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ClickUp 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
Click your Workspace avatar and open Settings, then Billing.
Open official cancel pageUnder your plan select 'Downgrade' or 'Cancel subscription'.
Open official cancel pageConfirm the cancellation choice in the dialog.
Open official cancel pageIf billed via App Store or Google Play, cancel through that platform instead.
Open official cancel pagePaid access remains until the billing period ends, then reverts to Free.
Open official cancel page
Cancellation policy
ClickUp bills automatically and renews until you cancel. Notice period: Cancel anytime; plan stays active until the end of the current billing cycle. No partial refunds for unused time; downgrades/cancellations take effect at period end.
ClickUp lets you downgrade or cancel from Settings > Billing, stopping auto-renewal with no partial refund. Paid access continues to period end, then the workspace moves to the Free plan. A free trial is available — cancel before it ends to avoid the charge.
Fees & refund rules
| Item | Rule | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Notice period | Cancel anytime; plan stays active until the end of the current billing cycle | Official ↗ |
| Refund policy | No partial refunds for unused time; downgrades/cancellations take effect at period end. | Official ↗ |
| Auto-renewal | On | Official ↗ |
| Cancellation method | Web (account settings) | Support ↗ |
| Free trial | A free trial is available — cancel before it ends to avoid the charge. | Official ↗ |
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About ClickUp
ClickUp is a SaaS service available in US. ClickUp renews automatically until you cancel. Cancellation requires a notice period of Cancel anytime; plan stays active until the end of the current billing cycle. Refund terms: No partial refunds for unused time; downgrades/cancellations take effect at period end.
Why ClickUp scores 4.3/10
Beyond the fees and refund rules, here is how ClickUp scores on cancellation friction — the six axes that decide how hard leaving really is.
- Finding the cancel button on ClickUp takes some digging — it scores 5.3/10.
- Cancellation is quick at roughly 3.7 steps.
- Refund and proration terms are opaque — this axis scores 9.1/10, so you often only learn what you get back at the final screen.
- There are few confirmation prompts (3.2/10), so the exit is relatively clean.
- No support contact is required to cancel (2.7/10).
- Everything can be done online with no phone call (0.0/10).
The net result: ClickUp 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
- 5.3
- Steps
- 3.7
- Refund visibility
- 9.1
- Confirmation prompts
- 3.2
- Contact support
- 2.7
- Phone
- 0.0
FAQ
Will I keep access after cancelling ClickUp?
Workspace converts to the Free plan at period end; all tasks and data remain available on Free limits.
Can I reactivate ClickUp later?
Upgrade again from Billing at any time to restore paid features.
How do I cancel if ClickUp is billed through Apple or Google?
Apple-billed subscriptions must be cancelled in iOS Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions.
Do I need to contact support to cancel ClickUp?
It cancels in your account settings — no support call is required.
Is my data deleted when I cancel ClickUp?
Cancellation stops billing. Profile and data retention follow the provider’s own privacy policy — check the official terms.
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