How to Cancel YouTube Music (2026 guide)
Cancelling YouTube Music depends on how you signed up and which plan you have. This guide covers cancellation through the YouTube Music website, app stores, and third-party billing providers.
Music
Entertainment
Consumer
YouTube Music Cancellation at a Glance
Cancel Online
Depends
Main Cancel methods
Website
Mobile App
App Store
Google Play
Time to Cancel
2-3 mins
Instant for direct billing
Where to Cancel
Account Settings
YouTube Premium settings
YouTube Music often bundles with YouTube Premium or comes through Google One subscriptions. If you signed up through one of these bundles, you'll need to manage the entire package rather than just the music portion.
Cancel Your YouTube Music Subscription
These steps work for most YouTube Music users. Your exact process depends on how you originally subscribed.
01
Sign in to your account
Go to music.youtube.com and sign in with the Google account linked to your subscription.
02
Access your profile
Click on your profile picture in the top right corner, then select Paid memberships from the dropdown menu.
03
Find your subscription
Locate your YouTube Music Premium or YouTube Premium subscription in the list of active memberships.
04
Cancel subscription
Click Manage next to your subscription, then select Cancel membership and confirm your choice.
05
Verify cancellation
You'll receive a confirmation email and your access continues until the end of your current billing period.
YouTube Music-specific things to know
YouTube Music subscriptions can work differently depending on your bundle or how you signed up. These tips cover common edge cases.
Before you cancel, keep this in mind
These details can affect your cancellation timing or whether it goes through properly.
Alternative ways to cancel YouTube Music
Don't see a cancel option? Your subscription might be billed through one of these providers instead.
Other options to consider
If cost is the issue, you might be able to downgrade or switch billing cycles instead of cancelling completely.
YouTube Music Cancellation FAQ
Common questions about cancelling YouTube Music and what to expect.
Will I get a refund if I cancel YouTube Music?
Can I cancel YouTube Music online?
What happens after I cancel YouTube Music?
Why can't I find the cancel button?
Does deleting the YouTube Music app cancel my subscription?
Can I cancel YouTube Music from my phone?
Does cancelling YouTube Music affect YouTube Premium?
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About YouTube Music
YouTube Music is Google's music streaming service offering access to millions of songs, music videos, and live performances. The platform provides personalized recommendations, offline listening, and ad-free streaming with Premium subscriptions.
Why people cancel YouTube Music
Prices increased or fees added
Found a better or cheaper option
Already have music through another service
Not using it enough anymore
Confused about bundle billing
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