The New Yorker has been a cultural staple since 1925, known for its deep-dive journalism, witty cartoons, and short stories. Maybe you subscribed to read that one viral article everyone was talking about, but now the unread issues are just piling up. It happens. With plans ranging from $149.99 to $199.99 a year, canceling can save you up to $199.99 annually. This guide will walk you through canceling on their website, iOS, or Android. Let's get it done so you can stop worrying about that next charge.
How to Cancel New Yorker Subscription on Desktop
This is the most reliable way to cancel if you subscribed directly on their website. Honestly, the site can feel a little dated. I had to refresh the page once because it timed out before the cancel button even showed up. Just be patient with it.
1 Sign In to Your Account
Head over to newyorker.com and find the 'Sign In' button, usually at the top right. You'll need the email and password you signed up with.
2 Go to 'My Account'
Once you're in, click on your name or the little profile icon. From the dropdown menu, select 'My Account'.
3 Find Subscription Management
This is where it can get a bit tricky. Look for a tab or link that says 'Manage Subscription' or just 'Subscription'. It's sometimes buried in the account overview.
4 Click the Cancel Link
You should see the details of your plan and a link or button that says 'Cancel Subscription' or 'Turn Off Auto-Renew'. Click on that. Don't be surprised if you have to look for it.
5 Confirm the Cancellation
Of course, they'll probably ask you to stay with a special offer. You'll need to scroll past that and confirm that you really, truly want to cancel. Make sure you click until you see a final confirmation page.
How to Cancel New Yorker Subscription on iOS
Did you subscribe through the Apple App Store? If so, you have to cancel it there. You can't cancel an Apple-billed subscription on the New Yorker website, which is a common point of confusion.
1 Open iPhone Settings
Forget the New Yorker app. You need to open the main 'Settings' app on your iPhone or iPad.
2 Tap Your Apple ID
At the very top of the Settings screen, tap on your name and profile picture to open your Apple ID settings.
3 Select 'Subscriptions'
From the list of options, tap on 'Subscriptions'. This will show you everything you're subscribed to via Apple.
4 Find The New Yorker Subscription
Scroll down the list of your active subscriptions and find The New Yorker. Tap on it to manage it.
5 Tap 'Cancel Subscription'
You'll see a 'Cancel Subscription' button. Tap it and confirm your choice. The subscription will now show an 'Expires on' date instead of a renewal date.
How to Cancel New Yorker Subscription on Android
Just like with Apple, if you signed up through the Google Play Store, you must cancel it there. The New Yorker app itself will just send you in circles.
1 Launch the Google Play Store
Open the Google Play Store app on your Android phone or tablet.
2 Tap Your Profile Icon
Tap on your profile picture or initial in the top-right corner to open the main menu.
3 Go to 'Payments & subscriptions'
From the menu that appears, select 'Payments & subscriptions'.
4 Choose 'Subscriptions'
Next, tap on 'Subscriptions' to see a list of all your recurring charges through Google Play.
5 Find and Cancel The New Yorker
Find The New Yorker in the list, tap on it, and then select the 'Cancel subscription' option. Follow the final prompts to confirm.
Cancel New Yorker Subscription with phone
You can call customer service at 1-800-444-7570. Hours are typically Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 8 PM ET, and Saturday 9 AM to 5 PM ET. Be ready for a potential wait. A user on Reddit mentioned, 'I had to call because the website kept giving me an error.' So, this is a solid backup plan.
Cancel New Yorker Subscription with email
The New Yorker directs most email support through a contact form on their website's customer care page. An actual email address is hard to find. Expect a response to take 1-3 business days. It's not the fastest method.
Before you do it, know that The New Yorker doesn't give prorated refunds. When you cancel, you're just stopping the next automatic renewal, so you'll keep your access until the period you paid for is over. They do have an option to temporarily suspend print delivery if you're just going on vacation, which is different from a full cancellation.
New Yorker Plans and Pricing 2025
| Plan | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Digital Only | $149.99 / year | Includes unlimited access to newyorker.com, the full online archive, the New Yorker app, and the daily cartoon. |
| Print + Digital | $199.99 / year | Includes everything in the Digital Only plan, plus weekly delivery of the print magazine. |
| Introductory Offer | $12 for 12 weeks | This is a common starting price for both plans before it renews at the full annual rate. Watch out for that renewal date! |
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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.
