You can cancel your Washington Post subscription online, by phone, or through your payment method

The fastest way to cancel is to log into your Washington Post account, go to your subscription settings, and select the cancel option. Washington Post processes most online cancellations immediately. If you subscribed through an Apple or Google account, you will need to cancel through that platform instead — the Post cannot process those cancellations directly. If you subscribed by phone or have trouble accessing your account, you can call the customer service line at 1-844-WAPO-111 (1-844-926-7611) and speak to someone who can cancel for you.

The timing of your cancellation affects when your access ends. If you cancel mid-billing cycle, you typically keep access through the end of that cycle — you do not get a refund for unused time. Some subscriptions renew on different dates depending on when you signed up, so check your account to see your next billing date before you cancel.

Key Takeaways

  • Log into your Washington Post account and navigate to subscription settings to cancel online in minutes.
  • If you subscribed through Apple or Google, you must cancel through that app or account, not through the Washington Post website.
  • Cancellations take effect at the end of your current billing cycle, and you will not receive a refund for the remainder of that cycle.
  • Call 1-844-926-7611 if you cannot access your account online or need help walking through the cancellation process.
  • Save your cancellation confirmation email, which shows your final access date and any refund details.

Canceling through your Washington Post account online

Start by going to washingtonpost.com and signing in with your email and password. Click on your account icon or profile menu, usually in the top right corner of the page. Select "Subscription" or "Manage Subscription" from the dropdown menu.

On your subscription page, you will see your current plan, billing date, and payment method. Look for a button or link that says "Cancel Subscription" or "Manage Plan." Click it. Washington Post will ask you to confirm the cancellation and may offer you a discount to stay — you can decline and proceed. After you confirm, you will receive a confirmation email with your final access date.

Keep that confirmation email. It shows exactly when your access ends and whether any refund or credit is being applied. If you do not receive an email within a few minutes, check your spam folder or log back into your account to verify the cancellation went through.

Canceling a subscription through Apple or Google

If you signed up for the Washington Post through Apple News+, Apple's App Store, Google Play, or Google News+, you cannot cancel through the Washington Post website. You must cancel through the platform where you subscribed.

For Apple subscriptions: Open the Settings app on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Go to your name at the top, then "Subscriptions." Find Washington Post in the list and tap it. Select "Cancel Subscription" and confirm. On a Mac, go to System Settings > [Your Name] > Media & Purchases > Subscriptions.

For Google subscriptions: On an Android phone, open Google Play, tap your profile icon, and go to "Payments and subscriptions" > "Subscriptions." Find Washington Post and tap "Cancel subscription." On a computer, go to play.google.com, sign in, click your profile icon, and navigate to "Payments and subscriptions" > "Subscriptions."

The cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing cycle on that platform. You will receive a confirmation from Apple or Google, not from the Washington Post.

Canceling by phone or email

Call Washington Post customer service at 1-844-926-7611. Have your account email address or subscription number ready. A representative can cancel your subscription over the phone and will email you a confirmation. This route takes longer than online cancellation but works if you cannot access your account or prefer speaking to someone.

You can also reach customer service through the Washington Post website by clicking "Contact Us" at the bottom of the page. Select the subscription or billing option and submit a request. Response times vary, but the Post typically replies within one to two business days.

What happens after you cancel

Your access continues through the end of your current billing cycle. If your next billing date is in two weeks, you keep reading until that date passes. After that date, you will be logged out and will not be able to read articles beyond the free article limit (usually three to five articles per month for non-subscribers).

If you cancel and then change your mind, you can resubscribe at any time. Washington Post does not charge a penalty for canceling and restarting. You may see promotional rates if you resubscribe within a few weeks of canceling.

If you believe you were charged after canceling, contact customer service with your confirmation email and the charge date. The Post will investigate and issue a refund if the charge was an error.

Pausing instead of canceling

Some subscription plans allow you to pause rather than cancel. A pause temporarily stops your billing for a set period — usually 30 to 90 days — and then resumes automatically. This option appears on your subscription settings page if your plan supports it.

Pausing is useful if you want to keep your account active but do not want to pay for a few months. When your pause ends, you will resume paying at your regular rate. You can extend or end the pause before it expires by logging back into your account.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

No. Washington Post does not refund unused time in your current billing cycle. If you cancel on the 5th and your cycle ends on the 20th, you keep access through the 20th but do not receive a refund for those 15 days. You only pay for the time you have already been charged.

Can I cancel my subscription if I have an outstanding balance?

Yes. You can cancel even if you owe money, but the Post will still charge you for any unpaid balance. Contact customer service if you want to discuss payment options before canceling.

What if I subscribed as a gift?

If someone gave you a Washington Post gift subscription, you cannot cancel it yourself — only the person who purchased it can. If you want to stop receiving it, contact customer service with the gift code or the email address the gift was sent to, and they can help you end it.

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

Your saved articles and reading history remain in your account after you cancel. If you resubscribe later, you can access them again by logging in with the same email address.

How long does it take for the cancellation to show up in my account?

Online cancellations are usually instant — you will see the change reflected in your account settings within minutes. Phone and email cancellations may take up to one business day to process.