How to Cancel Apple TV Plus — The Complete Guide

Apple TV Plus is Apple's streaming service at $9.99/month. Whether your free trial is ending or you have run out of shows to watch, canceling is straightforward but the method depends on your device.

How to Cancel Apple TV Plus on iPhone or iPad

1. Open Settings on your device.
2. Tap your name at the top (Apple ID).
3. Tap Subscriptions.
4. Find and tap Apple TV+.
5. Tap Cancel Subscription and confirm.

How to Cancel Apple TV Plus on Mac

1. Open the App Store on your Mac.
2. Click your name in the bottom-left corner, then Account Settings.
3. Scroll to Subscriptions and click Manage.
4. Find Apple TV+ and click Edit.
5. Click Cancel Subscription.

How to Cancel Apple TV Plus on the Web

1. Go to tv.apple.com and sign in.
2. Click the account icon in the top-right corner.
3. Select Settings.
4. Find your subscription and click Cancel.

How to Cancel Apple TV Plus on Other Devices

For Samsung TV, Roku, or Fire TV where you subscribed through those platforms:

1. Go to the subscription management section of that platform.
2. Find Apple TV+ in your active subscriptions.
3. Select Cancel or Unsubscribe.

Cancellation Methods Comparison

| Cancel Method | Difficulty | Time Required | Refund Eligible | |---|---|---|---| | iPhone / iPad | Easy | 2 minutes | Within 14 days of charge | | Mac App Store | Easy | 3 minutes | Within 14 days of charge | | Web (tv.apple.com) | Easy | 2 minutes | Within 14 days of charge | | Samsung / Roku / Fire TV | Easy | 3 minutes | Platform policy applies | | Phone (Apple Support) | Moderate | 10 minutes | Case by case |

What Happens After Canceling

• You keep access until the end of your current billing period.
• Downloaded content becomes unavailable after your subscription ends.
• Your account and preferences are saved if you resubscribe later.
• If Apple TV+ was part of an Apple One bundle, you may lose the bundle discount.

Best Apple TV Plus Alternatives

| Service | Monthly Price | Free Tier | Originals Library | Offline Downloads | |---|---|---|---|---| | Netflix | $6.99-$22.99 | No | Very Large | Yes | | Amazon Prime Video | $8.99 | No | Large | Yes | | Peacock | $0-$13.99 | Yes | Medium | Premium only | | Tubi | Free | Yes | Small (licensed) | No | | Paramount Plus | $5.99-$11.99 | No | Medium | Yes |

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I lose Apple TV Plus if I cancel Apple One?

If you subscribed to Apple TV+ through Apple One, canceling the bundle cancels all included services. You can resubscribe to Apple TV+ individually if you want to keep just that service.

Can I get a refund from Apple TV Plus?

Apple may grant a refund if you request one within 14 days of a charge through their Report a Problem page at reportaproblem.apple.com.

Will I lose my purchased movies and shows?

No. Content you purchased (not rented) through iTunes or Apple TV remains available regardless of your Apple TV+ subscription status. Only Apple Originals require an active subscription.