How to Cancel Hotspot Shield Subscription

Hotspot Shield, launched back in 2008, is a popular VPN service designed to protect your privacy and unblock content online. Maybe you signed up to watch that one geo-restricted show everyone on social media was talking about, and now you're done with it. It happens. With plans ranging from $7.99 to $12.99, an unused subscription can add up. This guide covers canceling on desktop, iOS, and Android, potentially saving you up to $96 a year. Let's get it done.

Published on 28 Jun, 2025
Olivia Harper, Content Manager
7 min read

How to Cancel Hotspot Shield Subscription on Desktop

Canceling on their website is the most direct method if you didn't subscribe through an app store. Be prepared for a few extra clicks, as they really don't want to see you go. I had to refresh the page once because the final confirmation button didn't load.

1 Log Into Your Account

First, head over to the Hotspot Shield website and log into your account. You'll need the email and password you signed up with.

2 Navigate to Account Settings

Once you're logged in, look for the 'Account' link, usually in the top navigation menu. Click on that to get to your dashboard.

3 Find the Cancellation Link

In your account area, find the section labeled 'Subscription'. You should see a link that says 'Cancel subscription' or 'Turn off auto-renewal'. Honestly, they sometimes make this hard to find, so you might have to scan the page carefully.

4 Confirm the Cancellation

This is the annoying part. You'll likely have to click through a survey or a page trying to convince you to stay. Just keep clicking 'Cancel' until you see a final confirmation message on the screen. Don't get distracted by last-minute offers.

How to Cancel Hotspot Shield Subscription on iOS

If you signed up on your iPhone, you have to cancel through Apple. Hotspot Shield's support can't do it for you. The good news? It's much simpler than using their website.

1 Open Your Device Settings

Open the main Settings app on your iPhone or iPad. It's the gray gear icon.

2 Tap Your Apple ID

Tap on your name and Apple ID profile picture right at the top of the settings menu.

3 Go to Subscriptions

On the next screen, tap on 'Subscriptions'. This will show you a list of all your active and expired subscriptions tied to your Apple account.

4 Find and Cancel Hotspot Shield

Find Hotspot Shield in the list and tap on it. Then, just hit the red 'Cancel Subscription' button. If the button isn't there, it means it's already canceled.

How to Cancel Hotspot Shield Subscription on Android

Just like with Apple, if you subscribed through the Google Play Store, that's where you need to cancel. It's a standard process and saves you from having to log into their website.

1 Open the Google Play Store

Launch the Google Play Store app on your Android device.

2 Tap Your Profile Icon

Tap on your profile icon, which is usually located in the top-right corner of the screen.

3 Navigate to Subscriptions

From the menu that pops up, select 'Payments & subscriptions', and then tap on 'Subscriptions'.

4 Find and Cancel Hotspot Shield

Scroll through the list to find Hotspot Shield. Tap on it, and then select 'Cancel subscription'. Follow the on-screen instructions to confirm.

Cancel Hotspot Shield Subscription with Live Chat

Live chat is typically the fastest way to get help, but it's often reserved for premium users. You'll need to log into your account on the Hotspot Shield website and find the 'Support' or 'Help' section. The chat option should appear there. Be prepared to wait a few minutes for an agent.

Cancel Hotspot Shield Subscription with Email

You can send an email to support@hotspotshield.com. Make sure to email them from the address associated with your account to avoid back-and-forth. This is the slowest method, expect a response within 24 to 48 hours.

Before you cancel, know this. Hotspot Shield offers a 45-day money-back guarantee for your initial purchase, but they generally do not offer refunds for subscription renewals if you forget to cancel. Your account data won't be deleted right away, you'll just lose premium features. There is no option to pause your subscription, so it's either on or off.

Hotspot Shield Plans and Pricing 2025

Plan Price (USD) Details
Premium (Monthly) $12.99/month Billed each month. Allows connection for up to 10 devices, includes special modes for streaming and gaming, and offers 24/7 tech support.
Premium (Annual) $7.99/month Billed as $95.88 once per year. You get all the same features as the monthly plan but at a much lower overall cost. This is the plan that usually catches people with auto-renewal.

Frequently Asked Questions about Hotspot Shield

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Olivia Harper

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.

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