Cancel Apple TV+ directly through your Apple ID settings

To cancel Apple TV+, you need to go into the Apple ID account settings where you set up the subscription. The steps differ slightly depending on whether you subscribed through an Apple device, a web browser, or a third-party service like Amazon Prime Video or Roku.

If you subscribed directly through Apple (on an iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple TV device), open the Settings app, tap your name at the top, select Subscriptions, find Apple TV+ in the list, and tap Cancel Subscription. You will see a confirmation screen asking why you are cancelling — this is optional feedback, not a required step. Tap Confirm Cancellation to finish.

Your access ends at the end of your current billing cycle. You will receive a confirmation email to the address associated with your Apple ID. If you subscribed on a Mac, the path is similar: open System Settings (or System Preferences on older versions), click your name, select Subscriptions, find Apple TV+, and click the minus button to remove it.

Cancel through a web browser if you do not have an Apple device

If you subscribed on a computer without an Apple device, visit appleid.apple.com and sign in with your Apple ID. Click Subscriptions in the left menu, find Apple TV+ in the list, and click Manage. Then click Cancel Subscription and confirm.

This method works the same way as the device settings — your service continues through the end of your current billing period, and you receive a confirmation email. The cancellation takes effect when ready in your account, but you retain access until your paid period expires.

Key Takeaways

  • Cancel Apple TV+ through your Apple ID settings on any Apple device, or through appleid.apple.com on a computer.
  • Your subscription continues until the end of your current billing cycle; cancellation does not cut off access when ready.
  • If you subscribed through Amazon Prime Video, Roku, or another third-party service, you must cancel through that service's app or website instead.
  • Apple sends a confirmation email when you cancel, and you can resubscribe at any time using the same Apple ID.

Cancel if you subscribed through a third-party service

If you signed up for Apple TV+ through Amazon Prime Video, Roku, Google Play, or another third-party platform, you cannot cancel through Apple's settings. Instead, you must cancel through the service where you subscribed.

For Amazon Prime Video, go to Your Account, select Memberships and Subscriptions, find Apple TV+, and click Cancel Channel. For Roku, open the Roku app or go to roku.com, navigate to Subscriptions, find Apple TV+, and select Cancel. For Google Play, open Google Play, go to Subscriptions, select Apple TV+, and tap Cancel Subscription. The exact steps vary by platform, but the principle is the same: cancel where you paid.

Your access ends at the end of your billing cycle with that third-party service, not with Apple. You will receive a cancellation confirmation from the third-party service, not from Apple.

What happens after you cancel

Once you cancel, you keep your Apple TV+ access through the end of your current billing period. If you are mid-month, you do not get a refund for the unused time — subscriptions do not prorate. Your account shows Subscription Expires with a date, so you know exactly when you lose access.

After your subscription ends, your Apple TV+ app will show a message asking you to resubscribe. You can sign back up at any time using the same Apple ID, and you will not lose any saved preferences, watchlist items, or viewing history. If you resubscribe later, your profile and settings remain intact.

Pause your subscription instead of cancelling

Apple TV+ does not offer a formal pause feature, but you can cancel and resubscribe without penalty. Unlike some services, there is no waiting period — you can cancel this month and restart next month whenever you want.

If you want to keep your account active but are not watching, cancelling and resubscribing later is the only option. You will not lose your watchlist, ratings, or viewing history when you resubscribe, so there is no downside to cancelling temporarily.

Troubleshooting if cancellation does not work

If you see an error when trying to cancel, first check that you are signed into the correct Apple ID — the one you used to subscribe. If you have multiple Apple IDs, the subscription may be under a different one. Go to Settings, tap your name, and verify you are on the right account.

If you subscribed through a family sharing plan, only the account holder (the person who set up the family group) can cancel the subscription. If you are a family member, ask the account holder to cancel it. If you are the account holder and still cannot cancel, try signing out of your Apple ID and signing back in, then attempt cancellation again. If the problem persists, contact Apple Support through appleid.apple.com or the Apple Support app.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I get a refund if I cancel mid-month?

No. Apple TV+ does not refund unused time in your current billing cycle. If you cancel on the 15th of a month and your billing date is the 1st, you lose access on the 1st of next month with no refund for the remaining days. Plan your cancellation for just before your next billing date if you want to maximize your access.

Can I cancel Apple TV+ if I subscribed through a bundle with other Apple services?

Yes, you can cancel Apple TV+ separately from other services like Apple Music or iCloud+. Go to your subscriptions and cancel only Apple TV+. The other services continue. If you subscribed through an Apple One bundle, you can downgrade to a lower-tier bundle or cancel the entire bundle, depending on what you want to keep.

What if I forgot which Apple ID I used to subscribe?

Check your email for a receipt or confirmation message from Apple. The subject line usually says "Your Apple TV+ subscription" and includes the Apple ID used. If you cannot find the email, try signing into each Apple ID you own and checking the Subscriptions section. Only the correct Apple ID will show Apple TV+ listed.

Can I cancel on the Apple TV app itself?

No. The Apple TV app does not have a cancellation option. You must go through Settings (on Apple devices) or appleid.apple.com (on a computer). This is intentional — Apple routes cancellations through account settings to reduce accidental cancellations.

Will I lose my watchlist and viewing history if I cancel?

No. Your watchlist, ratings, and viewing history stay attached to your Apple ID. If you resubscribe later using the same Apple ID, everything is still there. You can browse your saved items even after your subscription ends, but you cannot play content.