How to cancel Spotify

You can cancel Spotify through your account settings on any device — phone, tablet, or computer. The process takes about two minutes and stops your subscription at the end of your current billing cycle. You will keep access to Spotify until that date, then your account reverts to the free tier (if Spotify offers it in your region) or closes entirely.

Spotify does not charge a cancellation fee. Your subscription ends on the date you would normally be charged next, and you will not be billed again after you cancel.

Key Takeaways

  • Cancellation happens in your account settings under "Plan" or "Subscription" — you do not need to contact Spotify support unless something blocks the process.
  • Your access continues until the end of your current billing period, so cancelling on day one of a monthly cycle means you keep Spotify for a full month.
  • If you cancel through the Spotify app on your phone, you may need to go to the website instead, depending on your device and payment method.
  • Reactivating a cancelled account is straightforward: log back in and choose a plan, though Spotify may not restore your saved playlists if you wait too long.

Cancel through the Spotify website

Log into your Spotify account at spotify.com, then go to your Account page. Click your profile icon in the top right corner and select "Account" from the dropdown menu. Scroll down to the "Plan" section and click "Change plan" or "Manage subscription" (the exact wording varies by region).

On the next page, look for a button or link that says "Cancel subscription" or "Cancel plan." Click it, then confirm the cancellation when Spotify asks. You will see a confirmation message with your final billing date. Spotify will send a confirmation email to your account email address.

Cancel through the Spotify app on your phone

Open the Spotify app and tap your profile icon at the bottom right. Select "Settings and privacy" or "Settings," then scroll to "Subscription" or "Plan." Tap "Manage subscription" or "Change plan."

If you are on iPhone, you may be sent to the Apple App Store instead of Spotify's own system. In that case, open the App Store app, tap your profile icon at the top right, select "Subscriptions," find Spotify, and tap "Cancel subscription." If you are on Android, you may be sent to Google Play; open the Play Store app, tap your profile icon, go to "Manage subscriptions," find Spotify, and tap "Cancel subscription." If the app does not let you cancel directly, go to the website instead — that is the most reliable method.

What happens after you cancel

Your Spotify account remains active until the end of your current billing cycle. You can still listen to music, create playlists, and use all paid features during this time. After your final billing date, your account either converts to Spotify Free (which includes ads and has fewer features) or closes, depending on whether Spotify Free is available in your country.

Your playlists, followers, and saved songs are stored on your account. If you reactivate your subscription later, you will see them again. However, if your account sits inactive for a very long time, Spotify may delete your data — the exact timeframe is not publicly specified, so do not assume your playlists will wait indefinitely.

If you paid through Apple or Google

If you subscribed to Spotify through the Apple App Store or Google Play Store, you must cancel through that platform, not through Spotify's website. Cancelling on the Spotify website will not stop the charge from Apple or Google.

For Apple: Open the App Store, tap your profile icon, select "Subscriptions," find Spotify, and tap "Cancel subscription." For Google: Open the Play Store, tap your profile icon, go to "Manage subscriptions," find Spotify, and tap "Cancel subscription." After you cancel through Apple or Google, Spotify will stop charging you, but you may lose access immediately rather than at the end of your billing cycle — check the confirmation message to see your exact end date.

Reactivating your subscription

If you change your mind, log back into your Spotify account and choose a plan. You will be charged immediately for the new plan. Your playlists and saved songs will still be there (as long as your account was not inactive for years). If you originally paid through Apple or Google, you will need to reactivate through those platforms as well.

Spotify sometimes offers discounts to returning subscribers, though these are not may provide. Check your email after cancelling — Spotify may send you a promotional offer to come back.

Troubleshooting cancellation problems

If the "Cancel subscription" button does not appear, you may be on a free account already, or your subscription may be managed through a third party (like a family plan owner or a bundled service). If you are part of a Spotify Family plan, only the plan owner can cancel the entire plan; individual members can leave the family group instead.

If you subscribed through a third-party service like Hulu, Apple Music Bundle, or a mobile carrier, you must cancel through that service, not through Spotify. Check your credit card statement or the service's website to see where your Spotify charge is coming from. If you still cannot cancel, contact Spotify Support through the Help section of your account — they can cancel manually, though this usually takes a few business days.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I be charged after I cancel?

No. Once you cancel, Spotify will not charge you again. Your subscription ends on your next billing date, and you keep access until then. If you cancel mid-cycle, you are not refunded for unused time.

Can I pause my subscription instead of cancelling?

Spotify does not offer a pause feature. You can only cancel or downgrade to Spotify Free. If you want to stop paying but keep your account, downgrade to Free instead of cancelling — your playlists and followers will remain.

What if I subscribed through my phone's app store?

You must cancel through that app store (Apple App Store or Google Play Store), not through Spotify's website. Cancelling on the website will not stop the charge. Go to your subscriptions in the app store and tap "Cancel subscription" next to Spotify.

Do I lose my playlists when I cancel?

No. Your playlists, saved songs, and followers stay on your account. If you reactivate your subscription later, everything will be there. However, if your account remains inactive for a very long time, Spotify may eventually delete your data.

How do I cancel a family plan?

Only the plan owner can cancel the entire family plan. If you are a family member, you can leave the plan by going to your account settings and selecting "Leave family plan." The plan owner can remove individual members or cancel the whole plan from their account settings.