web browser. The process is nearly identical regardless of which method you choose. On a Mac, open System Preferences (or System Settings on newer versions) and click on your Apple ID, which is typically found at the top of the menu. Select "Subscriptions" from the list of options. You should see Apple TV+ displayed if you have an active subscription.

Get Your Free Face Rejuvenation Tips Guide →

To cancel through a web browser, visit appleid.apple.com and sign in with your Apple ID and password. You may need to complete two-factor authentication if you have it enabled. Once logged in, click on "Subscriptions" from the account menu. This page shows all your active subscriptions, including Apple TV+. Click on "Manage" next to Apple TV+, and then click "Cancel Subscription" on the details page.

Whether you use a Mac or web browser, after clicking "Cancel Subscription," Apple asks you to confirm by selecting a reason for cancellation from a dropdown menu. The reasons typically include options like "I don't use this service," "I'm not satisfied with the content," or "I'm trying to manage my subscriptions." Selecting a reason is required to proceed, though Apple states that your choice does not affect your cancellation—it is purely for feedback purposes. After confirming your reason, click "Done" or "Confirm" to complete the cancellation.

One advantage of canceling through a web browser is that you can access your account from any device with internet access. This is particularly helpful if you are away from home or do not have an Apple device nearby. The confirmation email arrives within minutes of completing the cancellation.

Practical takeaway: Visit appleid.apple.com in any web browser, sign in, navigate to Subscriptions, select Apple TV+, and click "Cancel Subscription" to manage your account from any computer.

Canceling Apple TV+ When It Is Part of an Apple One Bundle

If your Apple TV+ subscription is bundled with other Apple services through Apple One, canceling requires slightly different steps. Apple One is a package that combines Apple TV+, Apple Music, iCloud+ storage, and sometimes Apple Arcade and Apple News+ into a single monthly charge. The most common bundles are Individual ($16.95 per month), Family ($25.95 per month), and Premier ($34.95 per month). If you cancel Apple TV+ from a bundle, you have two options: downgrade your bundle to a lower tier that does not include Apple TV+, or cancel the entire bundle.

Learn How to Install a Rain Barrel Yourself →

When you downgrade your bundle, Apple removes Apple TV+ but keeps your other services active. For example, if you have the Premier bundle, you might downgrade to the Family bundle (which still includes Apple TV+) or to a smaller plan that excludes it entirely. Your billing amount decreases based on which plan you switch to. Apple does not provide prorated refunds if you make this change mid-cycle, but your lower price takes effect on your next billing date.

To change your Apple One bundle, follow the same steps as canceling a regular subscription: go to Settings on your device (or appleid.apple.com on the web), navigate to Subscriptions, and select your Apple One bundle. Choose "Change Subscription" or "Manage Subscription" instead of "Cancel Subscription." You will see options for different tier levels. Select the tier you want and confirm the change. Apple will show you the new billing amount before you finalize.

If you want to cancel Apple TV+ because you are primarily interested in keeping another service from the bundle, canceling the entire bundle and subscribing to just that service may cost less overall. For example, Apple Music alone costs $11.99 per month, which is less than the Individual Apple One bundle at $16.95 per month. Spending time comparing these options before you act can save money in the long run.

Practical takeaway: If you have an Apple One bundle, decide whether to downgrade to a lower bundle tier or cancel entirely, as removing just Apple TV+ may not be possible—you must select a different plan that excludes it.

What Happens After You Cancel and Important Details to Know

After you cancel Apple TV+, your access does not stop immediately in most cases. Instead, you can continue watching until the end of your current billing cycle. If your next billing date is December 15th and you cancel on December 1st, you retain access through December 14th. On December 15th, your access terminates, and you cannot watch any content. This grace period is standard across Apple's subscription services and gives you time to finish watching something before access ends.

Understanding Quiet Signs of Depression Living Alone →

Your watch history, preferences, and saved shows remain associated with your Apple ID, though you cannot access them while your subscription is inactive. If you resubscribe within a reasonable timeframe, Apple may restore these preferences. However, Apple does not guarantee this, so you should not rely on this feature persisting indefinitely. Some