The Washington Post, founded way back in 1877, is a giant in American journalism. But maybe you're tired of the endless political news cycle, or you just signed up to read one specific investigation and forgot about it. It happens. With subscription prices ranging from $4 to $25, you can save up to $300 a year by cancelling. This guide covers how to cancel on desktop, iOS, and Android so you can stop the charges without a headache.
How to Cancel The Washington Post Subscription on Desktop
This is the most direct way to cancel. You have to do it through their website, even if you read on the app. Weirdly, the app often just sends you to the website anyway.
1 Log In to Your Account
Go to The Washington Post's website and click the profile icon in the top-right corner. Make sure you're logged into the correct account.
2 Navigate to Account Settings
From the dropdown menu, select Account Settings. This is where all your subscription and profile information is stored.
3 Find Your Subscription
In the account section, find and click on My Subscription. It should show your current plan details and the next billing date.
4 Click the Cancel Link
Look for a link or button that says Cancel Subscription. They sometimes hide this at the bottom of the page, so you might have to scroll.
5 Confirm Your Cancellation
This is the annoying part. You'll likely face one or two pages offering you a discount to stay. If you're set on leaving, just click through the prompts to confirm the cancellation. Don't fall for it unless the deal is genuinely good for you.
How to Cancel The Washington Post Subscription on iOS
If you subscribed directly through the Apple App Store, this is how you cancel. You can't cancel an App Store subscription on The Washington Post's website.
1 Open Your Device Settings
Open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad.
2 Tap Your Apple ID
Tap on your Apple ID name at the very top of the screen.
3 Go to Subscriptions
Select the Subscriptions option from the list.
4 Select The Washington Post
Find The Washington Post in your list of active subscriptions and tap on it.
5 Confirm Cancellation
Tap the Cancel Subscription button. You'll retain access until the end of the current billing period.
How to Cancel The Washington Post Subscription on Android
For those who signed up via Google Play, your subscription is managed there, not on the WaPo site. The process is pretty straightforward.
1 Open the Play Store
Launch the Google Play Store app on your Android device.
2 Go to Payments & Subscriptions
Tap your profile icon in the top-right corner, then select Payments & subscriptions.
3 View Your Subscriptions
Tap on Subscriptions to see all your active subs.
4 Select The Washington Post
Find The Washington Post in the list and tap on it to manage it.
5 Tap Cancel Subscription
Tap Cancel subscription and follow any on-screen instructions to finalize it. Easy.
Cancel The Washington Post Subscription with phone
You can call customer service at 1-800-477-4679. Their hours are typically Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM ET, and weekends 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM ET. Be prepared for a wait and a retention offer. One user said, 'I had to say no three times before they finally processed the cancellation.'
Before you cancel, know this. The Washington Post generally does not offer prorated refunds. If you cancel, you'll have access until your current paid period ends. Your account data isn't deleted, you just lose subscriber access. They also offer a 'vacation stop' for print subscribers, and sometimes you can pause a digital plan by calling them, which might be a better option if you just need a break.
The Washington Post Plans and Pricing 2025
| Plan | Price (per month) | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Digital | ~$4.00 | Unlimited access on the website (washingtonpost.com). Good for casual readers who use a computer. |
| All-Access Digital | ~$12.00 | Includes website access, plus full access to The Washington Post app, and bonus digital subscriptions. This is the standard plan. |
| Premium Digital | ~$25.00 | Everything in All-Access, plus an ad-free reading experience and other premium features. |
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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.
