How to Cancel Washington Post (2026 guide)
Cancelling Washington Post isn't always straightforward — it depends on how you're being billed. This guide walks through every method, whether you subscribed directly or through an app store.
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Quick Cancellation Overview
Cancel Online
Yes
Main Cancel methods
Website
Mobile App
App Store
Phone
Time to Cancel
2-5 mins
Instant for direct billing
Where to Cancel
Account Settings
Manage Subscription section
Most Washington Post subscribers are billed directly and can cancel from their account settings. If you subscribed through Apple, Google Play, or a promotional offer, you'll need to cancel through the original provider instead.
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Cancel Your Washington Post Subscription
Here's how to cancel Washington Post directly. If you're billed through a third party, see the alternative methods section.
Cancel Your Washington Post Subscription
Here's how to cancel Washington Post directly. If you're billed through a third party, see the alternative methods section.
Cancel Your Washington Post Subscription
Here's how to cancel Washington Post directly. If you're billed through a third party, see the alternative methods section.
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Sign in to your account
Go to washingtonpost.com and click Sign In in the top right corner. Enter your email and password to access your account.
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Open your account settings
Click on your profile icon in the top right, then select My Account from the dropdown menu.
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Navigate to subscription management
In your account dashboard, find and click on Manage Subscription or Billing Information section.
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Cancel your subscription
Look for Cancel Subscription or End Subscription button. Click it and follow the prompts, which may include a brief survey about your cancellation reason.
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Confirm cancellation
Complete the cancellation process and look for confirmation on screen. You should also receive a cancellation confirmation email within a few minutes.
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Washington Post-specific things to know
A few things that might affect your Washington Post cancellation.
Washington Post-specific things to know
A few things that might affect your Washington Post cancellation.
Washington Post-specific things to know
A few things that might affect your Washington Post cancellation.
Promotional subscriptions work differently
If you got Washington Post through Amazon Prime, student discount, or other promotion, you may need to cancel through that provider instead of directly.
Access continues until period ends
Gift subscriptions can't be cancelled early
Promotional subscriptions work differently
If you got Washington Post through Amazon Prime, student discount, or other promotion, you may need to cancel through that provider instead of directly.
Access continues until period ends
Gift subscriptions can't be cancelled early
Promotional subscriptions work differently
If you got Washington Post through Amazon Prime, student discount, or other promotion, you may need to cancel through that provider instead of directly.
Access continues until period ends
Gift subscriptions can't be cancelled early
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 who's actually billing you
Look at your credit card or bank statement. If it shows Apple, Google, or Amazon instead of Washington Post, you'll need to cancel through them.
2. Note your billing date
3. Deleting the app doesn't cancel
1. Check who's actually billing you
Look at your credit card or bank statement. If it shows Apple, Google, or Amazon instead of Washington Post, you'll need to cancel through them.
2. Note your billing date
3. Deleting the app doesn't cancel
1. Check who's actually billing you
Look at your credit card or bank statement. If it shows Apple, Google, or Amazon instead of Washington Post, you'll need to cancel through them.
2. Note your billing date
3. Deleting the app doesn't cancel
Alternative ways to cancel Washington Post
If you can't cancel through your Washington Post account, you may need to go through app stores or customer service. The right option depends on how you're being billed.
Alternative ways to cancel Washington Post
If you can't cancel through your Washington Post account, you may need to go through app stores or customer service. The right option depends on how you're being billed.
Alternative ways to cancel Washington Post
If you can't cancel through your Washington Post account, you may need to go through app stores or customer service. The right option depends on how you're being billed.
Google Play Store
Cancel here if you subscribed through the Google Play Store on Android.
Use the Direct link Below or
Open Google Play Store > Profile icon > Payments & subscriptions > Subscriptions
Google Play Store
Cancel here if you subscribed through the Google Play Store on Android.
Use the Direct link Below or
Open Google Play Store > Profile icon > Payments & subscriptions > Subscriptions
Live Chat Cancel
Washington Post offers live chat support for subscription cancellations during business hours.
Go to washingtonpost.com and scroll to the bottom
Click Contact Us or Customer Service
Select Live Chat option
Tell the agent you want to cancel your subscription
Live Chat Cancel
Washington Post offers live chat support for subscription cancellations during business hours.
Go to washingtonpost.com and scroll to the bottom
Click Contact Us or Customer Service
Select Live Chat option
Tell the agent you want to cancel your subscription
Phone Cancel
Call customer service if you need immediate cancellation help or can't access your online account.
1-800-477-4679
Phone Cancel
Call customer service if you need immediate cancellation help or can't access your online account.
1-800-477-4679
Apple App Store
Cancel here if you subscribed through the App Store on iPhone or iPad.
"Settings > Click [Your Name] > Subscriptions"
Read In-depth Guide on Cancelling IPhone Subscriptions:
Apple App Store
Cancel here if you subscribed through the App Store on iPhone or iPad.
"Settings > Click [Your Name] > Subscriptions"
Read In-depth Guide on Cancelling IPhone Subscriptions:
Email Support For Cancellation
Email customer service if you can't access your account or need help with cancellation.
help@washpost.com
Email Support For Cancellation
Email customer service if you can't access your account or need help with cancellation.
help@washpost.com
Google Play Store
Cancel here if you subscribed through the Google Play Store on Android.
