How to cancel a Google subscription

You can cancel most Google subscriptions directly through your Google Account settings on any device with internet access. The steps are the same whether you subscribed through Google Play, the Google Store, or a Google app like YouTube Music or Google One. Google does not charge a cancellation fee, and your access ends at the end of your current billing period — you keep what you paid for until that date arrives.

The cancellation takes effect when ready in your account, but you will not see a refund for the current billing period unless you cancel within a specific window (usually a few days after your charge date, depending on your payment method and location). If you subscribed through a third-party app store like the Apple App Store or Samsung Galaxy Store, you will need to cancel through that store instead of Google.

Key Takeaways

  • Cancel through your Google Account settings by finding the subscription under "Payments and subscriptions" and selecting "Cancel subscription."
  • Your service continues until the end of your current billing cycle, even after you cancel.
  • Refunds for the current period are only available if you cancel within a few days of being charged, and the window varies by location and payment method.
  • If you subscribed through Apple, Samsung, or another app store, you must cancel through that store, not through Google.
  • You can reactivate a cancelled subscription at any time by going back to the same menu and selecting "Reactivate."

Cancelling a Google subscription on a computer

Open a web browser and go to myaccount.google.com. Sign in with the Google Account that holds the subscription. On the left side of the page, click Payments and subscriptions.

You will see a list of all active subscriptions tied to that account. Find the one you want to cancel and click on it. The subscription details page will open, showing your billing date, price, and renewal information. Click the button that says Cancel subscription (the exact wording may vary slightly). Google will ask you to confirm the cancellation and may offer you a discount to keep the subscription — you can ignore this and proceed with cancellation. Once you confirm, the cancellation is complete.

Cancelling through a mobile app

On Android, open the app you subscribed through (such as YouTube Music, Google Play Books, or Google One). Tap your profile picture or initial in the top right corner, then tap Payments and subscriptions or Manage subscriptions. Find the subscription in the list and tap it. Select Cancel subscription and confirm.

On iPhone or iPad, open the app and tap your profile picture or initial. Look for a menu option like Subscriptions, Settings, or Account. If you subscribed through the Apple App Store, you will need to cancel through your iPhone's Settings app instead: go to Settings > [Your Name] > Subscriptions, find the Google app, and tap Cancel Subscription. If you subscribed directly through a Google app, follow the in-app steps to cancel.

What happens after you cancel

Your subscription remains active through the end of your current billing period. If you paid for a monthly subscription on the 15th, and you cancel on the 20th, you keep access until the 15th of the next month. After that date, your access to the service ends and you will be logged out.

You will not be charged again after cancellation. If you want to use the service again, you can reactivate the subscription at any time by going back to the same menu where you cancelled it and selecting Reactivate or Resume. Reactivation is when ready and your next charge will occur on the date you reactivate.

Getting a refund for the current billing period

Google's refund policy depends on when you cancel relative to your charge date. If you cancel within a few days of being charged (the exact window varies by location and payment method), you may be able to request a refund for the current period. This is not automatic — you have to ask for it.

To request a refund, go to myaccount.google.com, click Payments and subscriptions, and find the subscription. Look for a Request a refund option or contact Google Support through the same page. Be aware that refund requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and Google may deny the request if you are outside the refund window or have already used a significant portion of the service.

Cancelling subscriptions from third-party app stores

If you subscribed to a Google service through the Apple App Store, Google Play Store (on a non-Google device), Samsung Galaxy Store, or another third-party platform, you must cancel through that store, not through Google's website or app.

For Apple App Store subscriptions, open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad, tap your name at the top, select Subscriptions, find the Google app, and tap Cancel Subscription. For Samsung Galaxy Store, open the Galaxy Store app, tap your profile icon, go to Subscriptions, find the subscription, and select Cancel. The same principle applies to any other app store — cancel where you subscribed.

Troubleshooting cancellation problems

If you cannot find your subscription in the list, it may already be cancelled, or it may be tied to a different Google Account. Check that you are signed into the correct account by looking at the email address displayed in the top right corner of myaccount.google.com. If you have multiple Google Accounts, you may need to sign out and sign back in with the account that holds the subscription.

If the Cancel subscription button does not appear, the subscription may have already ended or been cancelled. Refresh the page and try again. If you still cannot cancel, or if you see an error message, contact Google Support through the Payments and subscriptions page — there is usually a "Contact us" or "Help" link at the bottom of the subscription details.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get my money back if I cancel right after being charged?

You may be able to request a refund if you cancel within a few days of your charge date, but the exact window varies by location and payment method. Go to your subscription details page and look for a "Request a refund" option. Refund requests are reviewed individually, and Google may deny yours if you are outside the window or have used the service significantly.

Will I lose access when ready after I cancel?

No. Your subscription remains active until the end of your current billing period. If you are charged on the 10th of each month and you cancel on the 15th, you keep access until the 10th of the next month. After that date, you will be logged out and cannot use the service.

Can I turn my subscription back on after cancelling?

Yes. Go back to the same subscription page where you cancelled it and select "Reactivate" or "Resume." Your subscription will restart when ready, and you will be charged on the date you reactivate. You will not lose any saved data or preferences from before you cancelled.

Why do I see my Google subscription in Apple Settings instead of Google's website?

You subscribed through the Apple App Store, not directly through Google. You must cancel through Apple Settings, not through Google's website. Open Settings on your iPhone or iPad, tap your name, go to Subscriptions, find the Google app, and tap Cancel Subscription.

What if I cannot find the Cancel Subscription button?

Make sure you are signed into the correct Google Account — check the email address in the top right corner of myaccount.google.com. If you have the right account, refresh the page. If the button still does not appear, the subscription may already be cancelled. Contact Google Support through the Payments and subscriptions page if you need help.