Cancel through your account settings on any device

The fastest way to cancel is to log into your New York Times account on their website or app, go to your account settings, find the subscription section, and select the option to cancel. The Times does not require you to call or email — you can end your subscription yourself in a few clicks. The cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing cycle, so you will keep access until that date.

If you subscribed through the Times' own website or app, this method works immediately. If you subscribed through Apple, Google Play, or Amazon, you will need to cancel through that platform instead, because the Times does not control those subscriptions from their own account page.

Key Takeaways

  • Log into your New York Times account, go to settings, and select cancel subscription — you do not need to call or email.
  • Your access continues until the end of your current billing period; cancellation does not cut you off immediately.
  • If you subscribed through Apple, Google Play, or Amazon, cancel through that app or platform instead of the Times website.
  • The Times will not ask you to provide a reason or offer a discount to keep you — you can cancel without negotiation.
  • After cancellation, you can still log in to your account; you simply lose access to paywalled articles once your period ends.

Step-by-step cancellation on the New York Times website

Go to nytimes.com and click the profile icon in the top right corner. Select "Account" from the menu. Look for a section labeled "Subscription" or "Manage Subscription" — this is where your current plan appears. Click on your subscription plan name or a button that says "Manage" or "Cancel Subscription." The Times will show you your current plan, billing date, and the date your access ends if you cancel. Confirm that you want to cancel.

After you confirm, the Times sends a confirmation email to the address on your account. Keep this email for your records. Your subscription remains active through the end of your billing cycle — if you pay monthly and your next charge date is March 15, you can read until March 14. If you pay annually, you keep access for the full year you paid for.

Cancelling a subscription through the New York Times app

Open the New York Times app on your phone or tablet. Tap the profile icon (usually in the top left or bottom right, depending on your device). Select "Settings" or "Account." Find "Subscription" or "Manage Subscription." Tap the option to cancel or manage your plan. Follow the same confirmation steps as the website — the Times will ask you to confirm, then send a confirmation email.

The app cancellation works the same way as the website: your access continues until your billing cycle ends. You do not lose access immediately after you tap cancel.

Cancelling a subscription bought through Apple, Google Play, or Amazon

If you subscribed to the Times through Apple's App Store, Google Play Store, or Amazon, you must cancel through that platform, not through the Times' website. The Times does not control these subscriptions.

Apple (iPhone or iPad): Go to Settings, tap your name at the top, select "Subscriptions," find New York Times, and tap "Cancel Subscription." Google Play (Android): Open Google Play, tap your profile icon, select "Payments and subscriptions," find "Subscriptions," select New York Times, and tap "Cancel subscription." Amazon: Go to Your Account, select "Memberships and Subscriptions," find New York Times, and click "Cancel Subscription."

Each platform processes the cancellation separately from the Times. You will receive a confirmation from Apple, Google, or Amazon — not from the Times — but your Times account will reflect the cancellation within a few hours.

What happens after you cancel

You keep full access to the Times until the end of your billing cycle. After that date, you can still log into your account and read the free articles the Times offers each month (usually three to five articles, depending on the section). Paywalled articles will show a message asking you to subscribe again. Your saved articles, reading history, and account settings remain in your account even after your subscription ends.

The Times does not delete your account or charge you again after cancellation. If you want to resubscribe later, you can log back in and start a new subscription at any time.

If you cannot find the cancel option

If you log into your account and do not see a subscription section, you may not have an active subscription — the Times only shows this section if a subscription is currently running. Check your email for a receipt from the Times, Apple, Google, or Amazon to confirm you have an active subscription and which platform it is through.

If you have an active subscription but cannot locate the cancel button, try logging out and logging back in, or try a different browser or device. If the cancel option still does not appear, you can contact the Times' customer service through their help page at nytimes.com/help. They can cancel your subscription for you, though this takes longer than cancelling yourself.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I lose access immediately after I cancel?

No. You keep full access until the end of your current billing cycle. If you pay monthly and cancel on the 10th of the month, but your next charge date is the 25th, you can read until the 24th. If you pay annually, you keep access for the full year you paid for.

Can the Times stop me from cancelling or ask me to pay a penalty?

No. You can cancel at any time without penalty, even if you are in the middle of an annual subscription. The Times will not charge you for the unused portion of an annual plan — you simply lose access when your cycle ends.

What if I subscribed through a third party like Apple or Amazon?

You must cancel through that platform, not through the Times website. The Times does not have access to those subscriptions. Go to your Apple, Google, or Amazon account settings and cancel from there.

Can I pause my subscription instead of cancelling it?

The Times does not offer a pause option. You can cancel and resubscribe later, but there is no way to temporarily freeze your subscription. If you think you might return, keep your cancellation confirmation email so you have a record of when your access ends.

Will my account be deleted after I cancel?

No. Your account stays active, and you can log in anytime. You will still see your saved articles and reading history. You simply lose access to paywalled content until you subscribe again.