How to cancel App Store and Google Play subscriptions
In-app subscriptions are billed by Apple or Google and must be cancelled in the store, not the app. Steps for iPhone, iPad, Mac and Android, plus refunds.
Updated November 14, 2026 · Not legal advice
The golden rule
A subscription started inside an app (Tinder, Duolingo, ChatGPT, YouTube, games…) is billed by Apple or Google. You cancel it in the store, not in the app — and deleting the app doesn't stop it.
iPhone or iPad
- Open Settings, tap your name, then Subscriptions.
- Pick the subscription and tap Cancel Subscription.
On a Mac: App Store → your name → Account Settings → Subscriptions. More on the Apple page.
Android
- Open Google Play and tap your profile picture.
- Payments & subscriptions → Subscriptions.
- Pick the subscription and tap Cancel subscription.
More on the Google Play page.
When to cancel
At least 24 hours before renewal. For a free trial, you can cancel right away and usually keep access until the trial ends.
Refunds
Apple reviews requests at reportaproblem.apple.com; Google Play lets you request refunds from your order history. Act quickly after an unwanted renewal.
Apps billed this way include Tinder, Duolingo, ChatGPT Plus and YouTube Premium.
FAQ
Why don't I see the subscription in my list?
It may be on another Apple ID or Google account, or billed directly by the company's website.
What else are you paying for?
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