Cancel Apple TV+ on iPhone, iPad, or Mac

The fastest way to stop your Apple TV+ subscription is through your device's settings, not through the Apple TV app itself. Open Settings, 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 process is nearly identical. Open System Settings, click your name in the sidebar, select Subscriptions, find Apple TV+, and click Edit next to it. Then click Cancel Subscription and confirm.

Your access continues until the end of your current billing cycle. Apple will not refund the portion of your current month you have not used, but you will not be charged again after that date.

Key Takeaways

  • Cancel through Settings or System Settings on your device, not through the Apple TV app.
  • Your subscription remains active until the end of your current billing period.
  • If you subscribed through a third-party service like Hulu or Amazon Prime Video, you must cancel through that service instead.
  • You can resubscribe at any time without losing your watchlist or viewing history.
  • If you cannot find the subscription in Settings, you may have signed up through a bundle or third-party platform.

Cancel Through the Web on a Computer

You can also manage your subscription from any web browser. Visit appleid.apple.com, sign in with your Apple ID, and click Subscriptions in the left sidebar. Locate Apple TV+, click Manage, and select Cancel Subscription.

This method works the same way as canceling on your device — your service continues through the end of your billing cycle, and you will not be charged again after that date.

If You Subscribed Through a Bundle or Third-Party Service

If you signed up for Apple TV+ as part of an Apple One bundle, canceling the individual service is not possible. You must cancel or modify the entire bundle through Settings under Subscriptions. Downgrading to a lower tier of Apple One (or canceling it entirely) will remove Apple TV+ access.

If you subscribed through Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, or another third-party platform, you cannot cancel through Apple's settings. Instead, log into your account on that service's website or app and cancel the Apple TV+ add-on there. The same applies if you signed up through a mobile carrier or other partner.

To check where your subscription came from, open Settings, tap your name, select Subscriptions, and look at the text under Apple TV+. It will say "Apple" if you subscribed directly, or the name of the partner service if you signed up through them.

What Happens After You Cancel

Once your billing cycle ends, you lose access to all Apple TV+ content. Your profile, watchlist, and viewing history remain stored in your Apple account for up to 12 months, so if you resubscribe within that window, you can pick up where you left off.

You will not receive a refund for the current month, even if you cancel on the first day of your billing cycle. If you were charged by mistake or believe there is an error, contact Apple Support through Settings by tapping your name, selecting iTunes & App Store, tapping your Apple ID, and choosing View Apple ID. Then scroll to Purchase history or contact support directly.

Pausing Your Subscription Instead of Canceling

Apple TV+ does not offer a pause feature, so you cannot temporarily suspend your subscription and resume it later at the same price. Your only options are to cancel or to keep paying. If you plan to return within a few months, canceling and resubscribing later is the same cost as staying subscribed.

Some users find it helpful to set a phone reminder for the day before their next billing date, so they can decide whether to cancel before being charged again. This gives you the flexibility to cancel month to month without losing track of your subscription.

Troubleshooting: Subscription Not Showing in Settings

If you cannot find Apple TV+ under Subscriptions in Settings, the most common reason is that you subscribed through a partner service or bundle rather than directly from Apple. Check your email for a receipt that shows where the charge came from — it will name the service you actually subscribed through.

Another possibility is that your subscription was part of a promotion or trial that has already ended. If you received a free trial and did not set up a payment method, there is nothing to cancel — your access straightforward stopped when the trial expired.

If you see the charge on your credit card statement but cannot locate the subscription in Settings, contact Apple Support. They can see which account the subscription is tied to and help you cancel it from there.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I get a refund if I cancel in the middle of my billing cycle?

No. Apple does not refund unused portions of your subscription. Your access continues until the end of your current billing period, and you will not be charged again after that date. If you were charged twice in one month or believe there is a billing error, contact Apple Support to request a refund.

Can I cancel Apple TV+ if I subscribed through a carrier like Verizon or T-Mobile?

Yes, but you must cancel through your carrier's app or website, not through Apple Settings. Log into your carrier account, find the Apple TV+ add-on or subscription, and cancel it there. Your carrier will handle the refund or credit to your account.

What if I subscribed through Apple One and only want to remove Apple TV+?

You cannot remove individual services from Apple One. You can only downgrade to a lower tier (which removes Apple TV+) or cancel the bundle entirely. Both options are available under Subscriptions in Settings.

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

No. Your profile, watchlist, and viewing history stay in your Apple account for up to 12 months after cancellation. If you resubscribe within that time, everything will be there. After 12 months, Apple may delete this data.

Can I cancel Apple TV+ on someone else's device?

Only if you have their Apple ID password or access to their device. Subscriptions are tied to the Apple ID that purchased them, so you must sign in as that user to cancel. If someone else manages the family subscription, ask them to cancel it, or use a shared Apple ID if your family has one set up.