As the cost of living continues to rise, it’s crucial to evaluate your outgoing payments and eliminate any iPhone subscriptions that are no longer needed. It’s all too easy to subscribe to an app and forget about the monthly charge, making it vital to ensure you’re not paying for unused services or apps.
Fortunately, Apple has made it simple to cancel iPhone subscriptions for apps or services you no longer need. This guide will demonstrate how to manage your subscriptions directly from your mobile device, helping you keep your monthly expenses to a minimum.
To access a comprehensive list of your active subscriptions from your iPhone, follow these steps:
- Open the “Settings” app on your iPhone, iPad, or iOS device
- Tap on your “Apple ID photo and nameplate” at the top of the settings page
- Tap the “Subscriptions” button, found just below “Payment & Shipping”
- You will now see a list of all your active and expired subscriptions
This process allows you to effortlessly cancel or reactivate a subscription from your iPhone. If you cancel a subscription before the term ends, the app should continue to function until the subscription period expires. However, it’s best to double-check with each app to ensure your subscription will continue for the full term if you cancel early.
You can also choose to receive “Renewal Receipts” automatically for each subscription renewal, keeping your accounts up-to-date. Receipts are always accessible in your account and from the purchase history section if needed.
By managing your subscriptions in this way, you can avoid automatic renewals and make informed decisions when the subscription is due for renewal. Additionally, you can share eligible subscriptions with your family, thanks to the Family Sharing feature.
To cancel a specific subscription, press the red “Cancel Subscription” button at the bottom of the app’s subscription information. By following these simple steps, you can terminate unwanted iPhone subscriptions, ensuring you only pay for the apps and services you actually use. If you still encounter issues with canceling or reactivating subscriptions, contact Apple support, available both in-store and online.
Robert J. Smith is still early into his career as tech reporter but has already had his work published in many major publications including JoyStiq and Android Authority. In regards to academics, Robert earned a degree in business from Fordham University. Robert has passion for emerging technology and covers upcoming products and breakthroughs in science and tech.
