Open Settings, then tap your name at the top

Your iPhone subscriptions live in one place: the Settings app. Open Settings, scroll to the top, and tap your name (or "Apple ID" if you're on an older iOS version). This takes you to your account page.

From there, tap Subscriptions. You'll see every subscription tied to your Apple ID — apps, services, iCloud storage plans, Apple Music, anything you pay for through Apple's system. This is the complete list, whether you signed up last week or years ago.

Key Takeaways

  • All your subscriptions appear in Settings > [Your Name] > Subscriptions, organized by active and expired.
  • Tapping any subscription shows the renewal date, price, and a button to cancel immediately without waiting for the next billing cycle.
  • Subscriptions you signed up for inside apps (like Spotify or Netflix) may not appear here if you paid directly with those companies instead of through Apple.
  • Canceling a subscription through Settings stops future charges but does not refund money already paid for the current billing period.
  • Some subscriptions offer a free trial period; Settings shows you the exact date the trial ends and billing begins.

What you see on the Subscriptions screen

The Subscriptions page shows three categories: Active, Expired, and (sometimes) a section for trials ending soon. Active subscriptions are ones you're currently paying for. Expired ones are subscriptions you've already canceled — Apple keeps them visible for a few weeks so you can reactivate them if you change your mind.

Tap any subscription to see its details: the price you pay, how often you're charged (monthly, yearly, weekly), the exact renewal date, and whether you're in a free trial. If you're in a trial, the screen tells you when the trial ends and billing starts. This is useful if you signed up for a free trial and forgot about it — you can cancel before you're charged.

Cancel a subscription from Settings

To stop paying for a subscription, open it from the Subscriptions list and tap Cancel Subscription (or Cancel Free Trial if you haven't been charged yet). The app will ask you to confirm — tap again to finalize the cancellation.

Canceling takes effect immediately. You won't be charged again, but you also won't get a refund for the current billing period. If you paid for a month on the 15th, and you cancel on the 20th, you've lost the remaining 10 days of that month's payment. You keep access to the service until the end of the current billing cycle, then it stops.

Subscriptions you bought directly from apps don't always show here

If you signed up for a subscription inside an app using your Apple ID, it appears in Settings. But some apps let you pay the company directly instead — Spotify, Netflix, and many others offer this option. Those subscriptions won't show in your iPhone's Subscriptions list because Apple isn't processing the payment.

To find those subscriptions, you need to log into the app itself or visit the company's website. Open the app, go to Account or Settings within it, and look for a Subscriptions or Billing section. You can also check your email for confirmation messages from the company — they usually include a link to manage your subscription.

Reactivate a canceled subscription

If you canceled a subscription and want it back, you can reactivate it from the Subscriptions list. Tap the expired subscription, then tap Reactivate or Restart (the wording varies by app). You'll be charged again starting with the next billing cycle.

Apple keeps canceled subscriptions visible for a limited time — usually a few weeks. After that, they disappear from the list. If you want to use the service again after that point, you'll need to sign up fresh, which may mean going through a free trial again if the app offers one.

Check your subscription history and receipts

To see past charges and receipts for subscriptions, go to Settings > [Your Name] > Media & Purchases > Purchase History. Scroll through the list to find subscription charges. Tap any charge to see the receipt, which includes the date, amount, and what you were charged for.

This is also where you can report a problem with a charge. If you see a subscription you don't recognize or were charged twice, tap the charge and select Report a Problem. Apple will investigate and may issue a refund if the charge was an error.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why don't I see a subscription I know I'm paying for?

The subscription is probably tied to a different Apple ID, or you signed up directly with the company instead of through Apple. Check if you're logged into the right Apple ID in Settings. If the app lets you pay the company directly, log into the app itself to manage that subscription.

Can I get a refund if I cancel mid-cycle?

Apple does not automatically refund unused time. However, you can request a refund through Settings by going to Purchase History, tapping the subscription charge, and selecting Report a Problem. Apple reviews refund requests case by case and may approve one if the cancellation was recent.

What happens to my data when I cancel a subscription?

You keep access to the app and your data until the end of your current billing period. After that, the app may lock you out or show a paywall. Some apps delete your data after a set time; others keep it indefinitely. Check the app's policy or contact the company if you're unsure.

Can I pause a subscription instead of canceling it?

Apple's system does not have a pause feature. You can only cancel or let it renew. Some individual apps offer their own pause options — check the app's settings or website. Otherwise, you'll need to cancel and reactivate later if you want to use it again.

How do I stop getting charged for a free trial?

Cancel the subscription before the trial ends. Go to Settings > [Your Name] > Subscriptions, tap the trial subscription, and tap Cancel Free Trial. The cancellation takes effect immediately, and you won't be charged when the trial period ends.