Cancel your Apple TV trial through the Settings app or your Apple ID account page

You can stop your trial at any time without being charged. Apple does not charge you until the trial period ends, so cancelling early means you straightforward lose access on the day your trial would have expired. The fastest route is through your device's Settings app if you subscribed on an iPhone, iPad, or Mac. If you subscribed through a web browser or another platform, you'll cancel through your Apple ID account page instead.

The exact steps depend on which device you used to start the trial. All methods take under two minutes, and you'll receive a confirmation email once the cancellation goes through.

Key Takeaways

  • You can cancel your Apple TV trial through Settings on iPhone, iPad, or Mac, or through your Apple ID account page on any device.
  • Cancelling during the trial period means you won't be charged, and your access ends on the date your trial would have expired.
  • Apple sends a confirmation email when ready after you cancel, so check your inbox to verify the cancellation went through.
  • If you cancel and then change your mind, you can restart your trial within a certain window, though this varies by promotion.

Cancel through Settings on iPhone or iPad

Open the Settings app and tap your name at the top of the screen. Select "Subscriptions" (on some older iOS versions this appears under "iTunes & App Store"). Find Apple TV+ in the list and tap it. Tap "Cancel Subscription" and confirm when prompted.

After you confirm, the screen will show your cancellation date — the last day you can watch. You'll also receive an email from Apple confirming the cancellation within a few minutes. If you don't see the email, check your spam folder or the email address associated with your Apple ID.

Cancel through Settings on Mac

Click the Apple menu in the top-left corner and select "System Settings" (or "System Preferences" on older macOS versions). Click "General" in the sidebar, then scroll down and click "Subscriptions." Find Apple TV+ and click it. Click "Cancel Subscription" and confirm.

Your cancellation takes effect when ready, and you'll see the final date you can access the service. The confirmation email arrives within minutes to the address tied to your Apple ID.

Cancel through your Apple ID account page

Go to appleid.apple.com in any web browser and sign in with your Apple ID. Click "Subscriptions" in the left sidebar. Find Apple TV+ in the list and click it. Click "Cancel Subscription" and confirm when prompted.

This method works on any device — phone, tablet, or computer — and is the route to use if you subscribed through a web browser or if you're having trouble finding the subscription in your device settings. You'll receive the same confirmation email within minutes.

What happens after you cancel

You keep full access to Apple TV+ until the end of your trial period. If your trial was set to end on March 15, for example, you can watch until 11:59 p.m. on March 14. After that time, the app will ask you to subscribe if you want to continue watching.

Your watch history, saved shows, and profile settings stay in your account even after the subscription ends. If you restart a subscription later, those details will still be there. You won't lose anything by cancelling early.

Restart your trial if you change your mind

If you cancelled but want to restart, you may be able to begin a new trial depending on the original promotion. Some trials can only be used once per account, while others allow you to restart within a set window. The terms vary by country and by which offer you originally used.

To check whether you're may be able to access for a new trial, go back to the Apple TV+ subscription page in Settings or on appleid.apple.com. If a new trial is available, you'll see an option to start it. If not, you'll only see the option to subscribe at the regular monthly price.

Troubleshooting if cancellation doesn't work

If you tap "Cancel Subscription" but the button doesn't respond, or if you don't receive a confirmation email, try signing out of your Apple ID and signing back in. Then return to the subscription page and try again. This clears any temporary glitches that can block the cancellation.

If the problem persists, contact Apple Support directly through support.apple.com or by calling the support number for your country. Have your Apple ID email address and the date you started your trial ready. Apple Support can cancel the subscription on your behalf and confirm the cancellation in writing if needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I be charged if I cancel during the trial?

No. You are only charged when the trial period ends. Cancelling at any point before that date means you won't be charged. Your access continues until the trial expiration date, and then it stops.

Can I cancel and restart the trial later?

It depends on the promotion you used. Some trials can only be used once per account. Others allow you to restart within a certain timeframe. Check the subscription page in Settings or on appleid.apple.com to see if a new trial is available to you.

How long does it take for the cancellation to go through?

The cancellation is when ready. Your subscription status updates right away, and you'll receive a confirmation email within a few minutes. You can keep watching until the end of your trial period.

What if I don't see Apple TV+ in my subscriptions list?

Make sure you're signed into the correct Apple ID — the one you used to start the trial. If you're on the right account and still don't see it, the trial may have already ended or been cancelled. Check your email for any messages from Apple about the subscription status.

Can I get a refund if I already paid?

If you were charged after your trial ended and you didn't intend to subscribe, contact Apple Support. They can review your account and may issue a refund depending on how long ago the charge occurred and your account history.