Cancel Apple TV on iPhone, iPad, or Mac

The fastest way to cancel is through the device where you set up the subscription. Open the Settings app, tap your name at the top, then select Subscriptions. Find Apple TV+ in the list, tap it, and choose Cancel Subscription. Confirm the cancellation when prompted.

On a Mac, the steps are similar: open System Settings, click your name in the sidebar, select Subscriptions, find Apple TV+, and click Edit followed by Cancel Subscription. Your access ends at the end of your current billing cycle—you can keep watching until that date arrives.

If you subscribed through the Apple TV app itself rather than Settings, you may still need to go through Settings to cancel. The subscription lives in your Apple ID account, not in the app alone.

Key Takeaways

  • Cancel through Settings on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac by finding Apple TV+ under Subscriptions and selecting Cancel Subscription.
  • Your access continues until the end of your current billing period—cancellation takes effect on your next renewal date, not when ready.
  • If you subscribed as part of an Apple One bundle, canceling Apple TV+ removes only that service; the bundle continues with other services included.
  • You can resubscribe at any time using the same Apple ID without losing your watchlist or viewing history.

Cancel Through a Web Browser

You can also cancel by visiting appleid.apple.com from any web browser. Sign in with your Apple ID, click Subscriptions, find Apple TV+, and select Manage. Choose Cancel Subscription and confirm your choice.

This method works whether you're on Windows, Android, or any other device. The result is the same: your subscription ends at the close of your current billing cycle, and you receive a confirmation email to the address associated with your Apple ID.

What Happens After You Cancel

Once you cancel, you lose access to the Apple TV+ catalog when your current billing period ends. You will not be charged again after that date. Your watchlist, viewing history, and profile settings remain tied to your Apple ID, so if you resubscribe later, you can pick up where you left off.

If you cancel mid-month, you still have access for the remainder of that month. Apple does not offer refunds for partial months or unused time. Check your confirmation email for your exact end date.

Canceling an Apple One Bundle

If you subscribed to Apple One—a bundle that includes Apple TV+, Apple Music, iCloud+, and other services—canceling Apple TV+ alone removes only that service from your bundle. The rest of your bundle continues, and your monthly charge adjusts downward.

To remove only Apple TV+ from a bundle, follow the same cancellation steps. If you want to cancel the entire Apple One bundle instead, select the bundle itself under Subscriptions and choose to cancel the whole package. This ends all services in the bundle at once.

Troubleshooting Cancellation Problems

If you cannot find Apple TV+ under Subscriptions, the account may not have an active subscription. Check that you are signed in with the correct Apple ID—some people have multiple IDs. If you subscribed through a family member's account, ask them to cancel it from their device or Apple ID account.

If the Cancel Subscription button does not appear, try signing out of your Apple ID and signing back in. On iPhone or iPad, go to Settings, tap your name, scroll down, and select Sign Out. Then sign back in and return to Subscriptions. If the problem persists, contact Apple Support through support.apple.com or the Support app on your device.

Resubscribing After Cancellation

You can resubscribe to Apple TV+ at any time using the same Apple ID. Open the Apple TV app, select Watch Now, and look for the option to restart your subscription. You will be charged starting on the day you resubscribe, and your previous watchlist and viewing history will be waiting for you.

Some promotions offer free trial periods for returning subscribers, though this varies. Check the subscription screen in the Apple TV app to see what offers are available when you are ready to come back.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

No. Apple does not refund unused portions of your subscription. Your access continues until the end of your current billing cycle, and you are not charged again after that date. Plan your cancellation accordingly if you want to avoid paying for an extra month.

Can I cancel Apple TV+ if I subscribed through my carrier or a third-party service?

If you subscribed through a carrier like Verizon or T-Mobile, or through a third-party platform, you must cancel through that provider, not through Apple. Contact your carrier or the platform where you signed up. Apple cannot cancel subscriptions purchased outside their system.

What if I share my Apple ID with family members?

Only the person who owns the Apple ID can cancel the subscription. If you share an account, the owner must go to Settings or appleid.apple.com to cancel. Family Sharing is different—it lets family members use the subscription without sharing the Apple ID itself.

Do I lose my watchlist when I cancel?

No. Your watchlist, viewing history, and profile settings stay with your Apple ID. If you resubscribe later, everything will be there. You can access this information again as soon as you sign back in with the same Apple ID.

How do I know my cancellation went through?

You will see a confirmation message on your device when ready after you select Cancel Subscription. Apple also sends a confirmation email to the address associated with your Apple ID. Check your email (including spam folders) if you do not see it right away.