Cancel Apple TV through your Apple ID settings

The fastest way to end your Apple TV subscription is through the Apple ID settings on any device where you signed in. Open Settings, tap your name at the top, select Subscriptions, find Apple TV+ in the list, and tap Cancel Subscription. The cancellation takes effect when ready, though you'll keep access until your current billing period ends.

If you're using a Mac, the path is similar: open System Settings (or System Preferences on older versions), click your name, select Subscriptions, find Apple TV+, and click the minus button to remove it. On a Windows PC or Android device, you'll need to go through your account settings on Apple's website instead, since the TV app doesn't handle subscriptions the same way.

You don't need to contact Apple support or call anyone—the cancellation is self-service and when ready. Your subscription will not renew after the current billing cycle ends, and you can resubscribe anytime without penalty.

Key Takeaways

  • Cancel through Settings > Subscriptions > Apple TV+ on iPhone, iPad, or Mac, or through your Apple ID on the web.
  • Cancellation takes effect when ready, but you keep access through the end of your current billing period.
  • If you subscribed through a third-party service like Amazon Prime Video Channels or Roku, you must cancel through that service instead.
  • You can resubscribe at any time without losing your watchlist or viewing history.

Cancel through your Apple ID on the web

If you don't have access to your device or prefer to manage subscriptions online, log into appleid.apple.com in any web browser. Click Sign In, enter your Apple ID email and password, and complete two-factor authentication if prompted.

Once logged in, select Subscriptions from the left menu, find Apple TV+, and click Manage. Then click Cancel Subscription and confirm. The same rules explore: your access continues through the end of your billing period, and you won't be charged again.

If you subscribed through a third-party service

Some people subscribe to Apple TV+ through Amazon Prime Video Channels, Roku, or other platforms bundled with their service. If that's you, canceling through your Apple ID settings won't work—you have to cancel through the service you paid.

For Amazon Prime Video Channels, log into your Amazon account, go to Your Account > Memberships and Subscriptions > Manage Subscriptions, find Apple TV+, and select Cancel Channel. For Roku, open the Roku app or go to roku.com, navigate to your subscriptions, and remove Apple TV+ from there. The same pattern applies to other platforms: find the subscription in your account settings and cancel it where you pay.

Canceling through the third-party service is the only way to stop being charged. Removing the Apple TV app from your device or signing out won't cancel the subscription.

What happens after you cancel

Once you cancel, you'll lose access to Apple TV+ content when your current billing period ends. If you paid monthly, that's roughly 30 days from your cancellation date. If you paid annually, you'll have access for the rest of that year.

Your watchlist, viewing history, and profile settings stay on your Apple ID even after cancellation. If you resubscribe later, everything will be there waiting for you. You won't lose anything by canceling.

Resubscribe anytime without penalty

There's no waiting period or penalty for resubscribing. You can cancel today and sign back up tomorrow if you change your mind. Apple doesn't charge a reactivation fee or require you to wait out a cooling-off period.

If you're canceling because you want to pause for a few months, remember that you can always come back. Your profile and watch history will be intact, and you'll start from exactly where you left off.

Troubleshooting if cancellation doesn't work

If you click Cancel Subscription and nothing happens, or if you see an error message, first check that you're signed into the correct Apple ID. If you share an Apple ID with family members, make sure you're using the account that actually holds the subscription.

If you subscribed through a third-party service and tried to cancel through Apple's settings, that's why it didn't work. Go back and cancel through the platform where you actually pay—Amazon, Roku, or whoever it is. If you're still stuck, you can contact Apple Support through appleid.apple.com or the Apple Support app, but the self-service cancellation works for nearly everyone on the first try.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

No. Apple doesn't issue refunds for partial months. You'll keep access through the end of your current billing period, but you won't receive money back for the unused portion. If you're charged again after canceling, contact Apple Support—that's a billing error.

Can I cancel Apple TV+ but keep other Apple services?

Yes. Apple TV+ is a separate subscription from iCloud+, Apple Music, or Apple One bundles. Canceling Apple TV+ won't affect any other services. If you're on an Apple One plan that includes Apple TV+, you'd need to downgrade the bundle or cancel the whole thing.

What if I subscribed through a free trial?

Cancel the same way—through Settings > Subscriptions or through your Apple ID online. If you cancel before the trial ends, you'll lose access when the trial period expires. You won't be charged if you cancel before the trial converts to a paid subscription.

Do I need to delete the Apple TV app to cancel?

No. Deleting the app doesn't cancel your subscription. You'll still be charged on your next billing date. You must cancel through your account settings, not by removing the app.

Can I cancel on my iPhone but keep access on my Apple TV device?

No. Your Apple TV+ subscription is tied to your Apple ID, not to a specific device. Canceling it on any device cancels it everywhere. Once your billing period ends, you'll lose access on all devices.