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How to Cancel QuickBooks (2026 guide)

Q: Will I get a refund if I cancel QuickBooks?

Monthly subscriptions are not refundable, but you keep access until the end of your billing period. Annual subscriptions cannot be refunded once they auto-renew.

Q: Can I cancel QuickBooks online?

Yes, most QuickBooks subscriptions can be cancelled directly from your account settings. If you don't see a cancel option, you may be billed through a third party.

Q: What happens to my data after I cancel QuickBooks?

Your company data remains accessible for one year after cancellation. You can view and export your information during this time, but cannot make new entries.

Q: Why can't I find the cancel button in my QuickBooks account?

This usually means you're being billed through a reseller, accountant, or third party instead of directly by Intuit. Check who's charging your payment method.

Q: Can I cancel QuickBooks Desktop?

QuickBooks Desktop is typically a one-time purchase, not a subscription. Only QuickBooks Online and add-on services like Payroll are subscription-based and can be cancelled.

Q: Does cancelling QuickBooks affect my tax returns?

No, cancelling QuickBooks doesn't affect previously filed tax returns. However, you should export your data before the one-year access period expires.

Q: Can I pause my QuickBooks subscription instead of cancelling?

QuickBooks doesn't offer a pause or freeze option. You can only cancel or downgrade to a lower-cost plan.

Cancelling QuickBooks isn't always straightforward — it depends on how you're being billed and which plan you have. This guide walks through every method, including subscriptions purchased directly from Intuit or through third-party resellers.

Software

Productivity

Business

QuickBooks Cancellation at a Glance

Cancel Online

Yes

Main Cancel methods

Website

Mobile App

Phone

Reseller

Time to Cancel

2-5 mins

Instant for direct billing

Where to Cancel

Account Settings

Billing & Subscription section

QuickBooks subscriptions often come with annual commitments and auto-renewal terms. If you purchased through a reseller or accountant, you may need to cancel through them instead of your QuickBooks account. Check your plan details before cancelling to avoid unexpected charges.

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Time for a subscription cleanout?

Search or upload a statement. Cancel everything you don't need in minutes.

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Time for a subscription cleanout?

Search or upload a statement. Cancel everything you don't need in minutes.

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Step-by-step

Tips & Tricks

Alternatives

FAQ

Step-by-step

Tips & Tricks

Alternatives

FAQ

Step-by-step

Tips & Tricks

Alternatives

FAQ

Step-by-step

Tips & Tricks

Alternatives

FAQ

Cancel Your QuickBooks Subscription

Follow these steps to cancel your QuickBooks subscription directly. If you purchased through a third party, see the alternative methods section.

Cancel Your QuickBooks Subscription

Follow these steps to cancel your QuickBooks subscription directly. If you purchased through a third party, see the alternative methods section.

Cancel Your QuickBooks Subscription

Follow these steps to cancel your QuickBooks subscription directly. If you purchased through a third party, see the alternative methods section.

01

Sign in to your QuickBooks account

Go to QuickBooks.com and log in with your Intuit ID. Make sure you're using the account that owns the subscription you want to cancel.

02

Navigate to account settings

Click your profile icon in the top right corner, then select Account and Settings from the dropdown menu.

03

Find billing and subscriptions

In the left sidebar, click on Billing & Subscription. This will show all your active QuickBooks subscriptions and payment details.

04

Cancel your subscription

Find the subscription you want to cancel and click Cancel subscription. You may be asked to complete a brief survey about your cancellation reasons.

05

Confirm cancellation

Review the cancellation details and click Confirm cancellation. You'll receive a confirmation email, and your access will continue until the end of your current billing period.

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QuickBooks-specific things to know

QuickBooks subscriptions can work differently depending on your plan or how you signed up. These tips cover common edge cases.

QuickBooks-specific things to know

QuickBooks subscriptions can work differently depending on your plan or how you signed up. These tips cover common edge cases.

