How to Cancel Apple News+
Apple News+ provides access to hundreds of magazines and premium news sources within the Apple News app. Cancellation is managed through Apple device settings or the web.
Steps verified March 2026
Quick Facts
Monthly cost
£12.99/mo
£155.88/year
Cancel online?
Yes
Pause option?
No
Refund policy
No refunds. You can request a refund within 14 days of a new subscription via reportaproblem.apple.com.
After cancellation
Downloaded content is removed. The free Apple News app and your saved stories remain.
What to Watch Out For
- Cannot cancel through the Apple News app - must go through device settings
Cancellation Steps
Go directly to Apple News+ cancellation pageOpen Settings on your Apple device
Go to Settings > your name > Subscriptions on iPhone/iPad.
Find Apple News+
Locate Apple News+ in your active subscriptions.
Tap "Cancel Subscription"
Select the cancel option.
Confirm cancellation
Confirm your choice. Access continues until the end of the billing period.
Tips & Things to Know
- The free Apple News app continues to work after cancelling News+.
- Family Sharing members also lose access if you cancel.
- Downloaded magazines are removed after your subscription ends.
Your Consumer Rights
- Under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013, you have a 14-day cooling-off period.
- Apple must not make cancellation harder than sign-up under the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I still use Apple News for free?
Yes. The Apple News app with free content continues to work.
How do I cancel Apple News+ on Mac?
Go to System Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions > Apple News+ > Cancel.
Does Apple News+ include newspapers?
Yes. It includes premium content from outlets like The Times, WSJ, and others.
Can I share Apple News+ with family?
Yes, via Family Sharing. Cancelling removes access for all family members.
Is Apple News+ available on Android?
No. Apple News+ is only available on Apple devices.
Annual Cost
£155.88
per year for Apple News+
Cancelling saves you this every year