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How to Cancel Apple Music — Step-by-Step Guide (2026)

⏰ 1-2 minutes medium Last Updated: 2026-05-22 $10.99/mo Reviewed by Bill Vampire Editorial Team

Apple Music cancellation must be done through Apple's subscription settings — not through the Music app itself. The process differs slightly between iPhone, Mac, and web, but takes under 2 minutes on any platform.

Official account or cancellation path: Apple Music

Open your Apple ID subscription settings

On iPhone/iPad: Settings → tap your name → Subscriptions. On Mac: App Store → click your name → Account Settings → Subscriptions. On web: appleid.apple.com → Sign In → Subscriptions.

The fastest path on iPhone is: Settings → your name at the top → Subscriptions. Don't dig through the Music app.

Find Apple Music in your subscription list

Tap or click on Apple Music in your active subscriptions list. You'll see your current plan, price, and renewal date.

Tap "Cancel Subscription" or "Cancel Free Trial"

Scroll down and tap "Cancel Subscription" (red text). If you're on a free trial, it will say "Cancel Free Trial" instead. Apple will ask you to confirm.

Cancel before your trial ends to avoid being charged. Apple bills immediately when the trial period expires.

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Confirm cancellation

Tap "Confirm" on the confirmation dialog. Your subscription remains active until the end of your current billing period. You'll see the expiration date on the confirmation screen.

Your downloaded music and playlists will become unplayable after expiration. Any music you purchased (bought, not streamed) from iTunes remains yours forever.

⚠️ Watch out

✓ Refund may be possible

Apple offers refunds through reportaproblem.apple.com. Request within 14 days of a charge for the best chance of approval. Free trial charges that you forgot to cancel before expiry are commonly refunded as a one-time courtesy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I lose my playlists if I cancel Apple Music?
Your playlists and library metadata are preserved by Apple for some time. If you re-subscribe, they should reappear. However, you cannot play any songs until you re-subscribe.
Can I get a refund from Apple Music?
Apple offers refunds through reportaproblem.apple.com. You can request a refund for recent charges. They typically approve refunds for accidental renewals or if you cancel within a day of being charged.
What's the difference between canceling Apple Music and iTunes purchases?
Music you purchased from iTunes (bought individual songs/albums) is yours forever. Apple Music streaming content is only accessible while your subscription is active.
How do I cancel Apple Music on Android?
Open the Apple Music app on Android → tap the three dots menu → Account → Manage Subscription → Cancel Subscription. Or visit appleid.apple.com in a browser.

Related Cancel Guides

Spotify → YouTube Premium → Apple TV+ →

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Bill Vampire is an independent consumer advocacy service and does not constitute a bank, financial institution, or legal counsel. The information, cancel scripts, and refund guides provided are for educational and consumer communication assistance purposes only. While we make every effort to verify cancel paths and merchant refund policies, terms change frequently. For complex legal dispute situations, cardholder disputes, or fraudulent credit card charges, we highly recommend consulting with your card issuing bank directly or contacting a certified legal professional.