How to Cancel Apple Music (2026 guide)
The way you cancel Apple Music depends on where you signed up. We cover all the options below, including direct cancellation through Apple and third-party billing providers.
Music
Music
Music
Entertainment
Entertainment
Entertainment
Consumer
Consumer
Consumer
Cancellation Summary
Cancel Online
Yes
Main Cancel methods
Apple ID Settings
iPhone Settings
iTunes Desktop
Android App
Time to Cancel
2-3 mins
Instant cancellation
Where to Cancel
Apple ID Account
Subscriptions section
Apple Music is integrated directly into Apple's ecosystem, so cancellation happens through your Apple ID settings rather than a separate Apple Music account. This is true even if you're using Apple Music on Android or Windows.
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Search or upload a statement. Cancel everything you don't need in minutes.
Time for a subscription cleanout?
Search or upload a statement. Cancel everything you don't need in minutes.
Cancel Apple Music: Step-by-Step Instructions
These steps work for most Apple Music users. Your exact process depends on which device you're using to manage your Apple ID.
Cancel Apple Music: Step-by-Step Instructions
These steps work for most Apple Music users. Your exact process depends on which device you're using to manage your Apple ID.
Cancel Apple Music: Step-by-Step Instructions
These steps work for most Apple Music users. Your exact process depends on which device you're using to manage your Apple ID.
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Sign in to your Apple ID
Go to appleid.apple.com and sign in with your Apple ID credentials that's linked to your Apple Music subscription.
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Access your account settings
Click on Sign-In and Security, then navigate to the Subscriptions section in your account overview.
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Find Apple Music subscription
Locate Apple Music in your active subscriptions list and click Edit or Manage next to it.
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Cancel your subscription
Click Cancel Subscription at the bottom of the Apple Music details page. Confirm when prompted.
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Verify cancellation
You'll see a confirmation message and your subscription will show an expiration date. You keep access until your current billing period ends.
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Apple Music-specific things to know
Apple Music subscriptions can work differently depending on your device or plan. These tips cover common situations.
Apple Music-specific things to know
Apple Music subscriptions can work differently depending on your device or plan. These tips cover common situations.
Apple Music-specific things to know
Apple Music subscriptions can work differently depending on your device or plan. These tips cover common situations.
Family plans cancel differently
If you're on a Family plan, only the organizer can cancel for everyone. Individual members can't cancel just themselves.
Student plans require reverification
Your music stays in iCloud Music Library
Family plans cancel differently
If you're on a Family plan, only the organizer can cancel for everyone. Individual members can't cancel just themselves.
Student plans require reverification
Your music stays in iCloud Music Library
Family plans cancel differently
If you're on a Family plan, only the organizer can cancel for everyone. Individual members can't cancel just themselves.
Student plans require reverification
Your music stays in iCloud Music Library
Before you cancel, keep this in mind
These details can affect your cancellation timing or whether it goes through properly.
Before you cancel, keep this in mind
These details can affect your cancellation timing or whether it goes through properly.
Before you cancel, keep this in mind
These details can affect your cancellation timing or whether it goes through properly.
1. Check if you're the account organizer
Family sharing organizers control Apple Music for the whole group. If you're a family member, ask the organizer to remove you instead.
2. You keep access until billing period ends
3. Downloaded music becomes unavailable
1. Check if you're the account organizer
Family sharing organizers control Apple Music for the whole group. If you're a family member, ask the organizer to remove you instead.
2. You keep access until billing period ends
3. Downloaded music becomes unavailable
1. Check if you're the account organizer
Family sharing organizers control Apple Music for the whole group. If you're a family member, ask the organizer to remove you instead.
2. You keep access until billing period ends
3. Downloaded music becomes unavailable
Alternative ways to cancel Apple Music
If you can't cancel through your Apple ID website, try one of these device-specific methods instead.
Alternative ways to cancel Apple Music
If you can't cancel through your Apple ID website, try one of these device-specific methods instead.
Alternative ways to cancel Apple Music
If you can't cancel through your Apple ID website, try one of these device-specific methods instead.
Apple App Store
If you subscribed through your iPhone, iPad, or Mac, you can cancel directly from device settings.
"Settings > Click [Your Name] > Subscriptions"
Read In-depth Guide on Cancelling IPhone Subscriptions:
Apple App Store
If you subscribed through your iPhone, iPad, or Mac, you can cancel directly from device settings.
"Settings > Click [Your Name] > Subscriptions"
Read In-depth Guide on Cancelling IPhone Subscriptions:
Phone Cancel
Apple Support can help cancel your subscription if you're having trouble with online methods.
1-800-APL-CARE (1-800-275-2273)
Phone Cancel
Apple Support can help cancel your subscription if you're having trouble with online methods.
1-800-APL-CARE (1-800-275-2273)
In-Person
Visit an Apple Store for help cancelling your subscription. Bring your Apple ID credentials and photo identification.
Find locations at apple.com/retail
In-Person
Visit an Apple Store for help cancelling your subscription. Bring your Apple ID credentials and photo identification.
Find locations at apple.com/retail
Apple App Store
If you subscribed through your iPhone, iPad, or Mac, you can cancel directly from device settings.
