The steps to cancel Spotify depend on whether you use the app or website

You can cancel Spotify through either the mobile app or the web player. The process takes about two minutes. Your account closes immediately, though you may retain access to your music library until your current billing period ends — this varies depending on your subscription type and payment method.

Spotify does not charge a cancellation fee. If you paid for multiple months upfront, you cannot get a refund for unused time. If you cancel mid-month on a monthly plan, your access continues until the next billing date, then stops.

Key Takeaways

  • You can cancel through the Spotify app, the web player at spotify.com, or by contacting Spotify support directly.
  • Cancellation takes effect immediately, but your music access may continue until your current billing period ends.
  • Spotify does not refund unused subscription time if you paid upfront for multiple months.
  • After cancellation, you can reactivate your account within 30 days without losing your playlists and saved music.
  • If you cannot access your account, you will need your email address and password to cancel through the website.

Cancelling through the Spotify app on your phone

Open the Spotify app and tap the profile icon in the bottom right corner. Select "Settings and privacy," then scroll down and tap "Account." Look for the option labeled "Cancel subscription" or "Manage subscription" — the exact wording depends on your device and app version.

Tap the cancellation option and follow the prompts. Spotify will ask you to confirm and may offer you a discount to stay. You can ignore this offer and proceed with cancellation. Once you confirm, your subscription ends.

Cancelling through the Spotify website

Go to spotify.com and log in with your email and password. Click your profile name in the top right corner and select "Account." Under "Subscription," you will see your current plan. Click "Change plan" or "Manage subscription."

Select the option to cancel or downgrade. If you want to cancel entirely rather than switch to a free account, look for "Cancel subscription" on this page. Confirm your cancellation. Your account will close at the end of your current billing period.

What happens to your music and playlists after cancellation

Your playlists and saved music remain in your Spotify account. If you reactivate within 30 days, everything returns exactly as it was. After 30 days, Spotify may delete your account data, though your playlists may still be visible to other users if you shared them.

If you switch to Spotify's free tier instead of cancelling entirely, you keep all your playlists and saved songs. You will see ads and have fewer skips, but your library stays intact.

Cancelling if you cannot log in

If you forgot your password, go to spotify.com and click "Log in." Select "Can't log in?" and enter your email address. Spotify will send you a password reset link. Use that link to create a new password, then log in and cancel through your account settings.

If you no longer have access to the email address linked to your account, contact Spotify support through the website. You will need to provide information that proves you own the account, such as the payment method on file or the phone number you used to sign up. Support can then help you regain access or cancel the account.

Cancelling a family or student plan

If you are the account owner on a Spotify Family or Student plan, you can cancel the entire plan through your account settings using the same steps as a regular subscription. All family members lose access when the plan ends.

If you are a family member but not the account owner, you cannot cancel the plan yourself. You must ask the owner to remove you from the plan or cancel it entirely. The owner can do this by going to "Manage Family" in their account settings and removing individual members.

Refunds and billing after cancellation

Spotify does not refund subscription fees for time you do not use. If you paid for three months upfront and cancel after one month, you lose the money for the two remaining months. If you paid monthly, you are not charged again after cancellation takes effect.

Check your bank or credit card statement after cancellation to confirm no further charges appear. If you see a charge after your cancellation date, contact your bank or Spotify support immediately. Keep your cancellation confirmation email as proof of when you cancelled.

Reactivating your account within 30 days

If you change your mind, you can reactivate your Spotify account within 30 days of cancellation. Log back in with your original email and password. Your playlists, followers, and saved music will be exactly as you left them.

You will need to set up payment again. Spotify will not automatically charge you — you must manually restart your subscription through your account settings. After 30 days, your account data may be deleted and cannot be recovered.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I get a refund if I cancel Spotify mid-month?

No. Spotify does not refund unused subscription time. If you cancel on the 15th of a month and your billing date is the 1st, you lose access on the 1st of the next month, but you do not get money back for those 15 days. If you paid for multiple months upfront, that money is not refunded either.

Can I cancel Spotify without logging in?

You must log in to cancel through the app or website. If you cannot remember your password, use the "Can't log in?" option on Spotify.com to reset it. If you cannot access your email, contact Spotify support with proof of account ownership, such as your payment method or phone number.

What happens to my playlists if I cancel?

Your playlists stay in your account for 30 days after cancellation. If you reactivate within that window, everything returns unchanged. After 30 days, Spotify may delete your account data. Playlists you shared with others may remain visible to them even after your account closes.

Can I cancel a family plan if I am not the owner?

No. Only the account owner can cancel a Spotify Family or Student plan. If you want to leave the plan, ask the owner to remove you from "Manage Family" in their account settings. The owner can remove individual members without cancelling the entire plan.

How long does it take for Spotify to close my account after I cancel?

Your subscription ends immediately, but you may keep access to music until your current billing period ends. Your account data stays for 30 days, so you can reactivate if you change your mind. After 30 days, Spotify may permanently delete your account information.