How To Cancel Google Play Subscription

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What is a Google Play Subscription?
How to Subscribe to Google Play Subscription
How to cancel Google Play Subscription
How to Cancel a Google Play Subscription From the Web
Can I get a refund for a Google Play subscription?
How to restart a Google Play subscription
Fix problems with paying for a subscription
Why can’t I see my subscriptions on Google Play?
How do I find hidden subscriptions?
How to view your Google Play purchase history
Is a Google Play subscription worth it?
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Do you want to know how to cancel a Google Play subscription?

Perhaps you have been moved to pay for Google’s premium app services in the past, but then you want to opt-out, for whatever reason. Or maybe you are just curious about what it entails, should you be inclined to consider it in the future.

Google Play Store subscriptions have become a lot more common in recent years, with many applications offering free trials. But if you are no longer using your subscription or weren’t impressed by what it had to offer, you can cancel at any time.

Whatever your reason is, we’ve got you. But first…

What is a Google Play Subscription?

A Google Play subscription, also known as a Play Pass, is an affordable way to get a mix of games and apps on your Android phone. It offers hundreds of Android games and apps (close to 1,000 in total). The library boasts many titles that usually cost money, and there are no ads or in-app purchases in any of the included content.

Apps and games that usually contain ads or in-app purchases are ad-free with extra content unlocked with Play Pass.

If you want to subscribe, you can pay $5 per month or $30 per year (£5 and £30, respectively, in the UK). You can share a subscription with up to five other family members. You can each download, install, and play different apps and games just as though you have individual memberships.

It’s easy to subscribe on an Android device. Here’s how:

Open the Play Store on your Android device.
Tap your profile avatar at the top right.
Tap on Play Pass.
If you want to pay monthly at $5/month then tap Get Started, or you can save some cash and pay annually by tapping the yearly subscription link at $30/year.
Select your payment method and tap Subscribe.

Once you subscribe, you will see a new tab in the Play Store app at the far left, titled Play Pass. Content is organized into different categories, and you can find the latest additions under New, or check out Top Charts to see what is popular. There is also a handy Children tab with recommendations for different ages.

You can manage your subscription in the Play Store by tapping your profile at the top right and choosing Payments and subscriptions > Subscriptions.

Subscriptions on Google Play are for an indefinite term, and you’ll be charged at the beginning of each billing cycle according to your subscription terms (for example, weekly, annually, or another period), unless you unsubscribe.

Find your Google Play subscriptions

The easiest way to cancel Android app subscriptions is by using your Android smartphone. But first, you need to actually find your subscriptions. This is especially helpful if you’re a bit subscription-happy and don’t remember which apps you’ve subscribed to.

Start by launching the “Play Store” app. If you can’t find it on your device, swipe up on your home screen to open the app drawer and then scroll around until you locate the app.
Tap on your profile icon.
Select Payments & subscriptions.
Go into Subscriptions.
You’ll be able to see both your Active and Expired subscriptions here.

Pausing a Google Play subscriptions

Another thing you need to know is that canceling is not the only available option. If you are short on cash, in some cases, you can pause payment for a month and continue your subscription on the next. Only some apps offer this, but it’s worth checking if they do.

Launch the Google Play Store.
Tap on your profile icon.
Select Payments & subscriptions.
Go into Subscriptions.
Select the subscription you want to pause.
Tap Manage.
If the app offers this option, you will see Pause payments. Select this option.
You will be able to select the time period you’d like to pause. All that is left to do after is tap Confirm.
Your subscriptions will be paused at the end of your current billing period.

Cancel your Google Play Store subscription

However, if you are not satisfied with your subscription and still wish to cancel, here is how to go about it:

Launch the Google Play Store.
Tap on your profile icon.
Select Payments & subscriptions.
Go into Subscriptions.
Find the subscription you want to cancel and select it.
Tap Cancel subscription and follow the on-screen instructions.
You may be asked to select a reason for the cancellation. Choose one from the options and tap Continue, followed by Cancel subscription.

In case you are worried about wasting part of your subscription, don’t be! You will still be able to use the app for the period you’ve already paid for or for the remainder of your free trial. The same applies to yearly subscriptions. If you signed up in June 2022, for example, and canceled shortly after, you will still be able to use the application until June 2023. It will not be automatically renewed after that.