"Settings > Click [Your Name] > Subscriptions"
Read In-depth Guide on Cancelling IPhone Subscriptions:
In-Person
Visit an Apple Store for help cancelling your subscription. Bring your Apple ID credentials and photo identification.
Find locations at apple.com/retail
Phone Cancel
Apple Support can help cancel your subscription if you're having trouble with online methods.
1-800-APL-CARE (1-800-275-2273)
Alternatives to cancelling your subscription
If cost is the issue, you might be able to downgrade or switch billing cycles instead of cancelling completely.
Alternatives to cancelling your subscription
If cost is the issue, you might be able to downgrade or switch billing cycles instead of cancelling completely.
Alternatives to cancelling your subscription
If cost is the issue, you might be able to downgrade or switch billing cycles instead of cancelling completely.
Switch to Voice plan
Apple Music Voice is a cheaper plan that works only with Siri commands. It costs less but has limitations on device control and features.
Individual: Full Apple Music experience
Voice: Siri-only access, lower cost
Student: Discounted individual plan
Switch Your Billing Cycle
Apple Music offers monthly and annual billing. Annual plans provide two months free compared to paying monthly.
Save 2 months with annual billing
Share Your Plan
Family plans cost only slightly more than individual but cover up to 6 people, making them much cheaper per person if you can share.
Bundle Your Subscription Plan
Apple Music is included in Apple One bundles with iCloud storage, Apple TV+, and other services for potential savings.
Apple One Individual: Music, TV+, Arcade, iCloud+
Apple One Family: Same services for up to 6 people
Apple One Premier: Adds News+ and Fitness+
Switch to Voice plan
Apple Music Voice is a cheaper plan that works only with Siri commands. It costs less but has limitations on device control and features.
Individual: Full Apple Music experience
Voice: Siri-only access, lower cost
Student: Discounted individual plan
Switch Your Billing Cycle
Apple Music offers monthly and annual billing. Annual plans provide two months free compared to paying monthly.
Save 2 months with annual billing
Share Your Plan
Family plans cost only slightly more than individual but cover up to 6 people, making them much cheaper per person if you can share.
Bundle Your Subscription Plan
Apple Music is included in Apple One bundles with iCloud storage, Apple TV+, and other services for potential savings.
Apple One Individual: Music, TV+, Arcade, iCloud+
Apple One Family: Same services for up to 6 people
Apple One Premier: Adds News+ and Fitness+
Switch to Voice plan
Apple Music Voice is a cheaper plan that works only with Siri commands. It costs less but has limitations on device control and features.
Individual: Full Apple Music experience
Voice: Siri-only access, lower cost
Student: Discounted individual plan
Switch Your Billing Cycle
Apple Music offers monthly and annual billing. Annual plans provide two months free compared to paying monthly.
Save 2 months with annual billing
Share Your Plan
Family plans cost only slightly more than individual but cover up to 6 people, making them much cheaper per person if you can share.
Bundle Your Subscription Plan
Apple Music is included in Apple One bundles with iCloud storage, Apple TV+, and other services for potential savings.
Apple One Individual: Music, TV+, Arcade, iCloud+
Apple One Family: Same services for up to 6 people
Apple One Premier: Adds News+ and Fitness+
The complete guide to cancelling unused subscriptions
Everything you need to know about finding and cutting what you don't use.
The complete guide to cancelling unused subscriptions
Everything you need to know about finding and cutting what you don't use.
The complete guide to cancelling unused subscriptions
Everything you need to know about finding and cutting what you don't use.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cancelling Apple Music
Common questions about cancelling Apple Music and what to expect.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cancelling Apple Music
Common questions about cancelling Apple Music and what to expect.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cancelling Apple Music
Common questions about cancelling Apple Music and what to expect.
Will I get a refund if I cancel Apple Music?
Will I get a refund if I cancel Apple Music?
Will I get a refund if I cancel Apple Music?
Can I cancel Apple Music online?
Can I cancel Apple Music online?
Can I cancel Apple Music online?
What happens after I cancel Apple Music?
What happens after I cancel Apple Music?
What happens after I cancel Apple Music?
Why can't I find the cancel button?
Why can't I find the cancel button?
Why can't I find the cancel button?
Does deleting the Apple Music app cancel my subscription?
Does deleting the Apple Music app cancel my subscription?
Does deleting the Apple Music app cancel my subscription?
Can I cancel Apple Music from my Android phone?
Can I cancel Apple Music from my Android phone?
Can I cancel Apple Music from my Android phone?
How do I check if my Apple Music subscription is fully cancelled?
How do I check if my Apple Music subscription is fully cancelled?
How do I check if my Apple Music subscription is fully cancelled?
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Updated on
Jan 21, 2026
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About Apple Music
Apple Music is Apple's streaming music service offering access to over 100 million songs, curated playlists, and exclusive content. The service integrates with Apple devices and includes features like lossless audio, spatial audio, and personalized recommendations.
Why people cancel Apple Music
Switched to Spotify or other platform
Not using it enough anymore
Prices increased or fees added
Already have music through another subscription
Free trial ending
Why people cancel Apple Music
Switched to Spotify or other platform
Not using it enough anymore
Prices increased or fees added
Already have music through another subscription
Free trial ending
Why people cancel Apple Music
Switched to Spotify or other platform
Not using it enough anymore
Prices increased or fees added
Already have music through another subscription
Free trial ending
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