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How to Cancel Apple Music
in 2026

Cancel Apple Music from any Apple device — keeps your downloaded songs until period ends.

By Marcus Webb·Last verified: January 2026
Quick Summary
Time needed
~2 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Refund possible
No
Notice period
Cancel anytime; access and downloads continue until billing date.
Available on
iOS · macOS · Web

Before you cancel: No refunds for Apple Music subscriptions.

How to Cancel Apple Music on Web (Recommended)

Cancelling via the website is the most reliable method and works for all subscription types.

1

On a Mac, open the Music app.

2

Click "Account" in the menu bar > "View My Account".

3

Scroll to "Subscriptions" and click "Manage".

4

Click "Cancel Subscription" next to Apple Music.

How to Cancel Apple Music on iPhone / iPad

1

iPhone Settings > tap your Apple ID.

2

Tap "Subscriptions" > Apple Music.

3

Tap "Cancel Subscription" and confirm.

How to Cancel Apple Music on Android

1

Open the Apple Music app > tap your profile.

2

Go to "Account" > "Manage Subscription".

3

Cancel subscription.

Pro Tips Before You Cancel

Still Can't Cancel? Here's What to Do

Contact Apple Music Support

Search "Apple Music cancel subscription support" for their current support page. Use live chat for the fastest response.

Block via Your Bank or PayPal

If you cannot cancel through the service, call your bank or credit card provider and ask them to block future charges. Most banks can also initiate a chargeback for unauthorized recurring charges.

Cancel via PayPal

If you pay via PayPal: Log in → Settings → Payments → Manage automatic payments → find Apple Music → Cancel.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens to my Apple Music library when I cancel?

Songs you've added from Apple Music's catalog disappear. Songs you've uploaded from your own files remain in iCloud Music Library.

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