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How to Cancel Final Fantasy XIV (2026 guide)

Q: Will I get a refund if I cancel Final Fantasy XIV?

No, FFXIV subscriptions are non-refundable. However, you can continue playing until your current billing period ends even after cancelling auto-renewal.

Q: Can I cancel Final Fantasy XIV online?

Yes, you can cancel online through the Square Enix Mog Station if you subscribed directly. Steam, PlayStation, and Xbox users must cancel through their respective platforms.

Q: What happens to my character after I cancel FFXIV?

Your character data is saved for 90 days after your subscription expires. You can reactivate and continue playing exactly where you left off during this period.

Q: Does deleting the FFXIV launcher cancel my subscription?

No, uninstalling the game does not cancel your subscription. You must cancel through the platform where you're being billed to stop future charges.

Q: Can I cancel FFXIV from the game itself?

No, you cannot cancel your subscription from within the game. You must use the Mog Station website or the platform where you originally subscribed.

Q: How do I check if my FFXIV subscription is fully cancelled?

Log into Mog Station and check your Service Account Status. It should show 'No Auto-Renewal' or 'Cancelled' if the cancellation went through properly.

There are several ways to cancel Final Fantasy XIV depending on where you originally subscribed. This guide covers cancellation through the Square Enix Mog Station, Steam, PlayStation, and other platforms where you might be billed.

Gaming

Entertainment

Consumer

Quick Cancellation Overview

Cancel Online

Yes

Main Cancel methods

Mog Station

Steam

PlayStation Store

Xbox Store

Time to Cancel

2-5 mins

Varies by platform

Where to Cancel

Account Management

Platform-specific settings

Final Fantasy XIV subscriptions can be managed through multiple platforms - Square Enix Mog Station, Steam, PlayStation, or Xbox depending on where you originally purchased the game. You must cancel through the same platform where your subscription is active.

Managing more than one subscription?

If you're cancelling more than just Final Fantasy XIV, our cancel tool can help you cancel your subscriptions easily in one place.

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Managing more than one subscription?

If you're cancelling more than just Final Fantasy XIV, our cancel tool can help you cancel your subscriptions easily in one place.

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Managing more than one subscription?

If you're cancelling more than just Final Fantasy XIV, our cancel tool can help you cancel your subscriptions easily in one place.

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Tips & Tricks

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Cancel Final Fantasy XIV: Step-by-Step Instructions

These steps work for most Square Enix direct subscribers. If you subscribed through Steam, PlayStation, or Xbox, see the alternative methods section below.

Cancel Final Fantasy XIV: Step-by-Step Instructions

These steps work for most Square Enix direct subscribers. If you subscribed through Steam, PlayStation, or Xbox, see the alternative methods section below.

Cancel Final Fantasy XIV: Step-by-Step Instructions

These steps work for most Square Enix direct subscribers. If you subscribed through Steam, PlayStation, or Xbox, see the alternative methods section below.

01

Log into Mog Station

Go to the official Square Enix Mog Station website and sign in with your Square Enix account credentials.

02

Navigate to service account settings

Once logged in, click on your Service Account Status section to view your active FFXIV subscription details.

03

Find subscription options

Look for the Subscription section and click on Cancel Subscription or Subscription Options.

04

Confirm cancellation

Select Cancel Automatic Renewal and confirm your decision. You may be asked to complete a brief survey about your cancellation.

05

Verify cancellation status

Check that your subscription status shows as Cancelled or No Auto-Renewal. You'll continue to have access until your current billing period ends.

Or skip the steps entirely

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

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Or skip the steps entirely

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

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Or skip the steps entirely

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

Try the cancel tool

Final Fantasy XIV-specific things to know

FFXIV subscriptions work differently depending on your platform and region. These tips cover important details specific to this service.

Final Fantasy XIV-specific things to know

FFXIV subscriptions work differently depending on your platform and region. These tips cover important details specific to this service.

Final Fantasy XIV-specific things to know

FFXIV subscriptions work differently depending on your platform and region. These tips cover important details specific to this service.

Characters remain saved for 90 days

Your character data and progress are preserved for 90 days after cancellation, so you can reactivate without losing anything if you return.

Entry vs Standard subscription differences

Game time cards don't auto-renew

Free login campaigns occasionally available

Characters remain saved for 90 days

Your character data and progress are preserved for 90 days after cancellation, so you can reactivate without losing anything if you return.

Entry vs Standard subscription differences

Game time cards don't auto-renew

Free login campaigns occasionally available

Characters remain saved for 90 days

Your character data and progress are preserved for 90 days after cancellation, so you can reactivate without losing anything if you return.

Entry vs Standard subscription differences

Game time cards don't auto-renew

Free login campaigns occasionally available

Before you cancel, keep this in mind

A few things that might affect your cancellation timing or save you some hassle later.

Before you cancel, keep this in mind

A few things that might affect your cancellation timing or save you some hassle later.

Before you cancel, keep this in mind

A few things that might affect your cancellation timing or save you some hassle later.

