How to Cancel Your X Subscription (2025)

Think about canceling X Premium? You’re in the right spot.

Here’s what you need to know right away…

Canceling X Premium (formerly Twitter Blue) takes 3-5 minutes depending on your platform. You must cancel at least 24 hours before your next billing date to avoid charges.

Understanding X Premium Before You Cancel

Before clicking that cancel button, let’s make sure you know exactly what you’re giving up on.

What is X Premium (Formerly Twitter Blue)?

X Premium is the paid subscription service that replaces what was originally called Twitter Blue. After Elon Musk’s acquisition of Twitter and its rebrand to X, the subscription evolved into a three-tier system designed to monetize the platform and combat bots.

The service offers enhanced features like the blue verification checkmark, post editing, longer content uploads, and access to Grok AI. However, all of this comes at a cost that varies significantly depending on your chosen tier.

Source: X Premium Official Information

X Premium Pricing & Plans Breakdown

Understanding the cost structure helps you calculate exactly how much you're saving by canceling:

Note: Prices may vary by location and include applicable taxes. Mobile app pricing (iOS/Android) is typically higher due to app store fees—usually $11/month for Premium and $22/month for Premium+.

Source: X Premium Pricing - Official FAQ

Now that we’ve got that out of the way, here’s how you go about canceling X subscription depending on your specific platform.

How to Cancel X Premium: All Methods

Critical cancellation rule: You must cancel through the same platform where you originally subscribed. If you subscribed on the X website, cancel via web. If you subscribed through iOS, cancel through Apple Setting. Android subscriptions must be canceled through Google Play.

Let’s break down each method.

Method 1: Cancel X Premium via Web (Desktop or Mobile Browser)

Use this method if: You subscribed to X Premium directly through x.com on any web browser (desktop or mobile). This is the most common subscription method.

Time required: 3-5 minutes

Step-by-Step Web Cancellation:

1. Go to x.com and log into your account using your credentials
2. Click ‘More’ in the left sidebar (desktop) or bottom navigation (mobile browser)
3. Select ‘Settings and support’ from the dropdown menu
4. Click ‘Settings and Privacy’
5. Navigate to ‘Premium’ from the left menu
6. Click ‘Manage subscription’
7. Select ‘Manage your current subscription’ (this redirects to Stripe, X’s payment processor)
8. On the Stripe page, click ‘Cancel Plan’
9. Confirm your cancellation when prompted
10. TAKE A SCREENSHOT of the confirmation page

Method 2: Cancel X Premium on iPhone/iPad (iOS)

Use this method if: You subscribed to X Premium through the X app on your iPhone or iPad using Apple’s in-app purchase system. This is managed entirely through iOS settings, not the X app.

Time required: 2-3 minutes

Step-by-Step iOS Cancellation:

1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad (gray gear icon)
2. Tap your name at the very top of the Settings screen (your Apple ID profile)
3. Select ‘Subscriptions’
4. Find ‘X Premium’ or ‘Twitter Blue’ in your list of active subscriptions
5. Tap on X Premium
6. Scroll down and tap ‘cancel subscription’ (usually in red text)
7. Confirm cancellation when iOS asks ‘Are you sure?’
8. Verify the change: Check that your subscription now shows ‘Expires on [date]’ instead of ‘Renews on [date]’
9. TAKE A SCREENSHOT of the confirmation screen

iOS refund policy: If you upgrade to a higher X Premium tier on iOS, you'll receive a prorated refund for your previous subscription. However, regular cancellations do NOT receive refunds for unused time.

Method 3: Cancel X Premium on Android

Use this method if: You subscribed to X Premium through the X app on your Android device using Google Play’s in-app purchase system. Like iOS, this is managed through Google Play, not the X app.

Time required 2-3 minutes

Step-by-Step Android Cancellation:

1. Open the Google Play Store app on your Android device
2. Tap your profile icon in the top-right corner (Circle with your initial or photo)
3. Select ‘Payments & Subscriptions’ from the menu
4. Tap ‘Subscriptions’
5. Find ‘X Premium’ or ‘Twitter Blue’ in your subscription list
6. Tap on X Premium
7. Tap 'Cancel subscription' at the bottom of the screen
8. Select a cancellation reason (Google requires this, but any answer works)
9. Confirm cancellation
10. TAKE A SCREENSHOT of the confirmation

Android refund policy: If you upgrade to a higher tier on Android, remaining time is prorated and credited. Downgrading gives you credit for the value difference. Standard cancellations don’t receive refunds.

X Premium Refund Policy

Here's the hard truth: X Premium does not offer prorated refunds for standard cancellations.

Let's break down exactly what this means and the limited exceptions:

Standard Cancellation: No Refund

When you cancel X Premium, you will NOT receive a refund for unused time. This applies to all three tiers—Basic, Premium, and Premium+.

Example scenarios:

Scenario 1: You pay $8 for X Premium on January 1st for the month of January. You cancel on January 5th. You've only used 5 days but paid for 31 days. X keeps your $8. You retain access through January 31st, but no money back.

Scenario 2: You prepaid $84 for an annual Premium subscription in January. You cancel in March after using it for 2 months. X keeps the full $84. You retain access for the remaining 10 months, but can't get a refund for those months.

The Only Exceptions: Upgrades

iOS Upgrades:

If you subscribed on iOS and upgrade to a higher-priced tier (e.g., from Premium to Premium+), you'll receive a prorated refund for the unused portion of your previous subscription. The refund is automatically credited to your Apple account.

Web Upgrades:

If you subscribed via web and upgrade tiers, the remaining credit from your current billing cycle is applied to the new tier's cost. You're charged the difference immediately.

Android Upgrades:

When upgrading on Android, remaining time is prorated and credited. The new subscription starts instantly.

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Pro tip: The average person wastes $200-300 annually on forgotten subscriptions. Do a monthly audit of your bank statements to catch recurring charges you no longer use.

FAQs

How long does it take for X Premium to cancel?

Cancellation is immediate, but your premium features remain active until the end of your billing cycle. The actual cancellation process takes about 2-5 minutes defending on your platform.

Will I lose my blue checkmark immediately after canceling?

No. Your blue verification checkmark stays visible until your subscription expires at the end of your billing cycle. For example, if you cancel on January 5th but your billing cycle ends January 31st, you keep the blue checkmark through January 31st.

Can I cancel X Premium and resubscribe later?

Yes. You can resubscribe to X Premium at any time through the same process you originally (Web, iOS, or Android). When you resubscribe, you’ll need to go through the verification process again, which typically takes 1-7 business days for the blue checkmark to reappear.

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