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How to Cancel Max (HBO) — Step-by-Step Guide (2026)

⏰ 2-3 minutes easy Last Updated: 2026-05-22 $15.99/mo Reviewed by Bill Vampire Editorial Team

Max (formerly HBO Max) is straightforward to cancel online. No phone calls needed. Your access continues through the end of your current billing cycle.

Official account or cancellation path Max (HBO)

Go to your Max account page

Visit max.com and sign in. Click your profile icon in the top-right corner and select "Account" from the dropdown.

Find your subscription details

On the Account page, look for the "Subscription" section. It shows your current plan (With Ads, Ad-Free, or Ultimate) and next billing date.

If it says 'Billed through Apple/Google/Amazon/Roku', you must cancel through that platform instead.

Click "Cancel Subscription"

Click "Cancel Subscription" under your plan details. Max will show what you'll lose and may offer a discount or downgrade option.

Already charged? Keep the receipt and the cancellation confirmation. They are the useful part of a refund request.

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Confirm cancellation

Click through any retention offers and confirm on the final screen. You'll receive an email confirmation and keep access until your billing period expires.

If you're canceling because of price, try the cheaper 'With Ads' tier ($9.99/mo) before canceling entirely.

⚠️ Watch out

✗ Refund policy

Max does not offer prorated refunds. Your subscription remains active through the end of your billing period. Contact support for billing errors.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Max the same as HBO Max?
Yes. HBO Max was rebranded to Max in 2023. If you had HBO Max, your account was automatically migrated. The cancellation process is the same.
Can I get a refund from Max?
Max does not typically offer refunds for partial billing periods. For billing errors, contact Max Help Center. If billed through Apple/Google, request a refund through their systems.
Will I lose access to HBO content if I cancel Max?
Yes. All HBO originals, movies, and Max exclusives require an active subscription. You only keep access to content you've purchased separately through other platforms.
What's the cheapest Max plan?
Max With Ads is $9.99/mo (or $99.99/year). It includes the same content library but with advertising and no offline downloads.

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Independent guidance

Bill Vampire is not a bank or law firm. Cancel paths and merchant policies can change. Contact the merchant first for an ordinary billing problem. Contact your card issuer promptly if you do not recognize a charge or believe it is fraudulent.