Explainer
The Skimm 4.2MODERATE
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
Open iPhone Settings and tap your Apple ID.
Open official cancel pageSelect Subscriptions and choose theSkimm.
Open official cancel pageTap Cancel Subscription and confirm.
Open official cancel pageFor Android, cancel in Play Store > Subscriptions.
Open official cancel page
Cancellation policy
The Skimm bills automatically and renews until you cancel. Notice period: Cancel at least 24 hours before the period end to avoid the next charge. No refund for the current period; managed via Apple/Google.
The Skimm's paid app subscription is billed through the Apple App Store (or Google Play), so you cancel it in your device's subscription settings; deleting the app does not stop billing. A free trial is available — cancel before it ends to avoid the charge.
Fees & refund rules
| Item | Rule | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Notice period | Cancel at least 24 hours before the period end to avoid the next charge | Official ↗ |
| Refund policy | No refund for the current period; managed via Apple/Google. | Official ↗ |
| Auto-renewal | On | Official ↗ |
| Cancellation method | App Store / Google Play | Support ↗ |
| Free trial | A free trial is available — cancel before it ends to avoid the charge. | Official ↗ |
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About The Skimm
The Skimm is a Newsletters & Media service available in US. The Skimm renews automatically until you cancel. Cancellation requires a notice period of Cancel at least 24 hours before the period end to avoid the next charge. Refund terms: No refund for the current period; managed via Apple/Google.
Why The Skimm scores 4.2/10
Beyond the fees and refund rules, here is how The Skimm scores on cancellation friction — the six axes that decide how hard leaving really is.
- Finding the cancel button on The Skimm takes some digging — it scores 4.2/10.
- Cancellation is quick at roughly 4.8 steps.
- Refund and proration terms are opaque — this axis scores 10.0/10, so you often only learn what you get back at the final screen.
- There are few confirmation prompts (4.2/10), so the exit is relatively clean.
- No support contact is required to cancel (0.0/10).
- Everything can be done online with no phone call (0.0/10).
The net result: The Skimm lands at 4.2/10 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
- 4.2
- Steps
- 4.8
- Refund visibility
- 10.0
- Confirmation prompts
- 4.2
- Contact support
- 0.0
- Phone
- 0.0
FAQ
Will I keep access after cancelling The Skimm?
Access continues until the end of the current billing period.
Can I reactivate The Skimm later?
Resubscribe via the App Store or Play Store.
How do I cancel if The Skimm is billed through Apple or Google?
iOS subscription is managed in iPhone Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions.
Do I need to contact support to cancel The Skimm?
It cancels in your account settings — no support call is required.
Is my data deleted when I cancel The Skimm?
Cancellation stops billing. Profile and data retention follow the provider’s own privacy policy — check the official terms.
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