How to Cancel Course Hero (2026 guide)

Cancelling Course Hero is straightforward if you know where to look. The process depends on how you signed up — through the website, mobile app stores, or a third-party billing provider. This guide covers all the methods.

Education

Learning

Consumer

Cancellation Summary

Cancel Online

Yes

Main Cancel methods

Website

Mobile App

App Store

Time to Cancel

2-3 mins

Instant for website

Where to Cancel

Account Settings

Subscription tab

Most Course Hero users sign up directly through the website and can cancel from their account settings. If you subscribed through a mobile app, you may need to cancel through the App Store or Google Play instead.

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Step-by-Step: Cancel Course Hero

These steps work for most Course Hero users. Your exact process depends on how you originally subscribed.

01

Log in to Course Hero

Go to coursehero.com and sign in with your email and password. Click on your profile picture or name in the top right corner.

02

Access account settings

From the dropdown menu, select Account Settings. This will take you to your account management page.

03

Find subscription settings

Click on the Subscription tab in the left sidebar. You'll see your current plan details and billing information here.

04

Cancel your membership

Look for the Cancel Subscription button and click it. Course Hero may ask why you're cancelling through a brief survey.

05

Confirm cancellation

Complete the cancellation process and check for a confirmation email. Your access continues until the end of your current billing period.

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Or skip the steps entirely

Our tool takes you straight to the cancel page. No hunting required.

Course Hero-specific things to know

A few things that might affect your Course Hero cancellation.

Access continues until billing period ends

You can still use Course Hero until your paid period expires, even after cancelling. Check your account for the exact end date.

No partial refunds available
Mobile app cancellation differs

Access continues until billing period ends

You can still use Course Hero until your paid period expires, even after cancelling. Check your account for the exact end date.

No partial refunds available
Mobile app cancellation differs

Good to know

Quick notes before you cancel.

1. Check who's billing you

Make sure Course Hero is actually charging you directly. If you signed up through an app store, you'll need to cancel there instead.

2. Deleting the app doesn't cancel
3. Note your subscription end date

1. Check who's billing you

Make sure Course Hero is actually charging you directly. If you signed up through an app store, you'll need to cancel there instead.

2. Deleting the app doesn't cancel
3. Note your subscription end date

More ways to cancel

Don't see a cancel option? Your subscription might be billed through one of these providers instead.

Google Play Store

If you subscribed through the Android app, cancel through Google Play Store subscriptions.

Use the Direct link Below or

Open Google Play Store > Profile icon > Payments & subscriptions > Subscriptions

Live Chat Cancel

Course Hero offers customer support chat for billing and cancellation assistance.

  1. Log into your Course Hero account

  2. Look for the chat support option in the help section

  3. Request cancellation assistance from support

Apple App Store

iPhone users who subscribed in-app need to cancel through their Apple ID subscriptions.

"Settings > Click [Your Name] > Subscriptions"

Read In-depth Guide on Cancelling IPhone Subscriptions:

Email Support For Cancellation

You can also request cancellation by emailing Course Hero customer support.

support@coursehero.com

Google Play Store

If you subscribed through the Android app, cancel through Google Play Store subscriptions.

Use the Direct link Below or

Open Google Play Store > Profile icon > Payments & subscriptions > Subscriptions

Apple App Store

iPhone users who subscribed in-app need to cancel through their Apple ID subscriptions.

"Settings > Click [Your Name] > Subscriptions"

Read In-depth Guide on Cancelling IPhone Subscriptions:

Live Chat Cancel

Course Hero offers customer support chat for billing and cancellation assistance.

  1. Log into your Course Hero account

  2. Look for the chat support option in the help section

  3. Request cancellation assistance from support

Email Support For Cancellation

You can also request cancellation by emailing Course Hero customer support.

support@coursehero.com

Other options to consider

If you're cancelling due to cost, you might want to explore these alternatives first.

Downgrade to a basic plan

Course Hero offers different subscription tiers with varying features and pricing. A basic plan might meet your needs at a lower cost.

  • Basic Plan - Limited unlocks per month

  • Premier Plan - Unlimited access and tutoring

Switch Your Billing Cycle

Switch from monthly to annual billing to save money

Annual plans typically offer significant savings compared to monthly billing

Downgrade to a basic plan

Course Hero offers different subscription tiers with varying features and pricing. A basic plan might meet your needs at a lower cost.

  • Basic Plan - Limited unlocks per month

  • Premier Plan - Unlimited access and tutoring

Switch Your Billing Cycle

Switch from monthly to annual billing to save money

Annual plans typically offer significant savings compared to monthly billing

Want to cancel more than just Course Hero?

Our complete guide walks you through cutting unused subscriptions.

Want to cancel more than just Course Hero?

Our complete guide walks you through cutting unused subscriptions.

Common Course Hero Cancellation Questions

Quick answers to common questions.

Will I get a refund if I cancel Course Hero?

Can I cancel Course Hero online?

What happens after I cancel Course Hero?

Why can't I find the cancel button?

Does deleting the Course Hero app cancel my subscription?

Can I cancel Course Hero from my phone?

How do I check if my Course Hero subscription is cancelled?

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About Course Hero

Course Hero is an online learning platform that provides access to study guides, course notes, practice problems, and tutoring services. Students can upload and share study materials while accessing millions of course-specific documents and expert explanations.

Why people cancel Course Hero

  • Semester ended or graduated

  • Found free alternatives

  • Subscription cost too high

  • Not using it enough anymore

  • Only needed for specific assignment

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