How to Cancel Apple Music (2026)
Quick answer
Cancel Apple Music in your subscription settings: on iPhone, open Settings → tap your name → Subscriptions → Apple Music → Cancel Subscription. You keep access until the end of your billing period. You can also cancel from a Mac (Music app) or an Android phone (Apple Music app → Account).
Ways to cancel Apple Music at a glance
| Method | Available? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone / iPad | ✓ Yes | 3 steps |
| Mac or Android | ✓ Yes | 2 steps |
How to cancel Apple Music, step by step
iPhone / iPad
- 1Open Settings and tap your nameAt the top of the Settings app, tap your Apple Account banner.
- 2Subscriptions → Apple MusicTap 'Subscriptions', then select your Apple Music plan.
- 3Cancel SubscriptionTap 'Cancel Subscription' and confirm.
Mac or Android
- 1On a MacOpen the Music app → click your name (bottom of sidebar) → Account Settings → Manage under Subscriptions → Edit → Cancel.
- 2On AndroidOpen the Apple Music app → menu → Account → Manage Subscription → Cancel.
⏰ Deadline
Cancel at least 24 hours before your renewal date. Access continues until the end of the current billing period.
💵 Fees
No cancellation fee.
↩️ Refunds
Apple generally does not refund partial periods, but you keep access until your paid period ends.
Apple Music cancellation — FAQ
Where do I cancel Apple Music?
In your Apple subscription settings — on iPhone via Settings → your name → Subscriptions, or on a Mac/Android through the Music/Apple Music app account settings.
Will I lose my playlists and library after cancelling Apple Music?
Your purchased music stays, but playlists and saved library tracks from Apple Music streaming become unavailable once the subscription ends.
Can I cancel during the free trial?
Yes. Cancel before the trial ends to avoid being charged; you keep access until the trial's end date.
Sources
This guide is independently written and not affiliated with Apple Music. Cancellation terms can change at any time — always confirm the current policy on the official website before cancelling.