123 Help Me, founded back in 2000, is one of the original online databases for essays and research papers for students in a pinch. Maybe you signed up during a finals week panic, we've all been there. With subscriptions ranging from $19.95 to $29.95, it's easy to forget you even have it until the charge hits your account. This guide covers canceling on desktop and mobile web, potentially saving you up to $359 a year. Honestly, you probably just needed one paper to get you through that history class, not a recurring charge while you're trying to binge the latest season of The Bear. Let's get this canceled.
How to Cancel 123 Help Me Subscription on Desktop / Web Browser
Canceling 123 Help Me is done through their website, whether you're on a computer or your phone's browser. They don't have a dedicated app for this, which is a bit old-school. The process can be a little confusing, as the cancel button isn't always where you'd expect it to be.
1 Log In to Your Account
First, head over to the 123helpme.com website and log in with your email and password. If you forgot your password, you'll have to go through the reset process first. A bit of a hassle.
2 Find Your Account Settings
Once you're in, look for your name or an icon, usually in the top-right corner. Click on it and find the 'My Account' or 'Account Settings' option in the dropdown menu.
3 Navigate to the Subscription Page
This is where it gets tricky. You're looking for a tab or link that says 'Subscription' or 'Billing'. I had to click around a bit to find it buried under my profile info. Be persistent.
4 Click to Cancel Your Subscription
You should see your current plan details and a link or button that says 'Cancel Subscription' or 'Turn Off Auto-Renew'. Click it. It's often a small, gray link designed to be missed.
5 Confirm the Cancellation
They won't let you go easily. You'll likely face one or two pop-up screens asking if you're sure or offering you a discount to stay. Just keep clicking 'Cancel' until you get a final confirmation message. Seriously, I had to click it twice for it to register.
6 Check for a Confirmation Email
You should get an email confirming the cancellation almost immediately. If you don't see it within an hour, check your spam folder. No email? Go back to your account and double-check that the subscription is listed as 'Canceled' or 'Will not renew'.
Cancel 123 Help Me Subscription with email
If you can't cancel online, you can try emailing their support team.
Email Address: support@123helpme.com
What to write: Be direct. Include your name, the email address associated with your account, and a clear statement like 'Please cancel my subscription immediately.'
Response Time: Expect to wait 1-3 business days for a response. It's not the fastest method, so only use this if the website fails.
Before you hit cancel, know this: 123 Help Me usually won't delete your account entirely. They just deactivate it, so you can always resubscribe later if you get desperate during another semester. Don't expect a refund for the current billing period, even if you cancel a day after it renews. It's a tough policy, but pretty standard. You have to cancel before the renewal date. Also, they don't offer a 'pause' option, you either have it or you don't.
123 Help Me Plans and Pricing 2025
| Plan | Price (per month) | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Subscription | $29.95 | Billed monthly. Full access to the entire library of essays and papers. Good for short-term needs. |
| Quarterly Subscription | $19.95 | Billed as $59.85 every 3 months. A cheaper monthly rate if you know you'll need it for a full semester. |
| Annual Subscription | $9.95 | Billed as $119.40 once a year. The best value, but a big commitment if you're not sure you'll use it long-term. |
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Olivia Harper
Content Manager
Olivia Harper, a Content Manager with nine years of experience, creates user-focused guides on subscription services. Featured in Digital Consumer Reports, her work simplifies subscription terms and cancellations.
