Cancel Apple TV on iPhone, iPad, or Mac

To cancel Apple TV on an Apple device, open the Settings app (or System Settings on Mac), then tap or click your name at the top. Select "Subscriptions," find Apple TV+ in the list, and tap or click it. You'll see a "Cancel Subscription" button — tap or click it, then confirm when prompted. The cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing cycle, not when ready.

If you subscribed through the Apple TV app itself rather than Settings, the process is the same: go to Settings > [Your Name] > Subscriptions > Apple TV+ > Cancel Subscription. Apple will not charge you again after you confirm the cancellation, but you can still watch until your paid period ends.

On Mac, the steps are identical except you'll open System Settings instead of Settings. Look for your Apple ID name in the top menu, then follow the same path to Subscriptions.

Cancel Apple TV on Android or a Web Browser

If you subscribed on an Android phone or tablet, open the Google Play Store app, tap your profile icon in the top right, select "Manage subscriptions," find Apple TV+, and tap "Cancel subscription." Confirm the cancellation when prompted.

To cancel through a web browser on any device, visit appleid.apple.com, sign in with your Apple ID, select "Subscriptions," click Apple TV+, and click "Cancel Subscription." This method works on Windows, Mac, Android, or any computer with internet access.

Cancel Apple TV on a Smart TV or Streaming Device

If you subscribed through the Apple TV app on a smart TV, Roku, Fire Stick, or other streaming device, you'll need to cancel through your Apple ID account online or on another device — you cannot cancel directly from the app on most streaming devices. Use the web browser method above (appleid.apple.com) or cancel through Settings on an iPhone, iPad, or Mac.

The exception is if you subscribed through your TV provider's app or billing system (like Comcast Xfinity or Verizon Fios). In that case, contact your TV provider directly to cancel, because they handle the billing, not Apple.

What Happens After You Cancel

Your subscription ends on the last day of your current billing period. If you paid monthly, you have until the same date next month. If you paid annually, you have until the same date next year. Apple sends a confirmation email when you cancel, and you can check your cancellation status anytime by going back to Settings > [Your Name] > Subscriptions > Apple TV+.

You keep your access to all Apple TV+ content until that final date. After it expires, you'll see a message asking you to subscribe again if you try to watch. You can resubscribe at any time through the same Settings menu or through appleid.apple.com.

If You Subscribed Through a Bundle or Trial

If you have an Apple One bundle (which includes Apple TV+ along with Apple Music, iCloud storage, and other services), canceling Apple TV+ alone will not cancel your entire bundle. You'll lose access to Apple TV+ but keep the other services. To cancel the whole bundle, select the bundle itself in Subscriptions, not the individual service.

If you're still in a free trial period, canceling when ready stops your trial — you won't be charged, but you also lose access right away. You can wait until the trial ends to cancel if you want to keep watching until the last day of the trial period.

Common Cancellation Problems and Solutions

You don't see Apple TV+ in your Subscriptions list: This usually means you subscribed through a different account or method. Check whether you subscribed through a family member's Apple ID, a TV provider, or a third-party app. If you used a different Apple ID, sign out and sign in with the correct one, then check Subscriptions again.

The Cancel Subscription button is grayed out: Wait a few minutes and try again. If it stays grayed out, try canceling through appleid.apple.com instead of your device Settings. If you still can't cancel, contact Apple Support — they can cancel on your behalf.

You were charged after canceling: Check your cancellation confirmation email to see the exact end date. If you were charged after that date, contact Apple Support with your receipt. If you canceled during a free trial and were still charged, Apple will usually refund the charge.

Key Takeaways

  • On iPhone, iPad, or Mac, cancel through Settings > [Your Name] > Subscriptions > Apple TV+ > Cancel Subscription.
  • On Android, use the Google Play Store app and select Manage Subscriptions, then find Apple TV+ and cancel.
  • Through any web browser, go to appleid.apple.com, sign in, and cancel under Subscriptions.
  • Your subscription ends at the end of your current billing period, not when ready, and you can watch until that date.
  • If you subscribed through a TV provider or bundle, you may need to cancel through that provider or service instead of Apple directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I cancel Apple TV+ and get a refund?

Apple does not refund subscription fees for the time remaining in your billing period. However, if you cancel during a free trial and are charged by mistake, or if you were charged after your cancellation date, contact Apple Support with your receipt and they will review the charge.

Will I lose my watchlist and saved shows if I cancel?

Your watchlist and viewing history are tied to your Apple ID, not your subscription. If you resubscribe later using the same Apple ID, your watchlist will still be there. However, you cannot watch any content once your subscription ends.

How do I cancel if I subscribed through a family member's account?

The person whose Apple ID the subscription is under must cancel it. They go to Settings > [Their Name] > Subscriptions > Apple TV+ > Cancel Subscription. If you're part of their family sharing group, you can ask them to cancel on your behalf.

Can I pause my subscription instead of canceling?

Apple does not offer a pause feature for Apple TV+. Your options are to keep the subscription active or cancel it. You can resubscribe anytime if you want to watch again later.

What if I subscribed through my cable or phone company?

Contact your provider directly — Comcast, Verizon, AT&T, or whoever bills you. They handle the subscription and cancellation, not Apple. Check your bill or your provider's app to find the cancellation option.