Cancel Paramount Plus Directly Through the Roku Channel

The fastest way to cancel Paramount Plus on Roku is through the Roku Channel app itself, not through your Roku device's settings. Open the Roku Channel app on your Roku device, go to your account menu, find the Paramount Plus subscription, and select the option to cancel. The cancellation takes effect when ready, and you lose access to Paramount Plus content right away — you do not get a refund for the remainder of your billing period.

If you subscribed to Paramount Plus through the Roku Channel (meaning Roku bills you, not Paramount directly), this method removes the subscription from your Roku account. Your Roku device will no longer charge you for Paramount Plus, and the app will prompt you to sign up again if you want to resubscribe later.

Some readers find the account menu hard to locate. On most Roku devices, it appears as a profile icon or gear icon in the top right corner of the Roku Channel app. If you cannot find it, restart the app and look again — the menu location can shift slightly between Roku models.

Key Takeaways

  • Cancel through the Roku Channel app on your device by finding your account menu and selecting the Paramount Plus subscription to remove it.
  • Cancellation is when ready and you lose access to Paramount Plus right away, with no refund for unused time in your current billing period.
  • If you subscribed directly through Paramount (not through Roku), you must cancel on the Paramount website or through the Paramount app instead.
  • After cancellation, the Paramount Plus app remains on your Roku device but will ask you to sign in again if you want to resubscribe.

Cancel a Paramount Plus Subscription You Paid for Directly

If you signed up for Paramount Plus on the Paramount website or through the Paramount app on your phone or computer — rather than through the Roku Channel — you must cancel there, not on Roku. Go to the Paramount Plus website, sign into your account, navigate to Account Settings, and look for a Subscription or Billing section. Select the option to cancel your subscription.

This matters because Roku and Paramount are separate billing systems. Canceling on Roku will not cancel a Paramount subscription you pay for directly, and canceling on Paramount will not cancel a Roku Channel subscription. Check your credit card or bank statement to see which company charges you each month — that is the company where you need to cancel.

Paramount Plus also offers a free tier with ads. If you downgrade instead of canceling, you keep your account and can watch free content, but you lose access to the ad-free version and any shows locked behind the paid plan.

What Happens to Your Account After You Cancel

Once you cancel, your Paramount Plus app on Roku stops working when ready. You cannot watch any shows or movies, even ones you started watching. The app itself stays on your Roku device, but it will ask you to sign in and resubscribe if you open it again.

Paramount Plus does not save your watch history or bookmarks after cancellation. If you resubscribe months later, you start fresh — your list of saved shows and your place in partially watched episodes are gone. Some streaming services preserve this data for a period of time, but Paramount does not.

You can resubscribe at any time by opening the Paramount Plus app on Roku or going to the Paramount website. There is no penalty for canceling and coming back later.

Canceling Before Your Next Billing Date

Paramount Plus charges you on a set day each month or year, depending on your plan. If you cancel before that date arrives, your subscription ends on that date — you do not lose access early. For example, if you are billed on the 15th of each month and you cancel on the 10th, you can still watch until the 15th.

If you cancel after your billing date has passed, your next charge is already on your account and you will not get that money back. The subscription ends on the following billing date. Check your account settings to see when you are billed so you can time your cancellation if you want to avoid an extra charge.

Some credit card companies and banks offer purchase protection or dispute services if you are charged after canceling. If Paramount charges you after you cancel, contact your bank first — they can often reverse the charge faster than Paramount can process a refund request.

Removing the Paramount Plus App from Your Roku Device

Canceling your subscription and removing the app are two separate steps. After you cancel, the app stays on your Roku device unless you delete it. To remove it, go to your Roku home screen, highlight the Paramount Plus app, press the Options button on your remote (usually marked with a star or three dots), and select Remove Channel or Delete.

Removing the app frees up a small amount of storage space on your Roku device, but it is not necessary to cancel your subscription. Many people leave the app installed so they can easily resubscribe later without having to search for it again.

If you accidentally delete the app, you can reinstall it from the Roku Channel Store at any time. Search for Paramount Plus, select it, and choose Add Channel.

Troubleshooting Cancellation Problems

If you cannot find the cancellation option in the Roku Channel app, try signing out and signing back in. Sometimes the menu does not load correctly until you refresh your session. Restart the app completely — close it and open it again — and look for your account menu.

If you subscribed through Roku but the cancellation option does not appear, you may have a free trial or a promotional offer that has not yet expired. Some promotional subscriptions cannot be canceled until the offer period ends. Check your account details to see the expiration date of any active offer.

If you are still charged after canceling, contact Paramount Plus support through the Paramount website or contact Roku support if you canceled through the Roku Channel. Have your cancellation confirmation and your most recent billing statement ready. Support can usually resolve billing issues within a few business days.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I get a refund if I cancel in the middle of my billing period?

No. Paramount Plus does not refund unused time. If you are billed on the 1st of each month and you cancel on the 15th, you lose access when ready but are not refunded for the remaining 16 days. To avoid this, cancel a day or two before your next billing date.

Can I pause my Paramount Plus subscription instead of canceling?

Paramount Plus does not offer a pause or freeze option. You can only cancel or downgrade to the free tier. If you want to come back later, you will need to resubscribe and pay the current price.

Will canceling on Roku also cancel my Paramount Plus account on other devices?

If you subscribed through Roku, canceling on Roku only removes the Roku Channel subscription. If you also have a Paramount Plus account through the Paramount website or app, that account remains active and you will still be charged for it. You must cancel each subscription separately where you created it.

What if I forgot my Paramount Plus password?

Go to the Paramount Plus website and select Forgot Password. Enter the email address linked to your account and Paramount will send you a reset link. Use that link to create a new password, then sign in to your account to cancel. If you cannot access the email address on file, contact Paramount support for help recovering your account.

Can I cancel Paramount Plus through my Roku remote or voice commands?

No. You must navigate to the Paramount Plus app and use the on-screen menu to cancel. Roku voice commands and remote shortcuts do not have a cancellation function for individual subscriptions.