Cancel Spotify through the app or website in three steps
To end your Spotify subscription, log into your account on either the Spotify app or website, go to your account settings, and select the option to cancel. Spotify will stop charging you at the end of your current billing cycle — you keep access until that date arrives. The process takes about two minutes and requires no phone call or customer service contact.
You can cancel from any device where you can access your Spotify account. The steps are the same whether you pay Spotify directly or through a third party like Apple, Google Play, or Amazon. If you subscribed through one of those platforms, you have the option to cancel there instead, though canceling through Spotify itself is usually faster.
Key Takeaways
- Cancellation through Spotify's website or app stops future charges at the end of your current billing period, not immediately.
- If you subscribed through Apple, Google Play, or Amazon, you can cancel through those platforms instead, but Spotify's own site is the most direct route.
- Spotify will send you a confirmation email after you cancel, which you should keep as proof in case you are charged again by mistake.
- Downgrading to the free tier is an alternative to full cancellation — you keep your account and playlists but lose premium features.
Step-by-step cancellation through Spotify's website
Open a web browser and go to spotify.com. Log in with your email and password. Click your profile name or icon in the top right corner and select "Account" from the dropdown menu.
Scroll down to the "Subscription" section. You will see your current plan listed (Premium, Premium Duo, Premium Family, or Premium Student). Click the button labeled "Cancel Plan" or "Cancel Subscription." Spotify will ask you to confirm the cancellation and may show you a discount offer to keep your subscription — you can ignore this and proceed with cancellation.
After you confirm, Spotify displays a cancellation confirmation message on screen. Check your email for a confirmation message from Spotify within a few minutes. Your subscription ends on the date shown in that email, and you will not be charged again after that date.
Canceling through the Spotify mobile app
Open the Spotify app on your phone or tablet. Tap the gear icon (Settings) in the bottom right corner. Scroll down and tap "Subscription" or "Premium."
You will see your current plan and a button to manage or cancel it. Tap "Cancel Subscription" or "Cancel Plan." Confirm the cancellation when prompted. You will receive a confirmation email from Spotify within a few minutes, just as you would through the website.
The mobile app cancellation process works the same way on both iPhone and Android devices. If you cannot find the cancellation option in the app, use the website instead — the website version is sometimes easier to navigate.
If you subscribed through Apple, Google Play, or Amazon
If you signed up for Spotify through Apple's App Store, Google Play Store, or Amazon, you can cancel through Spotify's website using the steps above. Spotify will recognize the subscription and let you cancel it directly.
Alternatively, you can cancel through the platform where you subscribed. On iPhone or iPad, go to Settings, tap your name, select "Subscriptions," find Spotify, and tap "Cancel Subscription." On Android, open Google Play, go to "Manage subscriptions," find Spotify, and tap "Cancel." On Amazon, go to "Your Account," select "Memberships and Subscriptions," find Spotify, and select "Cancel Subscription."
Canceling through either route (Spotify or the third-party platform) produces the same result — your subscription ends at the end of your current billing cycle. There is no difference in timing or cost. Choose whichever method you find easier.
What happens after you cancel
After cancellation, you have access to Spotify until the end of your current billing cycle. If your billing date is the 15th of the month and you cancel on the 5th, you can use Premium features until the 15th. On the 16th, your account automatically converts to the free tier.
Your playlists, saved songs, and listening history remain in your account after cancellation. If you return to Premium later, all of this information is still there. You will not lose anything by canceling.
Once your subscription ends, you can still use Spotify's free tier, which includes ads and limited skips. You cannot download songs for offline listening or listen to specific songs on demand — you can only shuffle play on playlists and albums.
Downgrading to free instead of canceling
If you want to keep using Spotify but do not want to pay, you can downgrade to the free tier instead of canceling entirely. This keeps your account active and preserves all your playlists and listening history.
To downgrade, follow the same steps as cancellation: go to your account settings and select "Subscription." Instead of clicking "Cancel," look for an option to "Downgrade" or "Change Plan." Select the free tier. You will lose Premium features like ad-free listening and offline downloads, but you keep your account.
Downgrading is useful if you think you might return to Premium later or want to keep your account without paying. Cancellation is the right choice if you do not plan to use Spotify at all.
If you are charged after canceling
Spotify should not charge you after your cancellation date, but mistakes happen. If you see a charge after your subscription was supposed to end, check your cancellation confirmation email to verify the end date. If the charge occurred after that date, contact Spotify Support through the help section on their website or app.
Have your confirmation email ready when you contact support. Spotify can usually issue a refund for charges made after the cancellation date took effect. Keep records of all charges and cancellation confirmations in case you need to dispute the charge with your bank or credit card company.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I cancel Spotify anytime, or is there a contract?
Spotify month-to-month subscriptions have no contract. You can cancel at any time, and the cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing cycle. There is no penalty for canceling early.
Will I lose my playlists and saved songs if I cancel?
No. Your playlists, saved songs, and listening history stay in your account after cancellation. If you return to Premium later, everything is still there. You can also access your playlists on the free tier, though with limitations like ads and shuffle-only play.
How long does it take for cancellation to go into effect?
Cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing cycle, not immediately. If you cancel on the 5th and your billing date is the 20th, you have Premium access until the 20th. You will not be charged on the 20th.
Can I cancel a family or student plan?
Yes. The cancellation process is the same for Premium Family and Premium Student plans as it is for individual Premium. Go to your account settings and select "Cancel Subscription." The plan ends for all members at the end of the billing cycle.
What if I want to cancel just my portion of a family plan?
You cannot remove yourself from a family plan through the app or website. The plan owner must remove you from the family group. Contact the person who pays for the family plan and ask them to remove your account from their subscription.