How to Cancel a Google Play Subscription From the Web

If you no longer have access to an Android device or you’d instead handle your finances from your computer, you can cancel app subscriptions through the Google Play Store’s website as well.

Begin by visiting the G oogle Play Store from your browser of choice. From there, select your profile icon in the top right and click “Payments & Subscriptions.” Now switch over to the “Subscriptions” tab and click the “Manage” button on the right-hand side of your screen that is associated with the subscription that you’d like to cancel.

Select the “Cancel Subscription” option found at the bottom of the pop-up menu, choose a reason for canceling, and click “Continue.” Finally, click the “Cancel Subscription” button to confirm your decision.

Again, remember that the subscription will remain active through the end of your billing period. Also, remember that simply uninstalling the app does not cancel a subscription.

Can I get a refund for a Google Play subscription?

Subscription refunds are a bit more complicated than app purchase refunds. Generally, you should be able to get a refund within 48 hours of subscribing. However, you will only receive money for the month you canceled.

You might also need to contact the app developer directly, depending on the subscription service.

How to restart a Google Play subscription

Sometimes you may need to pause or cancel subscriptions because they’re not convenient or you’re too busy to take advantage of them. The good news is that restarting them is possible. Here is how to do that:

Launch the Google Play Store.
Tap on your profile icon.
Select Payments & subscriptions.
Go into Subscriptions.
If you recently canceled a subscription or paused it, it will appear on the list. Select it.
Select Resubscribe and follow the instructions. Your subscription will be reactivated immediately.

Fix problems with paying for a subscription

If your payment method was lost, or stolen, or you got an email saying that your payment method was declined, try a different payment method.

On your Android phone or tablet, open the Google Play Store.
Check if you’re signed in to the correct Google Account.
Tap Menu Subscriptions.
Find the subscription you want to update.
Choose from the following:
- For active subscriptions, tap Manage.
- To fix your payment method, tap Update.
Follow the instructions to update your payment method.

Important: If your payment method is declined or has insufficient funds, your subscription may be canceled. If this happens, set up your subscription again.

Why can’t I see my subscriptions on Google Play?

If you can’t find your subscriptions, check that you’re signed in to the correct account. Make sure to sign in to the Google Account that has your subscriptions. Learn how to add an account or switch accounts.

The email you used with the subscription app may be different than your Google Account. Also, check your other email accounts and find the receipt of the subscription to locate where you added the subscription.

You can also check with your family members. You may have used a family member’s account to subscribe.

How do I find hidden subscriptions?

One of the most comprehensive ways to see what you’re paying for is to look at your bank and credit card transactions, performing a search for every transaction in the previous full month.

It may be a lot to scroll through, but each monthly subscription will appear at least once in that time frame.

How to view your Google Play purchase history

Do you want to see a list of all the items you’ve ever purchased from Google Play? If yes, the service offers an option to quickly check your order history. Here’s how to use it on Android and desktop.

Check your Google Play purchase history on Android

To view your purchase list from your Android phone:

First, open the Play Store app on your phone.
In the Store’s top-right corner, tap your profile icon.
In the profile menu, tap “Payments & Subscriptions.”
On the “Payments & Subscriptions” page, tap “Budget & History.”
You’ll now see a list of all your purchased items. Scroll down the page to view more items.

Access your Google Play purchase history on desktop

If you’d like to view your purchased item list on your Windows, Mac, Linux, or Chromebook computer:

First, open a web browser on your desktop and access the Google Play site.
Sign in to your account on the site if you haven’t already.
In Google Play’s left sidebar, click the “Account” option.
At the top of the following page, click “Order History.”
In the “Order History” section on the page that opens, you will see all your Google Play purchases.

You can filter this purchase list by item types using the drop-down menu in the top-right corner.

Is a Google Play subscription worth it?

There are loads of game subscription services to choose from. You can play Xbox or PC games on your Android phone, access PlayStation games, or play the latest releases with Google Stadia. By comparison, Play Pass offers a handful of popular mobile games. It’s probably not worthwhile for everyone.

It is a tougher sell for individuals. You really need to delve into the list of available Play Pass games and apps to see whether there’s enough included. None of the games or apps are exclusive to Play Pass, so if there are only a couple you want, it makes more sense to buy them outright.

You only have access to Google Play subscription content as long as you are a subscriber, whereas if you buy an app or game, you own it.

How To Cancel Google Play Subscription

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