Popular music streaming service Spotify offers a premium subscription called Spotify Premium for people who want to enjoy an enhanced listening experience with features such as ad-free music, offline downloads, and higher-quality audio. However, if you are looking to cut down on your subscriptions, switch to a different service, or return to the free version of Spotify, you need to cancel your Spotify Premium subscription. This guide will walk you through the process of canceling your Spotify Premium membership.
Also see: How to use Spotify web player
How to Cancel Spotify Premium on a Desktop
Canceling Spotify Premium from a desktop browser is one of the easiest ways to manage your Spotify subscription.
Open a web browser and go to Spotify’s official website. Click on Log In in the top-right corner and sign in to your Spotify account associated with your Spotify Premium subscription. Once logged in, click on your profile picture in the top-right corner. Select Account from the drop-down menu. On your Account Overview page, scroll down to the Your Plan section. Click Change plan at the bottom of this section. Scroll down to find the Spotify Free option under “Available plans.” Click Cancel Premium. Follow the prompts to confirm your cancellation.
Once the cancellation is complete, you will receive a confirmation message that your Spotify Premium membership will revert to the Spotify Free plan after the end of your billing period. You can continue enjoying Premium features until your subscription period ends and then you will be back to the Spotify free plan.
How to Cancel Spotify Premium on Android & iOS
Cancel Spotify Premium using the Spotify app
Spotify also lets you cancel your Premium subscription using its apps. Open the Spotify app and tap the profile picture at the top left corner. Now navigate to Settings and privacy > Account > See available plans. Select the plan you are enrolled in and scroll to the bottom. Here, tap Cancel Plan. Now tao Cancel Premium in the next page to confirm the cancellation.
Cancel Spotify Premium via Google Play on Android
If you subscribed to Spotify Premium via Google Play, you need to cancel it through the Google Play Store.
On your Android device, open the Google Play Store app. Tap your profile icon in the top-right corner. Select Payments & subscriptions from the menu and Tap Subscriptions. Locate Spotify in the list of active subscriptions. Tap Cancel subscription and confirm the cancellation by following the on-screen instructions.
Cancel Spotify Premium via iTunes on iOS or iPadOS
If you subscribed to Spotify Premium through the Apple App Store, you need to cancel Spotify Premium via your iPhone’s Apple ID settings.
On your iPhone or iPad, open the Settings app. Tap your name at the top of the screen to access your Apple ID settings. Tap Subscriptions. Find Spotify in the list of your active subscriptions. Tap on Spotify, then tap Cancel Subscription. Follow the prompts to confirm the cancellation.
FAQs
Why Can’t I Cancel My Spotify Premium Subscription?
If you are unable to cancel your Spotify Premium, it is because you have either subscribed to Spotify’s Annual plan or a plan that doesn’t auto-renew.
Can I cancel Spotify Premium after the free trial?
Yes, you can cancel your Spotify Premium subscription after the free trial.
What happens when I cancel Spotify Premium?
When you cancel Spotify Premium, your account will automatically revert to the free version once your billing cycle ends. You will lose access to all Premium features.
Will I get a refund after canceling Spotify Premium?
Spotify does not offer refunds for unused time after canceling your subscription. You can continue using Spotify Premium until the end of your billing period.
Can I re-subscribe to Spotify Premium after canceling?
Yes, you can re-subscribe to Spotify Premium at any time you want.
Can I pause my Spotify Premium subscription?
Spotify does not offer the option to pause your Premium subscription. You can either continue using it or cancel if when you want to switch to Spotify Free.
Will I lose my playlists and saved music if I cancel Spotify Premium?
No, canceling Spotify Premium does not delete your playlists, saved music, or account information. however, you will no longer be able to download music for offline listening.
How do I know when my subscription ends?
You can check the end date of your Premium subscription in your Account Overview under the Your Plan section. After canceling Spotify premium, you will also receive an email confirming the cancellation. The email will also mention the final date of your Premium access. So, you know when your Spotify subscription ends.