QuickBooks-specific things to know

QuickBooks subscriptions can work differently depending on your plan or how you signed up. These tips cover common edge cases.

Annual plans can't be refunded after renewal

If you have an annual QuickBooks plan, you must cancel before your renewal date to avoid being charged for another full year. Intuit doesn't offer refunds once annual plans renew.

Desktop versions work differently

ProAdvisor discounts may affect cancellation

Annual plans can't be refunded after renewal

If you have an annual QuickBooks plan, you must cancel before your renewal date to avoid being charged for another full year. Intuit doesn't offer refunds once annual plans renew.

Desktop versions work differently

ProAdvisor discounts may affect cancellation

Annual plans can't be refunded after renewal

If you have an annual QuickBooks plan, you must cancel before your renewal date to avoid being charged for another full year. Intuit doesn't offer refunds once annual plans renew.

Desktop versions work differently

ProAdvisor discounts may affect cancellation

Before cancelling QuickBooks

These details can affect your cancellation timing or whether it goes through properly.

Before cancelling QuickBooks

These details can affect your cancellation timing or whether it goes through properly.

Before cancelling QuickBooks

These details can affect your cancellation timing or whether it goes through properly.

1. Check who's billing you

Look at your credit card or bank statement to see if you're being charged by Intuit directly or through a reseller. If it's not Intuit, you'll need to cancel through the reseller.

2. Your data stays accessible for one year

3. Consider your renewal date

1. Check who's billing you

Look at your credit card or bank statement to see if you're being charged by Intuit directly or through a reseller. If it's not Intuit, you'll need to cancel through the reseller.

2. Your data stays accessible for one year

3. Consider your renewal date

1. Check who's billing you

Look at your credit card or bank statement to see if you're being charged by Intuit directly or through a reseller. If it's not Intuit, you'll need to cancel through the reseller.

2. Your data stays accessible for one year

3. Consider your renewal date

Alternative ways to cancel QuickBooks

If you can't cancel through your QuickBooks account, you may need to go through phone support or your reseller. The right option depends on how you're being billed.

Alternative ways to cancel QuickBooks

If you can't cancel through your QuickBooks account, you may need to go through phone support or your reseller. The right option depends on how you're being billed.

Alternative ways to cancel QuickBooks

If you can't cancel through your QuickBooks account, you may need to go through phone support or your reseller. The right option depends on how you're being billed.

Reseller & Third-Party Billing

If you purchased QuickBooks through an accountant, retailer, or business partner, you'll need to cancel through them instead of your QuickBooks account.

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

Accounting firms and bookkeepers
Business consultants
Office supply stores (Staples, Office Depot)
Technology resellers

Third-Party Billing Guides

Reseller & Third-Party Billing

If you purchased QuickBooks through an accountant, retailer, or business partner, you'll need to cancel through them instead of your QuickBooks account.

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

Accounting firms and bookkeepers
Business consultants
Office supply stores (Staples, Office Depot)
Technology resellers

Third-Party Billing Guides

Phone Cancel

You can also cancel your QuickBooks subscription by calling Intuit customer support directly.

1-800-446-8848

Phone Cancel

You can also cancel your QuickBooks subscription by calling Intuit customer support directly.

1-800-446-8848

Reseller & Third-Party Billing

If you purchased QuickBooks through an accountant, retailer, or business partner, you'll need to cancel through them instead of your QuickBooks account.

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

Accounting firms and bookkeepers
Business consultants
Office supply stores (Staples, Office Depot)
Technology resellers

Third-Party Billing Guides

Phone Cancel

You can also cancel your QuickBooks subscription by calling Intuit customer support directly.

1-800-446-8848

Other options to consider

If cost is your concern, you might be able to downgrade your plan or switch billing cycles instead of cancelling completely.

Other options to consider

If cost is your concern, you might be able to downgrade your plan or switch billing cycles instead of cancelling completely.

Other options to consider

If cost is your concern, you might be able to downgrade your plan or switch billing cycles instead of cancelling completely.

