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Apple TV+ 4.3MODERATE

Verified 1 days ago Every cancellation path on this page was last re-verified on 2026-10-02. Cancel flows change — we track them.

Cancellation steps

On iPhone/iPad: Settings > [your name] > Subscriptions > Apple TV+.
Open official cancel page
Select 'Cancel Subscription'.
Open official cancel page
On Mac/Windows use the App Store or music app account settings; or see support.apple.com/HT202039.
Open official cancel page

Cancellation policy

Apple TV+ bills automatically and renews until you cancel. Notice period: Cancel at least 24h before renewal. Managed by Apple; refunds follow Apple Media Services terms. Trial must be cancelled 24h before renewal to avoid charge.

Apple TV+ is cancelled through the Apple subscription settings (not the TV app). Use Settings > [your name] > Subscriptions or reportaproblem.apple.com. Apple TV (formerly Apple TV+) gives new subscribers a free 7-day trial, then $14.99 per month. The separate "3 months free" offer requires buying an eligible Apple device and is not the standard trial.

Fees & refund rules

Item	Rule	Source
Notice period	Cancel at least 24h before renewal	Official ↗
Refund policy	Managed by Apple; refunds follow Apple Media Services terms. Trial must be cancelled 24h before renewal to avoid charge.	Official ↗
Auto-renewal	On	Official ↗
Cancellation method	App Store / Google Play	Support ↗
Free trial	Apple TV (formerly Apple TV+) gives new subscribers a free 7-day trial, then $14.99 per month. The separate "3 months free" offer requires buying an eligible Apple device and is not the standard trial.	Official ↗

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About Apple TV+

Apple TV+ is a Streaming service available in Global. Apple TV+ renews automatically until you cancel. Cancellation requires a notice period of Cancel at least 24h before renewal. Refund terms: Managed by Apple; refunds follow Apple Media Services terms. Trial must be cancelled 24h before renewal to avoid charge.

Why Apple TV+ scores 4.3/10

Beyond the fees and refund rules, here is how Apple TV+ scores on cancellation friction — the six axes that decide how hard leaving really is.

Finding the cancel button on Apple TV+ takes some digging — it scores 6.0/10.
Expect around 5.0 steps to complete the cancellation.
Refund and proration terms are opaque — this axis scores 6.0/10, so you often only learn what you get back at the final screen.
There are few confirmation prompts (4.0/10), so the exit is relatively clean.
No support contact is required to cancel (2.0/10).
Everything can be done online with no phone call (0.0/10).

The net result: Apple TV+ lands at 4.3/10 on our Friction Score — moderate. Use the verified steps on this page to cancel without hitting every wall.

What the score is made of

Find entry: 6.0
Steps: 5.0
Refund visibility: 6.0
Confirmation prompts: 4.0
Contact support: 2.0
Phone: 0.0

FAQ

Will I keep access after cancelling Apple TV+?

Access continues until the period ends.

Can I reactivate Apple TV+ later?

Resubscribe from the Apple TV app.

How do I cancel if Apple TV+ is billed through Apple or Google?

Cancelled in iPhone Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions.

Do I need to contact support to cancel Apple TV+?

It cancels in your account settings — no support call is required.

Is my data deleted when I cancel Apple TV+?

Cancellation stops billing. Profile and data retention follow the provider’s own privacy policy — check the official terms.

Apple TV+ ◐4.3MODERATE