How to cancel SoundCloud Go or SoundCloud Go+ on the web and mobile apps

You can cancel your SoundCloud subscription through your account settings on any device — the web player, iOS app, or Android app. SoundCloud stops charging you at the end of your current billing cycle, not when ready. You keep access to your paid features until that date arrives, then your account reverts to the free tier.

The steps differ slightly depending on whether you subscribed through SoundCloud's website, Apple's App Store, Google Play, or another payment method. Each route uses a different system to process the cancellation, so you need to cancel where you originally signed up.

Key Takeaways

  • Cancel through the same platform where you subscribed: the SoundCloud website, Apple App Store, Google Play, or your payment method's account page.
  • Your subscription remains active until the end of your current billing period, even after you cancel.
  • If you subscribed through a third party, you may need to cancel there instead of in the SoundCloud app itself.
  • You can resubscribe at any time, and SoundCloud will not charge you again until your new subscription period begins.

Cancelling through SoundCloud's website

Log into your SoundCloud account on a web browser and go to your account settings. Click on "Subscription" or "Billing" in the left menu — the exact label depends on your account type and region. You will see your current plan and a button to manage or cancel it.

Click the cancellation button. SoundCloud will ask you to confirm and may offer you a discount to stay. If you proceed, your subscription ends at the end of your current billing cycle. You will receive a confirmation email with your cancellation date.

Cancelling on iOS through the App Store

If you subscribed through Apple's App Store on an iPhone or iPad, you must cancel through Apple's system, not through the SoundCloud app. Open the Settings app on your device, tap your name at the top, then select "Subscriptions." Find SoundCloud in the list and tap it.

Tap "Cancel Subscription" and confirm. Apple will stop charging you after your current billing period ends. The SoundCloud app will still work until that date, then the paid features lock behind a paywall.

Cancelling on Android through Google Play

If you subscribed through Google Play on an Android phone or tablet, cancel through the Google Play app or website, not through SoundCloud. Open the Google Play app, tap your profile icon in the top right, and select "Manage subscriptions." Find SoundCloud and tap it.

Tap "Cancel subscription" and confirm your choice. Google will stop charging you at the end of your current billing period. Your SoundCloud account will downgrade to free access on that date.

Cancelling if you subscribed through another payment method

If you signed up using a credit card, debit card, or PayPal directly through SoundCloud's website (not through an app store), cancel in your SoundCloud account settings on the web. Log in, go to your account settings, find the subscription or billing section, and select the option to cancel or manage your subscription.

Some users may have subscribed through a third-party service or a promotional offer. If you cannot find a cancellation button in your SoundCloud settings, check the confirmation email from when you subscribed — it will tell you which system processed your payment and where to cancel.

What happens after you cancel

Your subscription remains active until the last day of your current billing cycle. You can still use SoundCloud Go or SoundCloud Go+ features — ad-free listening, offline downloads, high-quality audio — until that date. On the day after your billing cycle ends, your account automatically downgrades to SoundCloud Free.

You will not be charged again unless you resubscribe. If you change your mind, you can resubscribe at any time through the same method you originally used. SoundCloud will not charge you retroactively for the time between cancellation and resubscription.

Troubleshooting cancellation problems

If you cannot find the cancellation button in your account settings, you may be looking in the wrong place. Double-check that you are in the subscription or billing section, not a general settings menu. If the button still does not appear, try logging out and logging back in, or try a different device or browser.

If you subscribed through an app store but the cancellation button only appears in the SoundCloud app, you are likely in the wrong system. Go back and cancel through the app store itself — Apple App Store for iOS, Google Play for Android. If you subscribed directly through SoundCloud's website, the cancellation option will always be in your web account settings.

If you were charged after cancelling, contact SoundCloud's support team through the help section of your account settings. Include your cancellation confirmation email and the date you were charged. SoundCloud can review your account and issue a refund if the charge was an error.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I cancel my subscription when ready, or do I have to wait until the end of my billing cycle?

You can cancel when ready, but you will keep your subscription features until the end of your current billing cycle. SoundCloud does not offer prorated refunds for the unused portion of your subscription. Your access ends on the last day of the period you have already paid for.

Will I lose my playlists and saved songs if I cancel?

No. Your playlists, saved songs, and account history remain on your profile after you cancel. You will still be able to see them and listen to them on the free tier, though you will see ads and lose offline read and high-quality audio features.

What is the difference between SoundCloud Go and SoundCloud Go+?

SoundCloud Go includes ad-free listening and offline downloads. SoundCloud Go+ adds high-quality audio streaming and a higher monthly upload limit for creators. Both cancel through the same process. The cancellation steps are identical regardless of which paid plan you have.

Can I pause my subscription instead of cancelling it?

SoundCloud does not offer a pause or freeze feature. You must either keep your subscription active or cancel it. If you want to stop paying temporarily, cancel now and resubscribe later when you are ready to use the service again.

Do I need to delete the SoundCloud app after I cancel?

No. The app will continue to work on the free tier after your subscription ends. You can keep it installed and use SoundCloud Free, or delete it if you prefer. Cancelling your subscription does not require you to uninstall the app.