How to Cancel Apple TV+ Through Your Apple ID on iPhone, Mac, or Web

Apple TV+ is a great service for original shows and movies, but if you’re not using it anymore, you should cancel it before you get charged again. Many people don’t realize Apple TV+ renews automatically, and they end up paying $9.99 a month without even watching anything. Canceling isn’t hard, but it’s not always obvious where to go-especially if you signed up on your iPhone but now use your Mac. Here’s exactly how to cancel Apple TV+ through your Apple ID on iPhone, Mac, and the web, step by step.

Why You Might Want to Cancel Apple TV+

Apple TV+ costs $9.99 per month in the U.S. (prices vary by region). That’s cheaper than Netflix or Hulu, but if you’re not watching, it’s still money going out. You might have signed up during a free trial, forgot to cancel, or realized you don’t watch enough to justify the cost. Maybe you’re using Disney+ or Prime Video more. Or maybe you’re trying to cut back on monthly subscriptions. Whatever the reason, canceling Apple TV+ is a smart move if you’re not using it.

Unlike some services, Apple TV+ doesn’t lock you in. You can cancel anytime, and you’ll still have access until the end of your current billing period. No penalties. No hidden fees. Just stop the renewal.

How to Cancel Apple TV+ on iPhone

If you signed up on your iPhone, that’s where you need to cancel. Here’s how:

1. Open the Settings app.
2. Tap your name at the top of the screen.
3. Select Subscriptions.
4. Find Apple TV+ in the list and tap it.
5. Tap Cancel Subscription.
6. Confirm when asked.

You’ll see a message saying your subscription will end at the end of the current period. You won’t be charged again. You can still watch Apple TV+ until then.

Pro tip: If you don’t see Apple TV+ in the Subscriptions list, scroll down. Sometimes it’s hidden under "See All" or grouped under "Apple Services." If you’re still stuck, go to the Apple ID page on the web and check there.

How to Cancel Apple TV+ on Mac

Canceling on Mac works almost the same way:

1. Open the Apple menu (top-left corner) and select System Settings.
2. Click your name at the top.
3. Select Subscriptions on the left sidebar.
4. Find Apple TV+ and click it.
5. Click Cancel Subscription.
6. Confirm your choice.

If you’re using an older Mac with macOS Ventura or earlier, the path is slightly different:

1. Open the App Store.
2. Click your profile icon in the bottom-left corner.
3. Select View Account.
4. Scroll down to Subscriptions and click Manage.
5. Find Apple TV+ and tap Edit.
6. Then tap Cancel Subscription.

Either way, you’ll keep access until your billing cycle ends. No surprises.

How to Cancel Apple TV+ on the Web

If you don’t have your iPhone or Mac handy, you can cancel from any browser:

1. Go to appleid.apple.com in your browser.
2. Sign in with your Apple ID and password.
3. Click Subscriptions under the "Account" section.
4. Find Apple TV+ in the list.
5. Click Manage next to it.
6. Select Cancel Subscription.
7. Confirm the cancellation.

This method works whether you signed up on your iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, or even through a third-party device like a Roku or Samsung TV. Apple ties all subscriptions to your Apple ID, so canceling here affects everything.

What Happens After You Cancel?

After canceling, you’ll get a confirmation email from Apple. You’ll still be able to watch Apple TV+ until your current billing period ends. For example, if you canceled on January 7 and your next charge was due on January 15, you’ll still have access until January 14.

Once the period ends, you’ll lose access to new episodes and movies. You won’t be able to download or stream anything new. But any shows you’ve already downloaded will stay on your device until you delete them or log out of your Apple ID.

You won’t get a refund for the current period. Apple doesn’t prorate subscriptions. But if you were charged in error-like if you canceled but still got billed-you can request a refund through Apple Support.

Common Mistakes When Canceling Apple TV+

People often make these mistakes:

• Trying to cancel in the Apple TV app. That’s only for watching, not managing subscriptions.
• Thinking canceling on a smart TV works. You can’t cancel Apple TV+ from a Roku, Fire Stick, or Samsung TV. You must use your Apple ID.
• Assuming you’ll be refunded automatically. You won’t. You only keep access until the end of the billing cycle.
• Not checking if you’re still being charged after canceling. Always double-check your bank statement or Apple ID account page after canceling.

If you’re unsure whether you canceled successfully, go to appleid.apple.com and check your subscriptions. If Apple TV+ is gone from the list, you’re good.

Can You Re-Subscribe Later?

Yes. If you change your mind, you can turn Apple TV+ back on anytime. Just open the Apple TV app, tap your profile, and select "Subscribe." You’ll pay the current price, which might be different than when you canceled. Apple doesn’t keep your old rate.

There’s no discount for returning users. But you’ll still get a 7-day free trial if you haven’t used one in the past year.

What About Family Sharing?

If you’re part of a Family Sharing group and someone else paid for the subscription, you can’t cancel it yourself. Only the family organizer can cancel. If you don’t want to watch anymore, just stop signing in to the Apple TV app on your device. The subscription will still run, but you won’t be able to access content.

If you’re the family organizer and want to cancel for everyone, follow the steps above. Everyone in the family will lose access at the same time.

Still Seeing Charges After Canceling?

If you canceled but still see a charge on your bank statement:

• Check the date of the charge. If it’s before your cancellation date, it’s for the previous period.
• If it’s after, you might have canceled too late. Apple processes cancellations at the end of the billing cycle.
• If you’re certain you canceled in time and were still charged, request a refund through Apple Support.

To request a refund, go to reportaproblem.apple.com, sign in, find the Apple TV+ charge, and click "Report a Problem." Choose "I didn’t authorize this purchase" or "I no longer want this subscription." Apple usually responds within 24-48 hours.