How to cancel Spotify on any device
You can cancel Spotify through your account settings on a computer, phone, or tablet. The steps are the same whether you use iOS, Android, or a web browser. Spotify does not charge a cancellation fee, and your access stops at the end of your current billing cycle — you keep your account until that date arrives.
On a computer, go to spotify.com, sign in, and click your profile name in the top right. Select "Account" from the dropdown menu. Under "Subscription," you will see your current plan and a button labeled "Change plan" or "Cancel subscription" depending on your region. Click it and follow the prompts to confirm cancellation.
On a phone or tablet using the Spotify app, open the app and tap the profile icon at the bottom right. Tap "Settings and privacy," then scroll down to "Subscription." Tap "Change plan" or "Cancel subscription" and confirm. If you do not see this option in the app, sign in through a web browser instead — some regions require the browser method.
Key Takeaways
- You can cancel Spotify through your account settings on any device, and your access continues until the end of your current billing period.
- Spotify does not charge a cancellation fee or require you to provide a reason for canceling.
- If you cancel before your next billing date, you will not be charged again.
- After cancellation, you can sign back in and reactivate a paid plan at any time without losing your playlists or saved songs.
- If you paid through Apple, Google, or Amazon, you may need to cancel through that platform instead of Spotify's website.
Canceling a subscription paid through Apple, Google, or Amazon
If you signed up for Spotify through Apple App Store, Google Play, or Amazon, the payment method is managed by that platform, not by Spotify directly. You must cancel through the same platform where you paid.
Apple: Open Settings on your iPhone or iPad, tap your name at the top, select "Subscriptions," find Spotify, and tap "Cancel Subscription." On a Mac, open System Settings, click your name, select "Subscriptions," find Spotify, and click the minus button.
Google Play: Open the Google Play app on an Android phone or tablet, tap your profile icon in the top right, select "Payments and subscriptions," then "Subscriptions." Find Spotify and tap "Cancel subscription."
Amazon: Go to amazon.com on a computer or phone, click "Account" in the top right, select "Your subscriptions," find Spotify, and click "Cancel subscription."
What happens after you cancel
Your Spotify account remains active until the end of your current billing cycle. You can continue to use all features of your paid plan — ad-free listening, offline downloads, and unlimited skips — until that date. After your billing date passes, your account converts to the free version with ads.
Your playlists, saved songs, and followers do not disappear. If you sign back in after cancellation, everything is still there. You can reactivate a paid plan at any time and pick up where you left off. Spotify does not delete inactive accounts.
Downgrading instead of canceling
If you want to keep a Spotify account but do not want to pay, you can switch to the free plan instead of canceling entirely. The free plan includes ad-supported listening, but you cannot read songs for offline use or skip unlimited tracks.
To downgrade, go to your account settings and select "Change plan" instead of "Cancel subscription." Choose the free plan from the options shown. You will stop being charged when ready, and your account will convert to free at the next billing date.
Reactivating your subscription later
You can turn your subscription back on at any time after canceling. Sign in to your Spotify account, go to your account settings, and select "Change plan." Choose the plan you want and enter a payment method if you have not already saved one. Your subscription will start when ready.
If you canceled more than a year ago and your account was inactive, Spotify may have deleted your account data. In that case, you can create a new account with the same email address. Your old playlists and saved songs will not transfer, but you can rebuild your library from scratch.
If you cannot find the cancel button
Some regions and account types have different layouts in the settings menu. If you cannot locate the cancellation option, try these steps: sign out of the Spotify app completely, then sign in through a web browser at spotify.com instead. The web version has the most consistent menu structure across all regions.
If the cancel button still does not appear, your account may be on a trial period or a special promotional plan. Trial accounts sometimes require you to wait until the trial ends before you can cancel. Check the "Subscription" section of your account settings to see your plan type and billing date.
If you still cannot cancel after checking these steps, you can contact Spotify Support through the "Help" section of your account settings. Explain that you want to cancel, and they can process it for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I lose my playlists and saved songs if I cancel?
No. Your playlists, saved songs, and followers stay in your account after you cancel. If you reactivate a paid plan later, everything will be there. Even if you downgrade to the free plan, your library remains intact.
Can I cancel in the middle of a billing cycle?
Yes. You can cancel at any time, but you will not receive a refund for the current billing period. Your paid access continues until your next billing date, then your account converts to free.
What if I paid for a year upfront?
Spotify does not refund unused time on annual plans. If you cancel a yearly subscription, you keep access until the year is up, then your account becomes free. You cannot get money back for the remaining months.
Do I have to give a reason when I cancel?
No. Spotify does not require you to explain why you are canceling. You can cancel without answering any questions or providing feedback.
How do I cancel if I forgot my password?
Go to spotify.com and click "Log in." Select "Can't log in?" and enter your email address. Spotify will send you a password reset link. After you reset your password and sign in, you can cancel through your account settings.