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Headspace 5.1MODERATE

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

Open headspace.com/subscription/manage and sign in.
Open official cancel page
Choose 'Cancel subscription' and confirm.
Open official cancel page
Access remains until period end.
Open official cancel page

Cancellation policy

Headspace bills automatically and renews until you cancel. Notice period: Cancel before renewal. 30-day money-back on first purchase; thereafter non-refundable (Apple/Google purchases final).

Cancel Headspace from account settings or the app store; free basics remain. Headspace offers 14 days free on the annual plan and 7 days free on the monthly plan. Both require payment details and renew automatically.

Fees & refund rules

Item	Rule	Source
Notice period	Cancel before renewal	Official ↗
Refund policy	30-day money-back on first purchase; thereafter non-refundable (Apple/Google purchases final).	Official ↗
Auto-renewal	On	Official ↗
Cancellation method	Web (account settings)	Support ↗
Free trial	Headspace offers 14 days free on the annual plan and 7 days free on the monthly plan. Both require payment details and renew automatically.	Official ↗

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Retention prompts

Expect 6/10 confirmation prompts before the final cancel. They are optional — continue to cancel.

Support contact

You may be asked to contact support (Support axis 3/10) before cancelling.

About Headspace

Headspace is a Fitness service available in Global. Headspace renews automatically until you cancel. Cancellation requires a notice period of Cancel before renewal. Refund terms: 30-day money-back on first purchase; thereafter non-refundable (Apple/Google purchases final).

Why Headspace scores 5.1/10

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

Locating the cancellation option is the hardest part of leaving Headspace — it scores 7.0/10, meaning the link is buried in account settings or hidden behind a help article.
Expect around 6.0 steps to complete the cancellation.
Refund terms are reasonably clear, scoring 5.0/10.
Headspace stacks retention prompts — 6.0/10 on confirmation screens, with “are you sure?” and pause or discount offers before you are done.
You may be pushed to contact support before cancelling (3.0/10 on this axis).
Everything can be done online with no phone call (0.0/10).

The net result: Headspace lands at 5.1/10 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: 7.0
Steps: 6.0
Refund visibility: 5.0
Confirmation prompts: 6.0
Contact support: 3.0
Phone: 0.0

FAQ

Will I keep access after cancelling Headspace?

Reverts to free content.

Can I reactivate Headspace later?

Resubscribe anytime.

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

If billed via Apple, cancel in iPhone Settings > Subscriptions.

Do I need to contact support to cancel Headspace?

You may be routed to a phone call or support contact before the final cancel.

Is my data deleted when I cancel Headspace?

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