Medium, founded in 2012, is the go-to spot for deep dives on everything from tech to personal essays. It feels like every time a new AI tool drops, a dozen 'How To' guides pop up on Medium instantly. But maybe you're done reading and ready to save some cash. Subscriptions run from $5 to $50, and this guide covers canceling on desktop, iOS, and Android, potentially saving you up to $50 a year. Let's get that subscription canceled without the headache.
How to Cancel Medium Subscription on Desktop
Canceling on a computer is probably the most direct way. You do it right on the Medium website, but it involves getting redirected to their payment partner, which can be a little confusing.
1 Log Into Your Account
First, open your browser and go to the Medium website. You'll need to be logged into the account you want to cancel.
2 Click Your Profile Icon
In the bottom-left corner of the page, click on your profile picture. A menu will pop up.
3 Go to Settings
From that menu, select Settings. This will take you to your main account management page.
4 Find the Membership Tab
On the settings page, look for the Membership tab. It's usually between 'Notifications' and 'Security'. Click on it to see your subscription details.
5 Manage Your Membership
Here's the slightly tricky part. You'll see your plan details. Click the link that says Manage membership. It will take you to another page managed by their payment processor, Stripe.
6 Click Cancel and Confirm
On the Stripe page, you should see a clear option to Cancel plan. I had to scroll a bit to find it. Click it, and then you'll have to confirm one last time. That's it, you're done.
How to Cancel Medium Subscription on iOS
If you signed up on your iPhone or iPad, you have to cancel through Apple, not the Medium app. It's a common trip-up for a lot of users.
1 Open iPhone Settings
You can't cancel inside the Medium app. Super annoying, I know. You have to go through your Apple ID. Open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad.
2 Tap Your Apple ID
Tap on your name and Apple ID banner at the very top of the Settings screen.
3 Select Subscriptions
On the Apple ID screen, tap on the Subscriptions option. You'll see a list of all your active and expired app subscriptions.
4 Find the Medium Subscription
Find Medium in the list of active subscriptions and tap on it.
5 Tap Cancel Subscription
At the bottom of the screen, you'll see a red Cancel Subscription button. Tap it and confirm your choice. Your subscription will now show an 'Expires on' date.
How to Cancel Medium Subscription on Android
For Android users, the process is handled through the Google Play Store. It's a few taps, but at least it's consistent with how other Android app subscriptions work.
1 Open the Google Play Store
Just like with iOS, you can't cancel from the Medium app itself. You need to go where the money is handled. Open the Google Play Store app.
2 Tap Your Profile Icon
Tap on your profile icon in the top-right corner of the screen.
3 Choose Payments & Subscriptions
From the menu that appears, select Payments & subscriptions.
4 Tap Subscriptions
Next, tap on Subscriptions. This will show you all the subscriptions managed by your Google account.
5 Select the Medium Subscription
Find Medium in the list and tap on it to manage it.
6 Tap Cancel Subscription
At the bottom of the screen, you'll find the Cancel subscription button. Tap it and follow the prompts to confirm. You're all set.
Cancel Medium Subscription with email
Medium doesn't offer phone or live chat support. Your only real option is to submit a support ticket through their help center. Go to help.medium.com to submit your request. Don't hold your breath for a quick reply, responses can sometimes take a few business days.
Heads up, canceling your Medium Membership doesn't delete your account or your published stories. You just become a free user again. And refunds? Forget about it. Medium is pretty clear in their terms: they don't offer refunds if you cancel after a payment, even if you forgot. There's also no option to pause your membership, so it's all or nothing.
Medium Plans and Pricing 2025
| Plan | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | Access to a limited number of member-only stories per month (usually 3). You can still publish your own stories and interact with free content. |
| Member | $5/month or $50/year | Get unlimited access to every story on Medium. Your subscription fee directly supports the writers you read. Includes audio versions of popular stories. |
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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.
