How to Cancel ArtNews Subscription (2025 Guide)

Stop unwanted charges. Learn how to cancel your ArtNews subscription on iPhone, Android, or desktop. Avoid auto-renewal fees today.

Last Edited on 06 Dec, 2025

Emma Sullivan, EdTech and Media Writer

8 min read

Founded in 1902, ArtNews covers the industry, but maybe you are over the endless debates about AI replacing artists. Subscriptions run from $12.95 to $149.00, so cancelling saves you up to $149. You can cancel on iOS, Android, or desktop. Visit ArtNews to check your account. Pissed Consumer data highlights frustration with "billing disputes" and "poor customer service," with significant complaints in the last 3 years. It is a hassle. If you are seeing price hikes or just reading less, it is time to go.

How to Cancel ArtNews on Desktop

Cancelling directly through the website is the ideal route, but be warned that some legacy accounts glitch out and hide the button.

1 Log In to Your Account

Go to the ArtNews website and log in. You might need to hunt for the login button in the top corner. If you forgot your password, reset it now because you cannot cancel without access.

2 Access Customer Care

Navigate to the My Account or Customer Care section. This is often buried in the footer or under a profile icon. Legacy media sites love to hide this.

3 Select Subscription Status

Look for a tab labeled My Subscription or Manage Account. You should see your active plan details here.

4 Click Cancel Subscription

If the option exists online, click Cancel Subscription. Follow the prompts to confirm. If the button is missing (which happens often with older publishers), you will likely need to use the email method below.

How to Cancel ArtNews on iPhone (iOS)

If you subscribed via the App Store, Apple handles the billing. This is usually the easiest way to cancel.

1 Open Settings

Tap the grey Settings gear icon on your home screen. Do not open the ArtNews app itself; you cannot cancel from inside it.

2 Tap Your Name

Click your Apple ID name at the very top of the Settings menu.

3 Select Subscriptions

Tap Subscriptions. It might take a second to load your list of active services.

4 Cancel ArtNews

Find ArtNews in the list and tap it. Select Cancel Subscription. If you do not see it here, you likely signed up directly through their website.

How to Cancel ArtNews on Android

Android users who bought the app via Google Play must cancel through the store, not the magazine website.

1 Open Google Play Store

Launch the Google Play Store app on your device. Make sure you are signed into the correct Google account.

2 Tap Profile Icon

Tap your profile picture in the top right corner.

3 Payments & Subscriptions

Select Payments & subscriptions and then tap on Subscriptions.

4 Cancel Subscription

Locate ArtNews in the list. Tap it and select Cancel subscription. Follow the on-screen confirmation.

Cancel by Email or Phone

Since ArtNews is a legacy publication, their digital systems can be clunky. Many users report needing to contact support directly to get a cancellation processed correctly.

Customer Service Email:
Send a request to customerservice@artnews.com. Include your full name and account number if you have it. Ask for a confirmation number.

Customer Service Phone:
Call 1-800-284-4625. Be prepared for hold times. It is best to call early in the morning to avoid the lunch rush.

What is ArtNews Cancellation Policy

ArtNews generally operates on a standard magazine policy. If you cancel a monthly digital subscription, access continues until the end of the billing cycle, but you will not be charged again. For annual print subscriptions, they typically do not offer pro-rated refunds for the remaining issues if you cancel mid-year. You just stop the auto-renewal for the next year. It is frustrating if you just renewed and wanted your money back, but that is standard industry practice.

Having Trouble Cancelling Your ArtNews Subscription?

Struggling to cut the cord? You are not the only one.

Check Third-Party Billing: Did you subscribe via Amazon Newsstand or a bundle? You must cancel there, not on ArtNews.com.
Browser Issues: Try logging in from a desktop using Chrome Incognito mode. Sometimes ad-blockers hide the cancel button.
The "Call Us" Trap: If the website directs you to call a phone number, they are trying to retain you. Just be firm and say "No."
Email Trail: Always send an email if the button fails so you have a timestamped proof of your request.

Subscription Plans and Pricing (2025)

Plan Type	Cost	Details
Digital Monthly	~$12.95/mo	Access to online articles and archives.
Digital Annual	~$129.00/yr	Full year of digital access.
Print + Digital	~$149.00/yr	Physical magazine delivery plus digital access.

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Frequently Asked Questions about ArtNews

Can I unsubscribe from ArtNews anytime?

Yeah, you can technically hit cancel whenever. But they usually keep your money for the current month or year. It is not an instant refund situation.

Can I get a refund from ArtNews if I forgot to cancel?

Highly unlikely. Most magazines have a strict "no refund" policy once the charge hits. I tried arguing this once with a different magazine and got nowhere.

How do I know my ArtNews subscription is cancelled?

You should get an email confirmation. If you don't see one in your spam folder within an hour, assume it didn't work and call them.

How long does it take for ArtNews to cancel?

Online should be instant. If you email them? Could take 48 hours or more. Snail pace.

What else should I know before I cancel my ArtNews subscription?

Download any articles or PDFs you want to keep. Once your access expires, those archives are gone for good.

How do I raise a complaint to ArtNews?

Email their support or blast them on Twitter. Honestly, public shaming seems to work faster than their phone line these days.

How does Pine AI work with ArtNews to cancel my subscription?

We basically do the dirty work. You give us the info, we deal with the login or the phone tree, and you just get a notification when it is dead.

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Emma Sullivan

EdTech and Media Writer

Emma Sullivan is the EdTech & Media Writer at Pine AI, focusing on the intersection of educational technology, digital media, and consumer trends. With over a decade of experience as a technology journalist and an educator, Emma brings a unique, hands-on perspective to their analysis. In her full time profession Emma teaches digital literacy programs and reports for leading technology publications, where they cover the launch of major educational platforms and the integration of new media in learning environments. Emma is committed to providing readers with practical, insightful, and reliable guidance whether it's about saving money or practical subscription hacks, she wants to empower consumers through knowleddge.