How to cancel a Google subscription
To cancel a Google subscription, sign into your Google Account, go to myaccount.google.com, and select Payments & subscriptions from the left menu. Find the subscription you want to cancel, click it, and select Cancel subscription. Google will ask you to confirm, and your access ends at the end of your current billing period — you won't be charged again.
The exact steps depend on where you bought the subscription. If you subscribed through Google Play (on Android), the Google Play Store (for apps), or YouTube, the cancellation process is slightly different for each one. This guide covers all three routes so you can find the one that matches where you signed up.
Key Takeaways
- Most Google subscriptions cancel through myaccount.google.com under Payments & subscriptions, and your service continues until the end of your current billing cycle.
- Google Play subscriptions (Android apps and services) cancel from the Google Play app or website, not from your Google Account settings.
- YouTube Premium and YouTube Music cancel from your YouTube account settings, separate from your main Google Account page.
- You will receive a confirmation email after you cancel, and you can resubscribe at any time if you change your mind.
- If you cancel during a free trial, your access stops when ready rather than at the end of a billing period.
Cancel through Google Account settings
This is the standard route for most Google subscriptions, including Google One (cloud storage and extra features), Google Play Pass, and other services tied directly to your Google Account.
Open a web browser and go to myaccount.google.com. Sign in with the Google Account that holds the subscription. On the left side, click Payments & subscriptions. You'll see a list of all active subscriptions under that account. Find the one you want to cancel and click on it. A details page will open showing your billing date, plan level, and a Cancel subscription button. Click that button, and Google will ask you to confirm why you're canceling (this is optional feedback). Select Cancel subscription again to finish.
After you cancel, Google sends a confirmation email to the address on file. Your subscription remains active through the end of your current billing period — if you paid on the 15th and cancel on the 20th, you keep access until the 15th of next month. You won't be charged again after that date.
Cancel a Google Play subscription on Android
Google Play subscriptions (apps, games, and services you buy through the Google Play Store on an Android phone or tablet) cancel from the Play app itself, not from your Google Account page.
Open the Google Play Store app on your Android device. Tap your profile icon in the top right corner and select Payments and subscriptions. Tap Subscriptions. Find the subscription you want to cancel and tap it. Select Cancel subscription, then confirm. You'll get a confirmation screen, and Google sends an email to your account email address.
If you don't have the Play Store app handy, you can also cancel from a computer. Go to play.google.com, sign in, click your profile icon, select Payments and subscriptions, then Subscriptions, and follow the same steps. Either way, your service continues through the end of your current billing period.
Cancel YouTube Premium or YouTube Music
YouTube Premium (ad-free viewing, offline downloads, background play) and YouTube Music subscriptions cancel from YouTube's settings, not from your main Google Account page.
Go to youtube.com and sign in. Click your profile icon in the top right corner and select Purchases and memberships. Find YouTube Premium or YouTube Music in the list and click Manage. Select Cancel membership and confirm. YouTube will show you your cancellation date and send a confirmation email.
Like other Google subscriptions, your access continues through the end of your billing period. If you cancel during a free trial (before your first charge), your access stops right away instead of waiting until the end of a cycle.
What happens after you cancel
Once you cancel, you lose access to premium features at the end of your current billing period. For Google One, that means your extra cloud storage reverts to the free 15 GB limit. For YouTube Premium, ads return and offline downloads stop working. For Google Play Pass, you can no longer read included apps.
You can resubscribe at any time by going back to the same page and selecting the subscription again. If you canceled during a free trial and want to try again later, you may or may not be offered another free trial — Google's policy on this varies by service and account history.
If you see a charge after your cancellation date, contact Google Support through your Google Account. Go to myaccount.google.com, select Payments & subscriptions, find the charge, and click it to open a dispute or request a refund.
Cancel a subscription bought through a third-party app or website
Some subscriptions are sold through apps or websites that use Google as the payment processor but aren't Google's own services. Examples include fitness apps, meditation apps, or news services that let you pay with your Google Account.
For these, you have two options. First, try canceling through the app or website itself — most have their own account settings where you can manage subscriptions. Second, if that doesn't work, you can cancel through Google Play (if you subscribed on Android) or through your Google Account (if you subscribed on the web). Go to myaccount.google.com, select Payments & subscriptions, find the subscription, and cancel it there. The app developer will be notified, and your access ends at the end of your billing period.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I get a refund if I cancel mid-cycle?
No. Google subscriptions don't refund the unused portion of your current billing period. You keep access through the end of that period, but you won't be charged again after it ends. If you were charged in error or canceled during a free trial, you can request a refund through your Google Account under Payments & subscriptions by clicking the charge itself.
Can I pause a subscription instead of canceling it?
Google doesn't offer a pause feature for most subscriptions. You either stay subscribed or cancel. However, some third-party apps sold through Google Play do offer pause options in their own settings. Check the app itself before canceling if you think you might want to come back soon.
What if I can't find my subscription on the Payments page?
Make sure you're signed into the correct Google Account — the one you used to buy the subscription. If you have multiple Google Accounts, the subscription might be under a different one. You can also search your email for a receipt or confirmation message to see which account was charged.
Do I need to cancel before my free trial ends?
Yes. If you don't cancel before the free trial period ends, Google will charge you for the first paid month. Set a reminder a few days before your trial ends if you decide you don't want to continue.
Can I cancel a subscription on my phone if I bought it on a computer?
Yes. As long as you sign into the same Google Account, you can cancel from any device — phone, tablet, or computer. The subscription is tied to your account, not to a specific device.