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How to Cancel Financial Times

The Financial Times offers digital and print subscriptions. Cancellation requires contacting their customer services team. Annual subscribers may be subject to cancellation fees.

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Steps verified March 2026

Quick Facts

Monthly cost

£39.00/mo

£399.00/year

Cancel online?

No — phone/letter required

Pause option?

No

Refund policy

Trial cancellations: no charge. Paid plans: partial refund at FT discretion.

After cancellation

Saved articles and account data retained but inaccessible behind the paywall.

What to Watch Out For

  • No online self-service cancellation, requiring email or phone contact
  • Retention offers and discounts used to delay cancellation
  • Corporate subscriptions cannot be cancelled by the individual user

Cancellation Steps

Go directly to Financial Times cancellation page
1

Check your subscription type

Log in to ft.com and check your account for your plan details.

2

Email or call the FT

Email help@ft.com or call 0207 873 4005.

3

Request cancellation

Provide your subscription details and request cancellation.

4

Confirm refund eligibility

Ask about any partial refund for the remaining subscription period.

Tips & Things to Know

  • Trial subscriptions can be cancelled within the trial period for no charge.
  • Corporate subscriptions need to be cancelled through your employer.
  • The FT may offer a discounted rate to retain you — worth asking if cost is the issue.

Your Consumer Rights

  • You have 14 days to cancel under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013
  • The FT must make the cancellation process reasonably accessible

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I cancel the FT online?

No, you must email help@ft.com or call 0207 873 4005 to cancel.

Can I get a refund on an annual plan?

The FT may offer a partial refund at its discretion. Contact them to discuss.

What happens to my saved articles?

Saved articles remain in your account but are behind the paywall after cancellation.

How do I cancel a corporate subscription?

Corporate subscriptions must be cancelled through your employer or the subscription administrator.

Does the FT offer a reduced rate to keep me?

Yes, the FT often offers a discounted rate when you attempt to cancel.

Annual Cost

£399.00

per year for Financial Times

Cancelling saves you this every year