Cancel through your New York Times account settings

Log into your New York Times account at nytimes.com. Click the profile icon in the top right corner and select "Account" from the dropdown menu. On the Account page, find the "Subscription" or "Manage my account" section — the exact label varies depending on whether you have a digital subscription, bundle, or print subscription.

Select "Cancel subscription" or "Manage subscription," then follow the prompts to confirm cancellation. The Times will ask why you're canceling and may offer a discounted rate to stay. You can decline and proceed with cancellation. Your access ends at the end of your current billing cycle, not immediately.

If you subscribed through the New York Times app on iOS or Android, you must cancel through that app's settings, not through the website. Go to your device's settings, find the subscription management section (Settings > [Your Name] > Subscriptions on iPhone; Settings > Apps > Google Play > Account > Subscriptions on Android), locate the Times subscription, and select "Cancel subscription."

Cancel a subscription purchased through a third party

If you subscribed through Apple News+, Amazon Prime, Google Play, or another bundled service, you cannot cancel through the New York Times website. Instead, you must cancel through the service where you purchased it.

For Apple News+: Open the Apple News app, tap your profile icon, select "Manage Subscriptions," find New York Times, and tap "Cancel Subscription." For Amazon Prime: Go to your Prime Video settings, find "Manage Your Prime Video," locate the New York Times add-on, and select "Cancel." For Google Play: Open Google Play, go to your account, select "Subscriptions," find the Times, and tap "Cancel Subscription."

Contact that service's customer support if the cancellation option does not appear. Some bundled subscriptions require you to call or chat with the third-party provider directly.

Key Takeaways

  • Cancel a direct New York Times subscription by logging into your account at nytimes.com, clicking your profile icon, and selecting "Cancel subscription" from the Account section.
  • If you subscribed through an app on your phone, cancel through your device's subscription settings, not through the Times website.
  • Subscriptions purchased through Apple News+, Amazon Prime, or Google Play must be canceled through those services, not through the New York Times.
  • Your access continues until the end of your current billing cycle; cancellation does not stop service immediately.
  • The Times may offer a discounted rate before you confirm cancellation, but you can decline and proceed.

What happens after you cancel

Your subscription remains active through the last day of your current billing period. If you cancel mid-cycle, you do not receive a refund for the unused portion. The Times does not prorate partial months.

After your subscription ends, you lose access to the paywall. You can still read a limited number of free articles per month (usually three to five, depending on how you access the site). If you want to resubscribe later, you can do so at any time through the same account or by starting a new subscription.

If you cannot find the cancel option

Some older accounts or subscriptions purchased through unusual channels may not show a standard cancellation button. Contact New York Times customer service directly. You can reach them through the "Help" section at nytimes.com/help or by calling 1-800-NYTIMES (1-800-698-4637).

Have your account email and subscription details ready when you contact them. Customer service can cancel your subscription over the phone or through chat and will confirm the cancellation date in writing.

Pausing instead of canceling

The New York Times does not offer a formal pause or suspension option. If you want to stop paying temporarily but keep your account active, contact customer service to ask about a temporary hold. They may be able to suspend your account for a limited time, though this is not may provide.

Otherwise, your only option is to cancel and resubscribe when you want to resume. Resubscribing does not reset your paywall counter, so you keep your free articles for the month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I get a refund if I cancel mid-month?

No. The New York Times does not refund unused portions of your subscription. Your account remains active through the last day of your billing cycle, but you do not receive money back for the days remaining after cancellation.

Can I cancel without logging into my account?

No. You must log into your New York Times account to cancel a direct subscription. If you cannot remember your password, use the "Forgot password" link on the login page to reset it. If you subscribed through a third party, you cancel through that service instead.

What if I subscribed through email and don't remember my password?

Go to nytimes.com and click "Sign In." Select "Forgot password" and enter the email address associated with your account. The Times will send a password reset link. Once you reset your password, log in and follow the cancellation steps above.

Do I lose my saved articles and reading history when I cancel?

Your saved articles and reading history remain in your account after cancellation. If you resubscribe later using the same account, your saved content will still be there. However, you cannot access paywalled articles without an active subscription.

How long does it take for cancellation to go through?

Cancellation is immediate once you confirm it. Your subscription remains active through the end of your billing cycle, but the cancellation is recorded in your account right away. You will not be charged again after your current period ends.