The fastest way to stop your Apple TV charge

You can cancel Apple TV through the Settings app on any Apple device, or through your Apple ID account on a web browser. The process takes about two minutes. Your access ends when ready after you confirm the cancellation, though you keep watching until your current billing period ends — Apple does not refund the unused portion of a month you have already paid for.

The method you use depends on where you signed up. If you subscribed through an Apple device (iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple TV box), you cancel in Settings. If you subscribed through a third-party service like Amazon Prime Video or The Roku Channel, you cancel through that service instead, not through Apple.

Key Takeaways

  • You can cancel Apple TV in the Settings app on any Apple device by finding Subscriptions and selecting Apple TV, then tapping Cancel Subscription.
  • On a Mac or web browser, go to appleid.apple.com, select Subscriptions, find Apple TV, and click Modify or Manage to cancel.
  • If you subscribed through Amazon Prime Video, Roku, or another third-party app, you must cancel through that app or service, not through Apple Settings.
  • Your access ends at the end of your current billing period, not when ready, even though you can no longer watch new content after cancellation takes effect.
  • Apple does not issue refunds for the remainder of a billing period after you cancel.

Cancel Apple TV on iPhone or iPad

Open the Settings app and tap your name at the top of the screen. Select Subscriptions, then find Apple TV+ in the list. Tap it, then tap Cancel Subscription. You will see a confirmation screen asking why you are cancelling — this is optional to fill out. Tap Confirm Cancellation at the bottom.

Your subscription ends at the end of your current billing cycle. You will receive a confirmation email at the address tied to your Apple ID. If you change your mind before that date, you can resubscribe from the same Settings menu by tapping Apple TV+ and selecting Resubscribe.

Cancel Apple TV on Mac or a web browser

Go to appleid.apple.com and sign in with your Apple ID. Click Subscriptions in the left menu, then find Apple TV+ in the list. Click the Modify button next to it, then select Cancel Subscription. Confirm your choice on the next screen.

The web method works the same way as the app method — your access ends at the end of your billing period, and you can resubscribe anytime. This route is useful if you do not have an Apple device handy or prefer managing subscriptions on a computer.

Cancel Apple TV on an Apple TV box or other device

On an Apple TV box (the streaming device), go to Settings, select Users and Accounts, then your account name. Choose Subscriptions, find Apple TV+, and select Cancel Subscription. Follow the on-screen prompts to confirm.

The steps are similar on other Apple devices like iPod Touch, but the Settings menu layout may vary slightly. If you cannot find Subscriptions in your device's Settings, the web method through appleid.apple.com will always work.

If you subscribed through Amazon Prime Video or another service

If you signed up for Apple TV+ through Amazon Prime Video, Roku, The Roku Channel, or another third-party app, you cannot cancel through Apple Settings. You must cancel through the service where you subscribed.

For Amazon Prime Video, open the Prime Video app, go to Your Account, select Subscriptions, find Apple TV+, and choose Cancel. For Roku, go to your account settings in the Roku app or on roku.com, find Apple TV+ under Subscriptions, and cancel there. Each service has its own cancellation process, so look for a Subscriptions or Manage Subscriptions menu in the app or on the service's website.

What happens after you cancel

You lose access to Apple TV+ content at the end of your current billing period. If you cancel mid-month, you can still watch until that billing date arrives. After the period ends, you will not be able to open the Apple TV app or stream any shows or movies, though your account remains tied to your Apple ID.

Apple does not refund unused time. If you paid for a month and cancel after one week, you lose the remaining three weeks of access. You can resubscribe anytime and your watchlist and viewing history will still be there.

Troubleshooting cancellation problems

If you see a message saying you cannot cancel, the subscription may be tied to a family plan or a carrier bundle. Family plan members cannot cancel the plan themselves — only the person who started the plan can do that. If Apple TV+ came bundled with another service (like Apple One or a carrier plan), you may need to modify or cancel the bundle instead of the subscription alone.

If you are still being charged after cancellation, check your Apple ID email for a confirmation message — sometimes the cancellation does not go through on the first attempt. Try cancelling again through Settings or the web. If charges continue after your billing period ends, contact Apple Support through appleid.apple.com or call Apple directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

No. Apple does not refund unused portions of a billing period. If you cancel after paying for a full month, you keep access until that month ends, but you will not receive money back for the days remaining.

What if I subscribed through a carrier like Verizon or T-Mobile?

If Apple TV+ came bundled with your phone plan, you cancel through your carrier's app or website, not through Apple. Contact your carrier's customer service or log into your account online to remove Apple TV+ from your plan.

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

No. Your watchlist, viewing history, and profile stay tied to your Apple ID. If you resubscribe later, everything will be there. You just cannot watch content while the subscription is inactive.

How do I cancel if I forgot my Apple ID password?

You can reset your Apple ID password at iforgot.apple.com, then sign in and cancel through Settings or the web. Alternatively, if you are signed into an Apple device, you can cancel directly through Settings without needing to re-enter your password.

Can I pause my subscription instead of cancelling?

Apple does not offer a pause feature for Apple TV+. You either keep the subscription active or cancel it. If you want to stop paying but keep your account, cancelling is the only option — you can resubscribe whenever you want.