Launched in 2021, Discovery Plus is the go-to spot for reality TV, true crime, and documentary fans. It's home to everything from HGTV to the Food Network. But maybe your free trial ended, or you're just tired of seeing another '90 Day Fiancé' spinoff pop up every single week. With plans from $4.99 to $8.99 a month, the cost adds up. This guide covers how to cancel on desktop, iOS, and Android, potentially saving you up to $107 a year. Let's get that subscription cancelled so you can stop worrying about the next charge.
How to Cancel Discovery Plus on iPhone (iOS)
If you signed up for Discovery Plus through the Apple App Store, you have to cancel it through your iPhone or iPad settings. Trying to cancel in the Discovery Plus app won't work, which is a common point of frustration.
1 Open the Settings App
Find and tap the gray Settings icon on your iPhone's home screen. This is where all Apple-level subscriptions are managed, not inside the Discovery Plus app itself.
2 Tap Your Apple ID
Your name and profile picture are at the very top of the Settings menu. Tap on it to access your Apple ID, iCloud, and media settings.
3 Select Subscriptions
On the Apple ID screen, tap on Subscriptions. You'll see a list of all your active and expired subscriptions tied to your Apple account. It can be a surprisingly long list.
4 Find and Cancel Discovery Plus
Scroll through the list to find Discovery Plus. Tap on it, and then select Cancel Subscription. You'll have to confirm your choice, and that's it. Apple will send a confirmation email.
How to Cancel Discovery Plus on Android
For Android users, the cancellation process runs through the Google Play Store. You can't cancel directly from the Discovery Plus app, so don't waste your time looking for a button there.
1 Open the Google Play Store
Launch the Google Play Store app on your Android device. Make sure you're signed into the same Google account you used to subscribe.
2 Access Your Profile
Tap on your profile icon in the top-right corner of the screen. This will open a menu with several account options.
3 Go to Payments & Subscriptions
From the profile menu, select Payments & subscriptions. Then, on the next screen, tap Subscriptions to see everything you're paying for through Google Play.
4 Locate and Cancel Discovery Plus
Find Discovery Plus in your list of active subscriptions. Tap on it, and then tap the Cancel subscription button. Follow the on-screen prompts to confirm. Honestly, I had to tap it twice before it registered.
How to Cancel Discovery Plus on Desktop or Laptop
Canceling on a desktop is often the most straightforward way, provided you signed up directly with Discovery Plus.
1 Visit the Discovery Plus Website
Open your web browser and go to discoveryplus.com. This method only works if you subscribed directly on their website, not through an app store or another provider like Roku.
2 Sign In to Your Account
Click Sign In at the top-right corner and enter your login credentials. If you forgot your password, now's the time to reset it.
3 Navigate to Your Account Settings
Once logged in, hover over your profile icon (it's usually a circle with your initial or picture) in the top-right corner and click Account from the dropdown menu.
4 Cancel Your Subscription
In the 'Subscription' section, you should see a link that says Cancel Subscription. Click it and follow the final confirmation steps. They might offer you a discount to stay, so be prepared to click past that if you're sure you want to cancel.
Before You Cancel: What You Should Know
Before you hit that cancel button, here are a few things to keep in mind:
- No Refunds for Partial Months: Discovery Plus does not offer prorated refunds. If you cancel, you can continue using the service until the end of your current billing cycle, but you won't get any money back for the unused time.
- Your Watch History is Gone: If you decide to resubscribe later, your viewing history and 'My List' will likely be deleted. You'll have to start from scratch.
- No Pausing Option: Unfortunately, you can't just pause your subscription for a few months. Your only option is to cancel it completely and sign up again later.
Having Trouble Cancelling Your Discovery Plus Subscription?
It can be a real pain when you can't find the cancel button. Here are a few things to try:
- Check Where You Subscribed: This is the biggest issue people face. If you subscribed through Apple, you must cancel through Apple. If you subscribed through Amazon Prime Video Channels, you must cancel on Amazon's site. The Discovery Plus website can only handle cancellations for direct subscriptions.
- Use a Desktop Browser: Mobile apps and mobile websites can sometimes be buggy. Try logging into your account on a laptop or desktop computer. Weirdly, this often solves the problem.
- Clear Your Cache or Use Incognito Mode: Sometimes your browser's cache can cause issues. Try clearing it or opening an incognito/private window to log in and cancel.
- Contact Support as a Last Resort: If nothing else works, you'll have to contact their customer support. Be prepared for a wait, but they can manually cancel the subscription for you.
Subscription Plans and Pricing (2025)
| Plan | Monthly Price (USD) | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Discovery+ (Ad-Lite) | $4.99 | Access to the entire streaming library with commercial interruptions. A good budget option if you don't mind ads. |
| Discovery+ (Ad-Free) | $8.99 | Watch everything without any ads. This plan also allows you to download select shows and movies for offline viewing. |
How Pine AI Can Help You Cancel Your Discovery Plus Subscription
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Chloe Anne-Bennett
Streaming & Entertainment Editor
Chloe Anne-Bennett is the Streaming & Entertainment Editor at Pine AI. Chloe is a leading voice on the business of streaming, entertainment and the evolving landscape of digital media. Before contributing to Pine AI, Chloe was an entertainment correspondent for a major news outlet, where she reported on everything from box office trends to the impact of streaming services on traditional media. At Pine AI, Chloe leverages her deep industry knowledge to provide our readers with insightful analysis of the latest trends, helping them make sense of their subscriptions and where to hit the sweet spots in how to handle customer service reps.
