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Descript 3.2MODERATE

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

Sign in at web.descript.com or open the desktop app.
Open official cancel page
Open App Settings (Command/Control + comma).
Open official cancel page
If you own multiple Drives, select the correct Drive in the sidebar.
Open official cancel page
Go to the Plan tab and click Change plan.
Open official cancel page
Select Downgrade to Free (or pick a different paid plan to downgrade).
Open official cancel page
Select a reason for canceling (required) and click Cancel subscription, then follow the prompts to the confirmation.
Open official cancel page
To request a refund, submit a support request from the account's email within 48 hours of the invoice date.
Open official cancel page

Cancellation policy

Descript bills automatically and renews until you cancel. Notice period: The current plan stays active until the end of the billing cycle; make changes before the next renewal date.. Plan refunds within 48 hours of the invoice date; Editor seat refunds within 7 days of the invoice date; top-up purchases (extra Media Minutes / AI Credits) are non-refundable. No prorated refunds for unused time; refunds must be requested via a support ticket.

Cancel or downgrade in App Settings -> Plan -> Change plan -> Downgrade to Free; refunds require a support request within 48 hours (plans) or 7 days (editor seats). A free trial is available — cancel before it ends to avoid the charge.

Fees & refund rules

Item	Rule	Source
Notice period	The current plan stays active until the end of the billing cycle; make changes before the next renewal date.	Official ↗
Refund policy	Plan refunds within 48 hours of the invoice date; Editor seat refunds within 7 days of the invoice date; top-up purchases (extra Media Minutes / AI Credits) are non-refundable. No prorated refunds for unused time; refunds must be requested via a support ticket.	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 Descript

Descript is a AI Tools service available in United States. Descript renews automatically until you cancel. Cancellation requires a notice period of The current plan stays active until the end of the billing cycle; make changes before the next renewal date.. Refund terms: Plan refunds within 48 hours of the invoice date; Editor seat refunds within 7 days of the invoice date; top-up purchases (extra Media Minutes / AI Credits) are non-refundable. No prorated refunds for unused time; refunds must be requested via a support ticket.

Why Descript scores 3.2/10

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

The cancellation entry point on Descript is easy to find, scoring just 3.6/10.
Cancellation is quick at roughly 2.4 steps.
Refund and proration terms are opaque — this axis scores 8.4/10, so you often only learn what you get back at the final screen.
There are few confirmation prompts (2.1/10), so the exit is relatively clean.
No support contact is required to cancel (1.8/10).
Everything can be done online with no phone call (0.0/10).

The net result: Descript lands at 3.2/10 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: 3.6
Steps: 2.4
Refund visibility: 8.4
Confirmation prompts: 2.1
Contact support: 1.8
Phone: 0.0

FAQ

Will I keep access after cancelling Descript?

The account moves to the Free plan at the end of the billing cycle; existing projects remain accessible but previous paid features are lost. Top-up balances are preserved but unusable on Free and still expire 12 months after purchase.

Can I reactivate Descript later?

Upgrade again anytime from the Plan tab; a pending cancellation can be reversed before the cycle ends.

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

Cancellation follows the web/account path; app-store billing uses the platform subscription settings.

Do I need to contact support to cancel Descript?

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

Is my data deleted when I cancel Descript?

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

Descript ◐3.2MODERATE