Can I Cancel YouTube Premium at Any Time?

YouTube Premium allows you to cancel your membership at any time without any contracts, early cancellation fees, or lock-ins. When you cancel, you won't be charged again, but your Premium benefits continue until the end of your current billing period. Just be aware that if you subscribed through platforms like iOS or Google Play, you need to cancel through those respective accounts.

Why Do People Cancel YouTube Premium?

Price increases: Users often cancel due to subscription fees going up without significant service improvements.Still seeing ads: Some users report seeing ads despite paying for the no-ads Premium experience.Technical issues: Download errors and problems with offline video playback frustrate users.Audio and video quality concerns: Some feel YouTube Premium’s audio quality is inferior to competitors.Clunky app features: Issues like simplistic or buggy playlist management and random pausing during playback.Limited plan options: Some users want more flexible or affordable pricing plans.Bad recommendations: Dissatisfaction with the content recommendation algorithms.Native advertising and sponsorships: Presence of host-read endorsements or sponsorship messages, especially in podcasts, which users dislike.Lack of perceived value: Users don’t feel the benefits justify the cost, especially if they don’t use features like background play or offline downloads extensively.

What Information Do I Need to Cancel YouTube Premium?

Login credentials for your Google/YouTube account (email and password) Access to the device and platform you used to sign up (desktop, Android, iPhone/iPad) Knowledge of your billing source (YouTube, Google Play, or Apple/iTunes account) Access to the Paid Memberships or Subscriptions section within your Google or Apple account Correct account selection if you have multiple accounts or family plans Subscription details – ability to identify "YouTube Premium" in your active memberships Reason for cancellation (may be required to complete the process) Confirmation action (final "Cancel" button or similar prompt to confirm the request) Email access to receive cancellation confirmation (optional, for follow-up)

What Should I Know Before Cancelling YouTube Premium?

Before cancelling your YouTube Premium subscription, know that you will lose access to premium features such as ad-free videos, background play, and the ability to download videos for offline viewing. You will also lose access to YouTube Originals content that is exclusive to Premium members. Your subscription benefits remain active until the end of the current billing period, so you can enjoy the features until then. Additionally, if you subscribed through a third party like Google Play or Apple, you need to cancel through those platforms to avoid further charges.

What is YouTube Premium's Cancellation Policy?

YouTube Premium allows you to cancel, pause, or resume your paid membership at any time. After cancellation, you will not be charged again and your membership benefits continue until the end of the current billing period. Note that cancellations must be done through the platform you used to subscribe (e.g., Apple account for iOS app users), and pausing/resuming is not available for Apple-billed users.

Do I Need My YouTube Premium Password to Cancel?

To cancel your YouTube Premium subscription, you do need to log in to your Google account (which uses the same password as YouTube Premium) because there is no official way to cancel without authentication. If you've lost your password, you can reset it using Google's password recovery system here: https://accounts.google.com/signin/recovery. Some users facing issues with account access have reported needing to block payments through their bank or financial institution as a last resort, as YouTube support does not offer unauthenticated cancellation options.

Can I Get a Refund from YouTube Premium?

We've actually written a step by step guide on how to get a refund from YouTube Premium. Check it out!

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How To Cancel Your YouTube Premium Subscription (2025)

Bella Khan, Subscription Cancellation Expert

Published July 10, 2025

Last updated on December 6, 2025

5 min read

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The cancellation process involves straightforward steps through the YouTube app or website, requiring only a few taps to access membership settings and confirm cancellation. The process is user-friendly and clearly guided, with immediate confirmation of cancellation status available.

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On average, it takes 00 10 minutes to cancel a YouTube Premium subscription.

How to Contact YouTube Premium

If you need assistance, here's how you can get in touch with YouTube Premium's support team.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The cancellation process typically takes about 10 minutes to complete. However, the actual time may vary depending on your account settings and whether you need to contact customer service. Most cancellations are processed immediately, but some may take up to 24 hours to take effect.

After canceling your YouTube Premium subscription, you'll typically have access to the service until the end of your current billing period. You won't be charged for the next billing cycle, and your account will be deactivated once the current period ends. Make sure to download any important data before cancellation.

Yes, you can usually reactivate your YouTube Premium account by logging back into your account and resubscribing. However, you may need to go through the sign-up process again and provide payment information. Some services may offer special reactivation deals for returning customers.

If you're unable to cancel YouTube Premium online, contact their customer service directly using the phone number, email, or website provided above. You can also use our refund script to help you communicate effectively with their support team. In some cases, you may need to provide additional verification or documentation.

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