How To Check (And Cancel) Subscriptions On Your Android Phone – SlashGear

In the fast-paced world of modern technology, staying connected with family and friends during work trips has become seamless, thanks to messaging apps. Meanwhile, recipe apps have made it easier to prepare quick meals, and streaming services provide a much-needed escape at the end of a long day. However, amidst this digital convenience lies a common challenge: managing numerous app subscriptions. For Android users, the automatic renewal feature can lead to unexpected charges for services that may no longer be in use.

To maintain control over your finances and avoid unnecessary expenses, it’s prudent to periodically review your active subscriptions. Here are three straightforward methods to check and cancel subscriptions on your Android device.

Method 1: Using Play Store

Accessing your subscriptions directly through the Google Play Store is a simple process. Follow these steps:

1. Open the Google Play Store app on your device. If you encounter issues, consider troubleshooting the app first.
2. Tap on your profile icon located in the upper-right corner.
3. Ensure that the account logged in is the one used for your subscriptions. If not, select the down arrow next to the name to switch accounts.
4. From the menu, choose “Payments & subscriptions.”
5. Click on “Subscriptions.”

This section will display all your subscriptions linked to your Google account. Under the “Active” category, you will find the services you are currently paying for, along with any “Expired” subscriptions that you may choose to resubscribe to. To cancel a subscription, follow these steps:

1. Select the subscription you wish to cancel to view its details.
2. Tap on “Cancel subscription” at the bottom of the page.
3. If the app offers a pause option, select “No thanks” to proceed with cancellation.
4. Indicate your reason for canceling.
5. Press “Continue.”
6. In the confirmation dialog, tap “Cancel subscription.”

After cancellation, you will still have access to the service until the end of your billing cycle. Should you change your mind, you can easily resubscribe if the option is available.

Method 2: From the Settings

Your subscriptions can also be managed through the Settings app on your device. Here’s how to navigate to this section:

1. Open the Settings app.
2. Scroll down and select “Google.”
3. Verify that you are using the correct Google account associated with your subscriptions. If necessary, switch accounts using the arrow next to your name.
4. Tap on “Manage your Google Account.”
5. Navigate to the “Payments & subscriptions” tab.
6. In the Subscriptions box, select “Manage subscriptions.”

Here, you will see both active and inactive subscriptions, complete with details about your plans and renewal dates. To cancel an active subscription, proceed with the following steps:

1. Select the app or service you wish to unsubscribe from.
2. Tap “Cancel subscription.”
3. Choose your reason for cancellation.
4. Press “Continue.”
5. Finally, select the “Cancel subscription” button to confirm.

Even if you cancel before the subscription end date, you can continue to enjoy the benefits until that time.

Method 3: Via Browser

For those who prefer a browser-based approach, Google offers an AI-powered support assistant on its Help pages to assist with subscription cancellations. Here’s how to access this feature:

1. Open your preferred browser on your device.
2. Visit the Google Play Help page dedicated to canceling subscriptions.
3. If you are not already signed in, log in to the Google account linked to your subscriptions.
4. On the Help page, click the blue “Cancel a subscription” button to initiate the chat with the Help guide.
5. Confirm that you are using the correct Google account by selecting “Yes.” The Help guide will then display all your current subscriptions.
6. If the subscription you want to cancel is not listed, you may need to check the Play Store directly. Continue chatting until you receive a link to your subscriptions.
7. Select the subscription you wish to cancel.
8. Confirm your cancellation by tapping “Yes.”
9. (Optional) Conclude the chat by providing a reason for your cancellation and closing the chat box.

Upon cancellation, an email will be sent to you detailing the changes made to your subscription.