Want to say goodbye to YouTube Premium but don’t know how? Did you know that many users forget to cancel their subscription after the trial period, ending up being charged unintentionally? If not, don’t worry, we’ll guide you step-by-step through the process of cancelling your subscription, avoiding the common pitfalls.
Managing and cancelling your YouTube Premium subscription
The good news is that YouTube Premium gives you great flexibility. You can manage your subscription as you see fit, either online or via the mobile app.
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Here’s what you need to know:
- Suspend, reactivate or terminate :
You decide, at any time.
- A dedicated button :
Locate it to access all the management options.
- Stress-free cancellation:
If you cancel, billing stops immediately. But don’t worry, you keep your benefits until the end of the current period.
- Trial period :
You can cancel at no charge. Benefits remain active until the end of the trial.
A word of advice: if you have subscribed via an Apple device, go through their support for refund questions. They have their own rules.
Feel free to explore these options. After all, it’s your subscription, and you’re in control!
Cancel via the website and mobile application
Cancelling YouTube Premium is easier than you think. Whether you’re on your computer or your smartphone, the process is quick. On the website, log in to your YouTube account, go to settings, then to “Subscription”. There you’ll find the option to cancel. On mobile, it’s just as easy. Open the YouTube application, go to your library, then to paid subscriptions. Select YouTube Premium and choose to cancel. For iOS users, the process is slightly different. If you subscribed via the App Store, you’ll need to go through your iTunes account settings. Remember, even after cancelling, you’ll still enjoy the benefits until the end of your current billing period. How convenient is that? So you can choose the perfect time to say goodbye to Premium without losing a day’s service.
Cancellation and refund conditions
Cancelling YouTube Premium is easy, but there are a few things to keep in mind. First, remember to cancel at least one day before the renewal date. That way, you’ll avoid any surprise billing. Don’t worry, you’ll still enjoy all the benefits until the end of your billing cycle. How cool is that?
As far as refunds are concerned, let’s be clear: YouTube does not refund periods already used. So if you cancel in the middle of the month, you won’t get any money back for the remaining days. That’s just the way it is.
One last tip: if you subscribed via the App Store on iOS, don’t forget to use your iTunes account to cancel. It’s a little different, but just as simple.
All in all, managing your YouTube Premium subscription is pretty straightforward. Now you know what to expect. So, are you ready to take back control of your YouTube experience?
Cancellation problems via the App Store
Cancellation via the App Store can sometimes be a headache. If you’ve subscribed to YouTube Premium on your iPhone or iPad, things get a little more complicated. In this case, Apple manages your subscription, not YouTube. So you have to go through the App Store to cancel.
But what if something goes wrong? Don’t panic. First check that the cancellation has been processed. If you still see charges on your account, don’t stress just yet. It happens sometimes, for various reasons.
The easiest way? Contact Apple Support. That’s what they’re there for, and they’ll be able to help you if a refund is needed. Don’t forget to take a look at youtube.com/paid_memberships to check your subscription details and the end date of your billing cycle.
In short, if the App Store is giving you trouble, the Apple team is your best ally. They know their systems like the back of their hand, and will solve your problem.
FAQ
To cancel your YouTube Premium subscription, access YouTube from a browser or the mobile application. Go to “Settings” then “Paid Subscriptions”. Select YouTube Premium and click on “Cancel subscription”. You can continue to enjoy the benefits until the end of the current billing period.
When you cancel YouTube Premium, you lose access to all premium features once your billing period is over. This includes ad-free playback, access to YouTube Music Premium, and the ability to download videos for offline viewing.
YouTube Premium generally does not offer refunds once the subscription has been paid for the current month. You will have access to premium features until the end of the paid period. However, in certain specific situations, you can contact YouTube support to request a refund.
To disable automatic renewal, access your YouTube account, then go to “Settings” > “Paid subscriptions”. Select YouTube Premium and deactivate the automatic renewal option. This will allow you to use the service until the end of the period already paid for, without being charged for the following month.
If you cancel YouTube Premium, you will also lose access to YouTube Music Premium. However, you will still be able to use the free version of YouTube Music, but with ad interruptions and limitations on downloads and background playback.
If you have subscribed to YouTube Premium via the App Store or Google Play, you need to cancel the subscription directly from these platforms. On iOS, go to “Settings” > “iTunes and App Store” > “Apple ID” > “Subscriptions”. On Android, go to “Google Play Store” > “Menu” > “Subscriptions”. Select YouTube Premium and cancel.
Once you’ve canceled YouTube Premium, you can continue to use YouTube for free, but with ads. If you’re looking to bypass ads without paying for a premium service, you can use ad blockers, but be aware that this is against YouTube’s terms of use.
After cancelling YouTube Premium, you should receive a confirmation e-mail from YouTube. To check manually, go to “Settings” > “Paid subscriptions” and you’ll see whether your subscription is marked as cancelled or expiring at the end of the current period.