How to cancel Apple TV+ on any device

You can cancel Apple TV+ through the same device where you signed up, or through your Apple ID settings on any Apple device. The process takes about two minutes and stops your subscription when ready — you keep access until your current billing period ends, then it shuts off automatically.

The fastest route is usually through Settings on an iPhone, iPad, or Mac, because Apple groups all your subscriptions in one place. If you signed up through a web browser or a third-party service like Amazon Prime Video, you may need to cancel through that platform instead.

Key Takeaways

  • You can cancel through your Apple ID settings on any Apple device, or through the Apple TV app itself on iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple TV.
  • If you subscribed through Amazon Prime Video, the Apple TV Channels add-on, or another third-party service, you must cancel through that service, not through Apple.
  • Cancellation takes effect when ready, but you retain access through the end of your current billing period.
  • You will receive a confirmation email from Apple once the cancellation is processed.

Cancel through iPhone, iPad, or Mac Settings

Open Settings on your iPhone or iPad, or System Settings on your Mac. Tap or click your name at the top, then select Subscriptions (on iPhone and iPad) or Apple ID and then Subscriptions (on Mac).

Find Apple TV+ in the list and tap or click it. Select Cancel Subscription at the bottom of the screen. You will see a confirmation message asking why you are cancelling — this is optional to fill out. Confirm the cancellation, and you will receive an email from Apple within minutes.

Cancel through the Apple TV app

Open the Apple TV app on your iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple TV device. Tap or click your profile icon in the top right corner, then select Account or Settings. Look for Manage Subscriptions or Subscriptions.

Select Apple TV+, then tap or click Cancel Subscription. Confirm the cancellation. This method works on all Apple devices and is often faster than navigating through Settings.

Cancel if you subscribed through a third-party service

If you signed up for Apple TV+ through Amazon Prime Video, you subscribed to the Apple TV Channels add-on, not directly to Apple. You must cancel through Amazon, not through Apple's settings. Log into your Amazon account, go to Your Account, select Prime Video Settings, then Manage Prime Video Channels, and cancel Apple TV+ from there.

The same rule applies if you subscribed through other platforms like Roku, Google Play, or a mobile carrier bundle. Check your original confirmation email to see where the subscription was processed. If you are unsure, contact that service's support team — they can tell you where the subscription is active and how to cancel it.

What happens after you cancel

Your subscription stops renewing when ready, but you keep full access to Apple TV+ until your current billing period ends. If you paid monthly, you have access through the last day of that month. If you paid annually, you have access through the anniversary date of your subscription.

After that date, the app will ask you to sign up again if you try to watch. You can resubscribe at any time — Apple does not penalize you for cancelling and returning later, and you will not lose your watch history or saved shows.

Troubleshooting if cancellation does not work

If you see an error message or the Cancel Subscription button does not appear, your subscription may be managed by a different account or service. Double-check that you are signed into the correct Apple ID — the one you used to set up the subscription. If you share an Apple ID with family members, ask whoever set up the subscription to cancel it.

If you subscribed through a carrier (like Verizon or T-Mobile) or a bundle, you must cancel through that provider instead. Check your billing statement to see where the charge appears — that is where you cancel. If you still cannot find the subscription, contact Apple Support through the Apple TV app or visit support.apple.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I lose my watch history and saved shows when I cancel?

No. Your watch history, saved shows, and profile settings stay on your Apple ID. If you resubscribe later, everything will be there waiting for you.

Can I cancel in the middle of a billing cycle and get a refund?

Apple does not refund partial months or years. Your subscription stops renewing, but you keep access through the end of your current billing period. If you were charged in error, contact Apple Support to request a refund.

What if I subscribed through a family plan?

If someone else set up the family plan, only they can cancel the entire subscription. You can remove yourself from the family group through Settings, but the main subscriber must cancel the plan itself to stop all charges.

Can I pause my subscription instead of cancelling?

Apple does not offer a pause feature for Apple TV+. You must cancel to stop charges. You can resubscribe whenever you want, and your profile will be restored.

How long does it take for the cancellation to show up on my bill?

The subscription stops renewing when ready, so no new charge will appear on your next billing date. If you were charged after cancelling, contact Apple Support — they can investigate and issue a refund if needed.