How to cancel SoundCloud Go or SoundCloud Go+ on any device

To cancel SoundCloud Go or SoundCloud Go+, log into your account on the web, go to your account settings, find the subscription section, and click the cancel button. The process takes about two minutes. Your access continues until the end of your current billing period — SoundCloud does not refund the portion of the month you have already paid.

If you subscribed through the SoundCloud app on iPhone or Android, you must cancel through that device's app store (Apple App Store or Google Play Store), not through SoundCloud's website. Cancelling in the wrong place leaves your subscription active and you will keep being charged.

If you subscribed through a third-party service like Stripe or PayPal, you can cancel either through SoundCloud's settings or by removing the payment method from that service. Removing the payment method alone stops the charge but may leave your SoundCloud account showing as active, which can cause confusion later.

Key Takeaways

  • Web and app subscriptions cancel in different places — web through SoundCloud settings, app through your device's app store.
  • Your subscription remains active through the end of your current billing cycle after you cancel, so you do not lose access immediately.
  • SoundCloud does not refund unused portions of your subscription, whether you cancel mid-month or on the last day.
  • If you subscribed through a payment service like PayPal, cancelling in SoundCloud settings is simpler than removing the payment method.

Cancelling a web subscription through SoundCloud settings

Open SoundCloud in a web browser and log in. Click your profile picture in the top right corner and select "Settings" from the dropdown menu. On the Settings page, look for "Subscription" or "Billing" in the left sidebar — the exact label depends on your account region.

Click into the subscription section. You will see your current plan (Go or Go+), the next billing date, and a button to manage or cancel your subscription. Click the cancel button. SoundCloud will ask you to confirm and may offer a discount to keep you subscribed — you can ignore this and proceed with cancellation.

After you confirm, you will receive an email confirming the cancellation. Keep this email. Your subscription remains active until the date shown in your settings, and you can still use all paid features until that date arrives.

Cancelling through the Apple App Store (iPhone or iPad)

Open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad. Tap your name at the top, then select "Subscriptions." Find SoundCloud in the list and tap it. Tap "Cancel Subscription" and confirm when prompted.

You will see a cancellation date — this is when your access ends. You can still use SoundCloud Go or Go+ until that date. If you change your mind before the cancellation date, you can resubscribe in the same menu without losing your saved tracks or playlists.

Cancelling through Google Play Store (Android)

Open the Google Play Store app and tap your profile icon in the top right. Select "Manage subscriptions" or "Payments and subscriptions," depending on your Android version. Find SoundCloud and tap it. Tap "Cancel subscription" and confirm.

Like the Apple process, your subscription remains active through the end of your billing period. You will receive a confirmation email from Google Play, separate from any email SoundCloud sends.

What happens after you cancel

Once your billing period ends, your account reverts to SoundCloud Free. You lose access to ad-free listening, offline downloads, and high-quality audio streaming. Your library, playlists, and follows remain in your account — nothing is deleted.

If you want to resubscribe later, you can do so at any time through the same method you originally used. Resubscribing does not restore any special pricing or trial period you may have received before.

If you are charged after cancelling

If you see a charge after your cancellation date has passed, the most common cause is cancelling in the wrong place. If you subscribed through an app, cancelling on the website does not stop the charge. Log into the app store where you subscribed and cancel there instead.

If you cancelled in the correct place and were still charged, contact SoundCloud Support through your account settings. Provide them with your cancellation confirmation email and the date of the unexpected charge. SoundCloud can issue a refund for charges after your cancellation date, though this usually takes five to ten business days to appear in your account.

Downgrading instead of cancelling

If you want to keep a SoundCloud account but do not want to pay, you can downgrade to SoundCloud Free instead of cancelling entirely. Free accounts let you stream unlimited music with ads, create playlists, and follow artists — you just cannot download tracks or remove ads.

To downgrade, follow the same steps as cancellation but look for a "Downgrade" option instead of "Cancel." Not all regions offer this option; if you do not see it, cancelling and then signing back in as a free user accomplishes the same thing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I get a refund if I cancel mid-month?

No. SoundCloud does not refund unused portions of your subscription. If you cancel on the 15th of a month and your billing date is the 1st, you have paid for the full month and will not receive money back. Your access continues through the end of that billing period.

Can I cancel my subscription and keep my playlists?

Yes. Your playlists, likes, follows, and all saved content stay in your account after you cancel. When you downgrade to SoundCloud Free or resubscribe later, everything is still there.

What if I subscribed through a family plan?

If someone else manages the family plan and you are a member, you cannot cancel the whole plan — only the plan owner can do that. You can remove yourself from the plan by going to your account settings and selecting "Leave Family Plan" or similar. The owner will need to add you back if you change your mind.

Will SoundCloud let me cancel if I have not used my account?

Yes. SoundCloud does not require you to use your account to cancel. You can cancel at any time, whether you have streamed music once or never opened the app.