1. Check which platform bills you

Make sure you're cancelling through the right platform. Steam, PlayStation, and Xbox subscribers can't cancel through Mog Station - they need to use their respective store subscriptions.

2. Access continues until billing period ends

3. Consider the upcoming patch schedule

1. Check which platform bills you

Make sure you're cancelling through the right platform. Steam, PlayStation, and Xbox subscribers can't cancel through Mog Station - they need to use their respective store subscriptions.

2. Access continues until billing period ends

3. Consider the upcoming patch schedule

1. Check which platform bills you

Make sure you're cancelling through the right platform. Steam, PlayStation, and Xbox subscribers can't cancel through Mog Station - they need to use their respective store subscriptions.

2. Access continues until billing period ends

3. Consider the upcoming patch schedule

Alternative ways to cancel Final Fantasy XIV

If you can't cancel through Mog Station, your subscription is likely managed through the platform where you bought the game. Try one of these methods instead.

Alternative ways to cancel Final Fantasy XIV

If you can't cancel through Mog Station, your subscription is likely managed through the platform where you bought the game. Try one of these methods instead.

Alternative ways to cancel Final Fantasy XIV

If you can't cancel through Mog Station, your subscription is likely managed through the platform where you bought the game. Try one of these methods instead.

Reseller & Third-Party Billing

If you purchased FFXIV through Steam, PlayStation, or Xbox, you need to cancel through their subscription management systems.

Check your bank or credit card statement to see who charged you.

Steam - Cancel through Steam wallet subscriptions
PlayStation Store - Manage through PS account subscriptions
Xbox Store - Cancel through Xbox Game Pass or Microsoft subscriptions

Third-Party Billing Guides

Reseller & Third-Party Billing

If you purchased FFXIV through Steam, PlayStation, or Xbox, you need to cancel through their subscription management systems.

Check your bank or credit card statement to see who charged you.

Steam - Cancel through Steam wallet subscriptions
PlayStation Store - Manage through PS account subscriptions
Xbox Store - Cancel through Xbox Game Pass or Microsoft subscriptions

Third-Party Billing Guides

Reseller & Third-Party Billing

If you purchased FFXIV through Steam, PlayStation, or Xbox, you need to cancel through their subscription management systems.

Check your bank or credit card statement to see who charged you.

Steam - Cancel through Steam wallet subscriptions
PlayStation Store - Manage through PS account subscriptions
Xbox Store - Cancel through Xbox Game Pass or Microsoft subscriptions

Third-Party Billing Guides

Other options to consider

If cost or time is the issue, you might be able to adjust your subscription instead of cancelling completely.

Other options to consider

If cost or time is the issue, you might be able to adjust your subscription instead of cancelling completely.

Other options to consider

If cost or time is the issue, you might be able to adjust your subscription instead of cancelling completely.

Switch to Entry subscription

If you're on the Standard plan but only play one character, the Entry subscription costs less per month.

Entry tier allows one character per world for a lower monthly fee, while Standard allows up to eight characters per world.

Switch to Entry subscription

If you're on the Standard plan but only play one character, the Entry subscription costs less per month.

Entry tier allows one character per world for a lower monthly fee, while Standard allows up to eight characters per world.

Switch to Entry subscription

If you're on the Standard plan but only play one character, the Entry subscription costs less per month.

Entry tier allows one character per world for a lower monthly fee, while Standard allows up to eight characters per world.

Ready for a full subscription cleanup?

Our guide covers how to find, evaluate, and cancel your unused subscriptions.

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Ready for a full subscription cleanup?

Our guide covers how to find, evaluate, and cancel your unused subscriptions.

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Ready for a full subscription cleanup?

Our guide covers how to find, evaluate, and cancel your unused subscriptions.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cancelling Final Fantasy XIV

Common questions about cancelling FFXIV and what to expect.

Frequently Asked Questions About Cancelling Final Fantasy XIV

Common questions about cancelling FFXIV and what to expect.

Frequently Asked Questions About Cancelling Final Fantasy XIV

Common questions about cancelling FFXIV and what to expect.

Will I get a refund if I cancel Final Fantasy XIV?

Can I cancel Final Fantasy XIV online?

What happens to my character after I cancel FFXIV?

Why can't I find the cancel button in Mog Station?

Does deleting the FFXIV launcher cancel my subscription?

Can I cancel FFXIV from the game itself?

How do I check if my FFXIV subscription is fully cancelled?

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About Final Fantasy XIV

Final Fantasy XIV is a subscription-based massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) set in the fantasy world of Hydaelyn. Players create characters to explore dungeons, complete quests, and participate in large-scale raids with other players worldwide.

Why people cancel Final Fantasy XIV

Taking a break from gaming
Monthly subscription cost adds up
Completed current story content
Friends stopped playing together
Not enough time to justify cost

Why people cancel Final Fantasy XIV

Taking a break from gaming
Monthly subscription cost adds up
Completed current story content
Friends stopped playing together
Not enough time to justify cost

Why people cancel Final Fantasy XIV

Taking a break from gaming
Monthly subscription cost adds up
Completed current story content
Friends stopped playing together
Not enough time to justify cost

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