Newsday has been a Long Island institution since 1940, delivering local news, sports, and politics. Whether you signed up to follow the latest drama on the LIRR or just to see if your town made the headlines, sometimes you just need to cancel. With subscription prices ranging from $0.99 to $35.00, you can save up to $420 a year by ending a plan you don't use. This guide covers how to cancel on your desktop, iOS, or Android device, so you can stop the charges without the hassle.
How to Cancel Newsday Subscription on Desktop
Canceling online should be straightforward, but let's be real, it often feels like a scavenger hunt. This is the main way to cancel if you signed up directly on their website. I had to refresh the page once because the account menu wouldn't load, so be patient.
1 Log Into Your Newsday Account
First, head over to the Newsday website. You'll need to find the 'Log In' button, which is usually hiding in the top-right corner of the page. Enter your email and password to get in.
2 Navigate to 'My Account'
This can be the annoying part. Once you're logged in, click on your name or the little profile icon. A dropdown menu should appear. Look for an option like 'My Account' or 'Manage Subscription'.
3 Find the Subscription Section
Inside your account dashboard, you need to find the section that handles your money. It's typically labeled 'My Subscription' or 'Billing Information'. This is where they keep the cancellation link.
4 Click to Cancel Your Subscription
Look for a link that says 'Cancel Subscription' or 'Turn Off Auto-Renewal'. Be prepared for them to show you an offer to try and keep you. Just ignore it and confirm you want to cancel. Make sure you click until you see a confirmation message.
How to Cancel Newsday Subscription on iOS
If you subscribed to Newsday through the Apple App Store, you have to cancel it there. Don't try to cancel through the Newsday website, it won't work. It's a common mistake that trips a lot of people up.
1 Open Your iPhone Settings
Forget the Newsday app for a second. You need to open the main 'Settings' app on your iPhone or iPad.
2 Tap on Your Apple ID
At the very top of the Settings screen, you'll see your name and profile picture. Tap on that to get into your Apple ID settings.
3 Go to Subscriptions
In the list of options, find and tap on 'Subscriptions'. This will show you all the active and expired subscriptions tied to your Apple account.
4 Find and Cancel Newsday
Scroll through the list until you find the Newsday subscription. Tap it, and at the bottom of the next screen, you'll see the 'Cancel Subscription' button. Tap that to end it.
How to Cancel Newsday Subscription on Android
Just like with iPhones, if you signed up via the Google Play Store, that's where you have to end it. The Newsday app itself won't have the cancellation option you need.
1 Open the Google Play Store
Find and open the Google Play Store app on your phone or tablet. This is where you manage all your app-based subscriptions.
2 Access Your Profile Menu
In the top-right corner of the Play Store, tap on your profile icon. A menu will pop up with several options.
3 Go to Payments & Subscriptions
From that menu, select 'Payments & subscriptions'. On the next screen, tap 'Subscriptions' to see everything you're paying for.
4 Find and Cancel Newsday
Find Newsday in your list of subscriptions and tap on it. Follow the on-screen instructions to cancel. It's usually just a button press or two.
Cancel Newsday Subscription with phone
If the website is giving you a headache or you just want to talk to a person, calling is a solid option. Phone Number: 1-800-639-7329. Hours: They are typically available during standard business hours, Eastern Time. Be ready for potential hold times and have your account information handy. One user on a forum said, 'I had to call twice. The first rep couldn't find my account.' So be persistent.
Heads up, Newsday's policy is pretty strict. You won't get a prorated refund if you cancel in the middle of a billing cycle. Your access will continue until the period you've already paid for ends. Also, they don't really offer a 'pause' option, so canceling is your main choice if you want to stop payments.
Newsday Plans and Pricing 2025
| Plan | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Digital Access | $0.99 for the first month, then $35.00/month | Unlimited access to Newsday.com, the app, and e-newspaper. No print delivery. |
| Sunday + Digital | Starts at $5.00/week | Includes the Sunday print edition delivered to your home, plus full digital access. |
| 7-Day Print + Digital | Starts at $10.00/week | The full package. Get the newspaper delivered every day of the week, plus complete digital access. |
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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.
