How to cancel Spotify subscriptions

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The fastest way to cancel your Spotify Premium subscription is at spotify.com/account under Your Plan > Manage Plan > Cancel Premium. If billed through Apple or Google, cancel via their app store settings. Refunds aren’t issued, but you keep Premium until your billing cycle ends.

Quick facts:

  • Where to cancel: spotify.com/account
  • Cutoff/notice: Cancel before the next billing date to avoid renewal
  • Refunds: No refunds for partial months (Spotify Refund Policy)
  • Access after cancel: Premium remains active until the current billing period ends
  • Last verified: October 17, 2025

How to cancel Spotify subscriptions on desktop

  1. Go to spotify.com/account and sign in.
  2. Scroll to Your Plan.
  3. Click Manage Plan.
  4. Select Cancel Premium.
  5. Confirm your cancellation when prompted.
  6. Check your email for a confirmation message from Spotify.

Steps are the same on desktop and mobile browsers.

How to cancel Spotify subscriptions on mobile

Cancel via iOS (Apple App Store)

  1. Open Settings on your iPhone or iPad.
  2. Tap your Apple ID > Subscriptions.
  3. Select Spotify.
  4. Tap Cancel Subscription and confirm.

Cancel via Android (Google Play)

  1. Open the Google Play Store app.
  2. Tap your profile icon > Payments & subscriptions > Subscriptions.
  3. Choose Spotify.
  4. Tap Cancel subscription and confirm.

Cancel inside the Spotify app (if supported)

  1. Open Spotify on your phone.
  2. Go to Settings > Account > Manage your plan.
  3. Tap Cancel Premium.
  4. Follow prompts to confirm.

If you can’t cancel your Spotify subscription

  • Subscribed through a partner (like your phone carrier or internet provider)? Cancel via that provider’s account portal. See Spotify’s Partner Billing page.
  • If you started a free trial via Apple or Google, cancel through that app store.
  • Check your current plan and billing source at spotify.com/account.

What happens after you cancel

  • Premium access continues until the end of the current billing cycle.
  • After cancellation, your account reverts to Spotify Free.
  • Playlists, liked songs, and saved albums remain available.
  • You can re-upgrade anytime at spotify.com/premium.

Troubleshooting

  • No Cancel option? You might be billed through Apple, Google, or a partner.
  • Didn’t get a confirmation email? Check your spam folder or confirm in Account > Your Plan.
  • Refunds? Spotify doesn’t offer refunds for unused time — see Refund Policy.
  • Regional differences: Some countries may require confirming cancellation via email or SMS.

What are good Spotify alternatives

  • Apple Music — Best for Apple device users. From $10.99/month. Deep iOS integration. Visit Apple Music.
  • YouTube Music — Great for music videos and playlists. From $10.99/month. Visit YouTube Music.
  • Amazon Music Unlimited — Ideal for Prime members. From $9.99/month. Visit Amazon Music.
  • Tidal — Best for high-fidelity audio. From $10.99/month. Visit Tidal.
  • Deezer — Broad catalog and personalized Flow feature. From $10.99/month. Visit Deezer.

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