Subscription Management

How to Cancel Apple Music Subscription: Complete Guide

Looking to cancel your Apple Music subscription? Whether you're cutting costs or switching to another service, this guide will walk you through the cancellation process step by step across all Apple devices.

Before You Cancel Apple Music

Here are a few important things to consider before cancelling your Apple Music subscription:

  • •Billing cycle - Your access continues until the end of your current billing period, even after cancellation.
  • •Downloaded music - Any music you've downloaded for offline listening will no longer be accessible after your subscription ends.
  • •Family Sharing - If you're the family organizer for an Apple Music Family plan, cancelling will affect all family members.
  • •Apple One bundle - If you have Apple Music as part of an Apple One bundle, you'll need to cancel the entire bundle or switch to a different bundle that doesn't include Apple Music.
  • •Library and playlists - Your library organization and playlists will be saved for 30 days after cancellation in case you resubscribe.

How to Cancel Apple Music on iPhone or iPad

The most common way to cancel your Apple Music subscription is through your iOS device:

1. Open Settings

Tap on the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad.

2. Tap on Your Apple ID

Tap on your name/Apple ID at the top of the Settings menu.

3. Select Subscriptions

Tap on "Subscriptions" to view all your active and expired subscriptions.

4. Find Apple Music

From the list of active subscriptions, find and tap on "Apple Music".

5. Cancel Subscription

Tap on "Cancel Subscription" or "Cancel Free Trial" at the bottom of the screen.

6. Confirm Cancellation

Tap "Confirm" when prompted to complete the cancellation process.

Alternate Method: Cancel Through the Music App

You can also cancel directly through the Apple Music app:

1. Open the Music App

Tap on the Music app on your iPhone or iPad.

2. Go to Listen Now Tab

Tap on the "Listen Now" tab at the bottom of the screen.

3. Access Account

Tap on your profile icon in the top-right corner of the screen.

4. Manage Subscription

Tap on "Manage Subscription".

5. Cancel Subscription

Tap on "Cancel Subscription" and confirm your choice.

How to Cancel Apple Music on Mac

If you prefer to cancel on your Mac computer:

Using the Music App (macOS Catalina or Later)

For newer macOS versions:

  1. Open the Music app on your Mac
  2. From the menu bar at the top of your screen, click "Account"
  3. Select "View My Account" (you may need to sign in with your Apple ID)
  4. Scroll to the "Settings" section and click "Manage" next to Subscriptions
  5. Find Apple Music in the list and click "Edit"
  6. Click "Cancel Subscription" and confirm your choice

Using the App Store (Alternative Method)

You can also cancel through the App Store:

  1. Open the App Store on your Mac
  2. Click on your name or profile picture in the bottom-left corner
  3. Click "View Information" at the top of the window
  4. Scroll to "Manage" and click "Manage" next to Subscriptions
  5. Find Apple Music and click "Edit"
  6. Click "Cancel Subscription" and confirm

Using System Settings (macOS Ventura or Later)

For the newest macOS versions:

  1. Click the Apple menu in the top-left corner
  2. Select "System Settings"
  3. Click on your name/Apple ID at the top
  4. Select "Media & Purchases"
  5. Click "Manage" next to Subscriptions
  6. Find Apple Music and click "Cancel Subscription"

How to Cancel Apple Music on Android

If you're using Apple Music on an Android device:

1. Open the Apple Music App

Tap on the Apple Music app on your Android device.

2. Access the Menu

Tap on the three dots or menu icon in the top-right corner.

3. Go to Account Settings

Tap on "Account" or "Account Settings".

4. Manage Subscription

Tap on "Manage Subscription".

5. Cancel Subscription

Tap on "Cancel Subscription" and follow the prompts to confirm.

How to Cancel Apple Music on the Web

You can also cancel through a web browser:

1. Visit Apple Music Website

Go to music.apple.com in a web browser.

2. Sign In

Sign in with your Apple ID and password.

3. Access Account Settings

Click on your profile icon in the top-right corner and select "Account Settings".

4. Manage Subscriptions

Look for "Manage Subscription" or "Subscriptions" options.

5. Cancel Subscription

Click on "Cancel Subscription" and follow the prompts to confirm.

Special Cancellation Scenarios

Cancelling Apple Music Family Plan

If you're the family organizer for an Apple Music Family plan:

  • The cancellation process is the same as for individual plans
  • All family members will lose access to Apple Music when the subscription ends
  • Consider informing family members before cancelling

Cancelling Apple Music in Apple One Bundle

If you have Apple Music as part of an Apple One bundle:

  1. Follow the steps to access your subscriptions (via Settings on iOS or System Preferences on Mac)
  2. Select your Apple One subscription
  3. You have two options:
    • Cancel the entire Apple One bundle
    • Choose "Choose Individual Services" to switch to individual subscriptions for the services you want to keep

Cancelling a Free Trial or Student Plan

For free trials or student subscriptions:

  • The cancellation process is the same as for regular subscriptions
  • Student plans require periodic verification of student status; cancelling may require re-verification if you resubscribe
  • Free trials typically end immediately upon cancellation

Troubleshooting Cancellation Issues

  • •Can't find cancellation option? - Make sure you're signed in with the correct Apple ID that was used to subscribe to Apple Music.
  • •Still being charged? - Contact Apple Support at support.apple.com or through the Support app on your iOS device.
  • •Subscription doesn't appear? - Check if you're subscribed through a third party like a mobile carrier or another service.

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