Thinking about canceling your Time Magazine subscription? You're not alone. Founded way back in 1923, TIME is a staple of American journalism, but maybe you only signed up to read about Taylor Swift as Person of the Year and now the magazines are just piling up. It happens. This guide will help you cancel your plan, which can range from $3 to $5 a month, and avoid any surprise charges. We'll walk you through canceling on desktop or phone, potentially saving you up to $60 a year. Let's get it done.
How to Cancel Time Magazine Subscription on Desktop
This is the most common way to cancel if you signed up directly on the TIME website. Honestly, finding the right page can feel like a bit of a maze, but the option is there.
1 Log Into Your TIME Account
Navigate to Time.com. You'll need to sign in, so have your email and password ready. If you forgot it, the 'Forgot Password' link works, but it can be slow.
2 Find the Subscription Management Page
Once you're in, look for your name or a profile icon, usually in the top-right corner. Click it and find the link for 'Manage Subscription' or 'Customer Care'. It's sometimes buried.
3 Locate the Auto-Renewal Settings
This is where it gets tricky. They don't always make it obvious. You are looking for a setting related to 'Automatic Renewal'. Click on that to manage it.
4 Turn Off Auto-Renewal to Cancel
You should see an option to turn off auto-renewal or a direct 'Cancel Subscription' button. Click it. I had to click it twice for the confirmation screen to pop up, which was a bit weird.
5 Confirm the Cancellation
The site will likely ask you why you're leaving or offer you a discount. Just push through and confirm your cancellation. Always wait for the confirmation email to arrive in your inbox as proof.
How to Cancel Time Magazine Subscription on iOS
If you subscribed through the Apple App Store, you have to cancel it through Apple. TIME can't cancel it for you, which is a common point of confusion.
1 Open Settings
Open the main Settings app on your iPhone or iPad. It's the one with the gear icon.
2 Tap Your Apple ID
Tap on your Apple ID profile, which is your name right at the top of the screen.
3 Go to Subscriptions
Select the 'Subscriptions' option from the list. You'll see all your active and expired app subscriptions here.
4 Select the TIME Subscription
Find and tap on the TIME Magazine subscription in the list.
5 Tap 'Cancel Subscription'
Tap the 'Cancel Subscription' button and confirm your choice. The subscription will now expire at the end of the current billing cycle.
Cancel Time Magazine Subscription with phone
You can call TIME customer service at 1-800-843-8463. They are typically available during standard business hours, Monday to Friday. Be prepared for potential wait times. A user on a forum mentioned they had to call twice because the first representative seemed unable to find their account details.
Cancel Time Magazine Subscription with email
You can email customer service at customerservice@time.com or use the contact form on their website. An email response can take a few business days, so this isn't the best method if your renewal date is just around the corner.
Before you cancel, know that TIME generally does not offer prorated refunds. If you cancel mid-term, you'll keep your access until the subscription period ends, but you won't get any money back for the unused time. Some print subscribers might be able to pause their subscription (they call it 'Suspend Delivery') by contacting customer service, which could be a better option if you just need a temporary break.
Time Magazine Plans and Pricing 2025
| Plan | Price (Approx.) | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Digital Access | $3/month or $36/year | Includes full access to Time.com, the digital TIME Vault archives, and the TIME app. No physical magazine. |
| Print + Digital | $5/month or $60/year | You get everything from the Digital plan plus the weekly print magazine delivered to your home. |
| Cover Store | Varies | Not a subscription, but you can buy single print or digital copies of iconic covers. |
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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.