Use the Direct link Below or
Open Google Play Store > Profile icon > Payments & subscriptions > Subscriptions
Apple App Store
Cancel here if you subscribed through the App Store on iPhone or iPad.
"Settings > Click [Your Name] > Subscriptions"
Read In-depth Guide on Cancelling IPhone Subscriptions:
Live Chat Cancel
Washington Post offers live chat support for subscription cancellations during business hours.
Go to washingtonpost.com and scroll to the bottom
Click Contact Us or Customer Service
Select Live Chat option
Tell the agent you want to cancel your subscription
Email Support For Cancellation
Email customer service if you can't access your account or need help with cancellation.
help@washpost.com
Phone Cancel
Call customer service if you need immediate cancellation help or can't access your online account.
1-800-477-4679
Before you cancel completely
If cost is the issue, you might be able to find a better deal instead of cancelling completely.
Before you cancel completely
If cost is the issue, you might be able to find a better deal instead of cancelling completely.
Before you cancel completely
If cost is the issue, you might be able to find a better deal instead of cancelling completely.
Downgrade your Washington Post plan
Washington Post offers different subscription tiers at various price points. You might find a cheaper option that still meets your news reading needs.
Basic Digital Access - Limited articles per month
Premium Digital - Full unlimited access
Print + Digital bundles available
Switch Your Billing Cycle
Washington Post often offers significant savings if you switch from monthly to annual billing.
Up to 40% savings with annual plans
Bundle Your Subscription Plan
Washington Post is sometimes included with other services or available through bundled deals.
Amazon Prime member discounts
Student pricing through university partnerships
Corporate subscription deals
Negotiate A Discount On Your Bill
Washington Post customer service occasionally offers retention discounts if you call to cancel. They may provide reduced pricing to keep you as a subscriber.
Many SAAS and subscription providers are also known to offer cancel discounts. These aren't always predictable.
Downgrade your Washington Post plan
Washington Post offers different subscription tiers at various price points. You might find a cheaper option that still meets your news reading needs.
Basic Digital Access - Limited articles per month
Premium Digital - Full unlimited access
Print + Digital bundles available
Switch Your Billing Cycle
Washington Post often offers significant savings if you switch from monthly to annual billing.
Up to 40% savings with annual plans
Bundle Your Subscription Plan
Washington Post is sometimes included with other services or available through bundled deals.
Amazon Prime member discounts
Student pricing through university partnerships
Corporate subscription deals
Negotiate A Discount On Your Bill
Washington Post customer service occasionally offers retention discounts if you call to cancel. They may provide reduced pricing to keep you as a subscriber.
Many SAAS and subscription providers are also known to offer cancel discounts. These aren't always predictable.
Downgrade your Washington Post plan
Washington Post offers different subscription tiers at various price points. You might find a cheaper option that still meets your news reading needs.
Basic Digital Access - Limited articles per month
Premium Digital - Full unlimited access
Print + Digital bundles available
Switch Your Billing Cycle
Washington Post often offers significant savings if you switch from monthly to annual billing.
Up to 40% savings with annual plans
Bundle Your Subscription Plan
Washington Post is sometimes included with other services or available through bundled deals.
Amazon Prime member discounts
Student pricing through university partnerships
Corporate subscription deals
Negotiate A Discount On Your Bill
Washington Post customer service occasionally offers retention discounts if you call to cancel. They may provide reduced pricing to keep you as a subscriber.
Many SAAS and subscription providers are also known to offer cancel discounts. These aren't always predictable.
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Want to cancel more than just Washington Post?
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Common Washington Post Cancellation Questions
Quick answers to common questions about cancelling your subscription.
Common Washington Post Cancellation Questions
Quick answers to common questions about cancelling your subscription.
Common Washington Post Cancellation Questions
Quick answers to common questions about cancelling your subscription.
Will I get a refund if I cancel Washington Post?
Will I get a refund if I cancel Washington Post?
Will I get a refund if I cancel Washington Post?
Can I cancel Washington Post online?
Can I cancel Washington Post online?
Can I cancel Washington Post online?
What happens after I cancel Washington Post?
What happens after I cancel Washington Post?
What happens after I cancel Washington Post?
Why can't I find the cancel button in my account?
Why can't I find the cancel button in my account?
Why can't I find the cancel button in my account?
Does deleting the Washington Post app cancel my subscription?
Does deleting the Washington Post app cancel my subscription?
Does deleting the Washington Post app cancel my subscription?
Can I cancel Washington Post from my phone?
Can I cancel Washington Post from my phone?
Can I cancel Washington Post from my phone?
How do I know if my Washington Post cancellation went through?
How do I know if my Washington Post cancellation went through?
How do I know if my Washington Post cancellation went through?
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Why people cancel Washington Post
Subscription price increased
Not reading articles regularly enough
Found free news alternatives
Only signed up for election coverage
Already getting news through other subscriptions
Why people cancel Washington Post
Subscription price increased
Not reading articles regularly enough
Found free news alternatives
Only signed up for election coverage
Already getting news through other subscriptions
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