Yes, you can cancel Paramount Plus after the free trial without paying
You can cancel your Paramount Plus account at any time during or after your free trial period, and you will not be charged if you cancel before the trial ends. The cancellation takes effect when ready — you lose access to the service right away, not at the end of a billing cycle. If you have already been charged after the trial ended, you can still request a refund within a certain window, depending on how you signed up.
The exact steps and timing depend on whether you subscribed directly through Paramount Plus or through another service like Apple, Amazon, or your cable provider. Each route has a different cancellation process, and some require you to cancel through the original platform rather than through Paramount itself.
Key Takeaways
- Cancel directly on the Paramount Plus website or app by going to Account Settings, then Subscription, and selecting Cancel Subscription.
- If you subscribed through Apple, Amazon Prime Video, or another third-party service, you must cancel through that service, not through Paramount.
- Cancellation takes effect when ready, and you lose access to the app and website as soon as you confirm.
- If you were charged after your free trial ended, contact Paramount Plus support within 30 days to request a refund of the charge.
- You can resubscribe to Paramount Plus later — canceling does not permanently close your account.
How to cancel if you signed up directly with Paramount Plus
Log into your Paramount Plus account on a web browser or open the app. Go to your account settings — this is usually found by clicking your profile icon or name in the top right corner. Select Subscription or Manage Subscription, then look for the option that says Cancel Subscription or End Membership.
Paramount will ask you to confirm the cancellation and may offer you a discount to stay. You do not have to accept any offer — straightforward confirm that you want to cancel. Once you do, your access ends when ready. You will receive a confirmation email, and your account will show that your subscription is no longer active.
How to cancel if you subscribed through a third-party service
If you signed up for Paramount Plus through Apple, Amazon Prime Video, Google Play, or your cable or phone provider, you must cancel through that service, not through Paramount itself. Canceling on the Paramount Plus app or website will not work — the subscription is tied to your account with the other company.
Through Apple: Open the Apple TV app or go to Settings on your device, find Subscriptions, locate Paramount Plus, and select Cancel Subscription. You can also manage subscriptions through your Apple ID on a web browser.
Through Amazon Prime Video: Go to Your Account, then Prime Video Settings, find Manage Your Prime Video Channels, locate Paramount Plus, and select Cancel Channel.
Through Google Play: Open Google Play, go to your account, select Subscriptions, find Paramount Plus, and select Cancel Subscription.
Through your cable or phone provider: Contact your provider's customer service directly. They handle the cancellation on their end, and Paramount Plus cannot process it for you.
What happens to your account after you cancel
Your access to Paramount Plus stops when ready after you confirm the cancellation. You will not be able to watch shows or movies, and any downloads on your device will become unavailable. Your watchlist, viewing history, and profile settings are saved if you decide to resubscribe later — you do not lose them permanently.
If you were in the middle of watching a series, you can finish it before you cancel, but once your subscription ends, you cannot resume from where you left off unless you resubscribe. Downloaded episodes will also disappear from your device, though they can be downloaded again once you reactivate your account.
If you were charged after the free trial ended
If your free trial ended and you were charged without canceling first, you can request a refund. Contact Paramount Plus support through the app or website and explain that you did not intend to be charged. Most refund requests are honored if you ask within 30 days of the charge.
If you subscribed through a third-party service like Apple or Amazon, contact that service's support team instead. They process refunds for subscriptions sold through their platforms. Provide them with the date you were charged and explain that you did not authorize the charge after your trial ended.
How to avoid being charged after your free trial
The safest approach is to cancel your subscription a few days before your free trial ends, rather than waiting until the last day. This gives you a buffer in case there are any delays or confusion about the trial end date. You will still have access to Paramount Plus through the end of your trial period even after you cancel.
Check your email for a reminder from Paramount Plus about when your trial ends. These reminders usually arrive a week or a few days before the charge date. If you do not see a reminder, log into your account and check the subscription details to see the exact end date of your trial. Write down the date so you remember to cancel in time.
Resubscribing after you cancel
You can resubscribe to Paramount Plus at any time after you cancel. If you signed up directly, straightforward log back in and select a plan. If you subscribed through a third-party service, go back to that service and add the channel or subscription again.
Some promotions or free trial offers may not be available on your second signup, depending on Paramount's current policies. Check the Paramount Plus website or your third-party service to see what offers are currently running before you resubscribe.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I lose my watchlist and saved shows if I cancel?
No. Your watchlist, viewing history, and profile settings remain saved to your account. If you resubscribe later, all of that information will be there. You will not be able to access them while your subscription is inactive, but they are not deleted.
Can I cancel my free trial early without losing access?
Yes. You can cancel at any time during the free trial, and you will keep access until the trial period officially ends. Canceling early does not cut off your access when ready — it just prevents you from being charged when the trial expires.
What if I cancel but the charge still goes through?
Contact Paramount Plus support or the third-party service through which you subscribed within 30 days of the charge. Explain that you canceled before the trial ended and request a refund. Most requests are approved if you have proof of cancellation in your email confirmation.
Do I need to cancel before my billing date or can I cancel after?
You can cancel at any time. If you cancel before your billing date, you will not be charged. If you are already charged and then cancel, you can request a refund within 30 days. There is no penalty for canceling after a charge goes through.
If I cancel through the Paramount Plus app, do I still need to cancel through Apple or Amazon?
If you subscribed through Apple, Amazon, or another third-party service, canceling in the Paramount Plus app will not work. You must cancel through the service you originally signed up with. Canceling in the app alone will not stop the charges.