How to cancel your Family Handyman subscription
You can cancel your Family Handyman subscription through your account settings on their website, or by contacting their customer service team directly. The method depends on how you signed up — whether through their main site, an app, or a third-party platform like Apple or Google Play.
Most cancellations take effect immediately, though you may retain access through the end of your current billing period depending on the subscription type. If you signed up through an app store rather than directly with Family Handyman, you will need to cancel through that platform instead.
Key Takeaways
- Direct subscriptions through familyhandyman.com can be cancelled in your account settings under billing or subscription management.
- App-based subscriptions through Apple App Store or Google Play must be cancelled through those platforms, not through Family Handyman directly.
- You should receive a cancellation confirmation email, which you should keep as proof in case you are charged again.
- If you are charged after cancellation, contact Family Handyman customer service with your confirmation email to request a refund.
Cancelling a subscription you bought directly from Family Handyman
Log into your account on familyhandyman.com using your email and password. Once logged in, look for an account menu — this is usually in the top right corner or under a profile icon. Select "Account Settings," "Subscription," or "Billing" depending on how the site labels it.
Find the section showing your active subscription. You should see your subscription type, the amount you are being charged, and the date of your next billing cycle. Look for a button or link that says "Cancel Subscription," "Manage Subscription," or "End Membership." Click it and follow the prompts to confirm cancellation.
Family Handyman will ask you to confirm that you want to cancel and may offer you a discount to stay. You do not have to accept any offer — simply proceed with cancellation. Once complete, you should see a confirmation message on screen and receive a confirmation email within a few minutes.
Cancelling through Apple App Store or Google Play
If you subscribed through an app on your phone or tablet, you must cancel through that app store, not through Family Handyman's website. Cancelling on the website will not stop charges from the app store.
For Apple App Store: Open the App Store app on your iPhone or iPad. Tap the profile icon in the top right corner, then tap "Subscriptions." Find Family Handyman in the list, tap it, and select "Cancel Subscription." Confirm the cancellation.
For Google Play: Open the Google Play app on your Android device. Tap the profile icon in the top right, then tap "Payments and subscriptions." Select "Subscriptions," find Family Handyman, and tap "Cancel subscription." Follow the prompts to confirm.
What happens after you cancel
Your access to Family Handyman content typically ends on the date your current billing period ends, not immediately. If you are in the middle of a monthly cycle and cancel on the 15th, you will usually keep access through the end of that month. Some subscriptions end access right away — check your confirmation email to see which applies to you.
You will not be charged again after cancellation. If you see another charge after your cancellation date, contact Family Handyman customer service with your cancellation confirmation email and ask for a refund. Keep that confirmation email for at least three months.
If you cannot find the cancel button
If you log into your account and cannot locate subscription settings, try searching the site for "manage subscription" or "billing." Some sites bury this option several clicks deep. If the website does not show an obvious way to cancel, contact Family Handyman customer service directly — they can cancel over the phone or email.
You can usually find contact information at the bottom of the Family Handyman website, often under "Contact Us" or "Customer Service." Have your account email and subscription details ready when you reach out.
Refunds and billing disputes
Family Handyman's refund policy depends on how long you have held the subscription and whether you are within a trial period. Check your confirmation email or the subscription terms you received when you signed up — these usually spell out the refund window.
If you were charged after cancelling, or if you believe you were charged in error, gather your cancellation confirmation email and any billing statements showing the unwanted charge. Contact Family Handyman customer service with these documents and request a refund. If they do not respond within a reasonable time, you can dispute the charge with your credit card company or bank.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I lose access to my saved articles or projects after I cancel?
This depends on Family Handyman's policy for your subscription type. Some subscriptions allow you to keep saved content after cancellation; others remove access immediately. Check your account settings or the terms you received when you subscribed. If you want to keep content, take screenshots or save articles before your access ends.
Can I get a refund if I cancel mid-cycle?
Family Handyman typically does not refund unused portions of a billing cycle, though some subscriptions have a trial period with a full refund option. Check the terms you received when you signed up. If you believe you have a valid reason for a refund, contact customer service — they may make an exception.
What if I cancel through the website but keep getting charged?
If you subscribed through an app store, cancelling on the website will not stop app store charges. You must cancel through Apple App Store or Google Play. If you cancelled in the right place and still see charges, contact Family Handyman with your cancellation confirmation and ask for a refund. You can also dispute the charge with your bank.
Can I pause my subscription instead of cancelling?
Some subscription services offer a pause option that stops charges temporarily without cancelling. Check your subscription settings to see if this option is available. If not, you will need to cancel and re-subscribe later if you want to return.