Downgrade your QuickBooks plan

QuickBooks offers multiple tiers with different features and pricing. You might be able to switch to a cheaper plan that still meets your business needs.

Simple Start - Basic invoicing and expense tracking
Essentials - Includes bill management and time tracking
Plus - Adds inventory tracking and project profitability
Advanced - Full reporting and analytics features

Switch Your Billing Cycle

Switching from monthly to annual billing can save up to 50% on your QuickBooks subscription cost.

Annual billing saves 20-50% compared to monthly

Bundle Your Subscription Plan

QuickBooks is often bundled with payroll services, payments processing, or other Intuit products at a discount.

QuickBooks + Payroll bundle
QuickBooks + Payments processing
Full Intuit business suite

Downgrade your QuickBooks plan

QuickBooks offers multiple tiers with different features and pricing. You might be able to switch to a cheaper plan that still meets your business needs.

Simple Start - Basic invoicing and expense tracking
Essentials - Includes bill management and time tracking
Plus - Adds inventory tracking and project profitability
Advanced - Full reporting and analytics features

Switch Your Billing Cycle

Switching from monthly to annual billing can save up to 50% on your QuickBooks subscription cost.

Annual billing saves 20-50% compared to monthly

Bundle Your Subscription Plan

QuickBooks is often bundled with payroll services, payments processing, or other Intuit products at a discount.

QuickBooks + Payroll bundle
QuickBooks + Payments processing
Full Intuit business suite

Downgrade your QuickBooks plan

QuickBooks offers multiple tiers with different features and pricing. You might be able to switch to a cheaper plan that still meets your business needs.

Simple Start - Basic invoicing and expense tracking
Essentials - Includes bill management and time tracking
Plus - Adds inventory tracking and project profitability
Advanced - Full reporting and analytics features

Switch Your Billing Cycle

Switching from monthly to annual billing can save up to 50% on your QuickBooks subscription cost.

Annual billing saves 20-50% compared to monthly

Bundle Your Subscription Plan

QuickBooks is often bundled with payroll services, payments processing, or other Intuit products at a discount.

QuickBooks + Payroll bundle
QuickBooks + Payments processing
Full Intuit business suite

Want to cancel more than just QuickBooks?

Our complete guide walks you through cutting unused subscriptions.

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Want to cancel more than just QuickBooks?

Our complete guide walks you through cutting unused subscriptions.

Read the guide

Want to cancel more than just QuickBooks?

Our complete guide walks you through cutting unused subscriptions.

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Common QuickBooks Cancellation Questions

Quick answers to common questions about cancelling QuickBooks.

Common QuickBooks Cancellation Questions

Quick answers to common questions about cancelling QuickBooks.

Common QuickBooks Cancellation Questions

Quick answers to common questions about cancelling QuickBooks.

Will I get a refund if I cancel QuickBooks?

Can I cancel QuickBooks online?

What happens to my data after I cancel QuickBooks?

Why can't I find the cancel button in my QuickBooks account?

Can I cancel QuickBooks Desktop?

Does cancelling QuickBooks affect my tax returns?

Can I pause my QuickBooks subscription instead of cancelling?

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About QuickBooks

QuickBooks is cloud-based accounting software designed for small and medium-sized businesses. The platform offers features like invoicing, expense tracking, payroll management, and financial reporting. QuickBooks integrates with banks and third-party apps to streamline business financial operations.

Why people cancel QuickBooks

Found a cheaper accounting solution
Business closed or downsized significantly
Switched to a different accounting platform
Annual renewal price increased
Only needed it temporarily for tax season

Why people cancel QuickBooks

Found a cheaper accounting solution
Business closed or downsized significantly
Switched to a different accounting platform
Annual renewal price increased
Only needed it temporarily for tax season

Why people cancel QuickBooks

Found a cheaper accounting solution
Business closed or downsized significantly
Switched to a different accounting platform
Annual renewal price increased
Only needed it temporarily for tax season

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