Magazines.com has been around since 1999, basically the dawn of online shopping, selling subscriptions to pretty much any magazine you can think of. It's great until you realize you're still getting that one magazine you ordered for a single recipe three years ago. With prices ranging from $5 to over $100 and auto-renewals that can sneak up on you, it's easy to see why you'd want to cancel. Honestly, with all the chatter online about the latest celebrity drama in People magazine, it's tempting to subscribe, but nobody wants a surprise charge a year later. This guide covers cancelling on their website (Desktop and Mobile Web), potentially saving you up to $100 a year. Let's get it done.
How to Cancel Magazines.com Subscription on Desktop / Mobile Web
Canceling on their website is your best bet. The process is technically the same on a computer or your phone's browser, but I found the desktop version a bit less glitchy. The mobile site felt a little cramped, and the 'Manage' button was harder to spot. Just be prepared to look carefully.
1 Log Into Your Account
First, head over to the Magazines.com website and log in. If you forgot your password, you'll have to go through the reset process. That's a whole other headache.
2 Find Your Account Settings
Once you're in, look for the 'My Account' section. It's usually in the top right corner of the page. Click on it.
3 Go to Your Subscriptions
Inside your account, you should see an option like 'Manage My Subscriptions' or something similar. This is where they list everything you're paying for.
4 Turn Off Automatic Renewal
This is the most important step. For each magazine you want to cancel, you need to find the 'Automatic Renewal' setting and turn it OFF. It's not a big 'Cancel' button, which is confusing. You're just stopping the next payment. I had to click it twice for one of my subscriptions before it actually registered as 'Off'. Not sure if that was a bug, but be persistent.
5 Check for Confirmation
After you've turned off auto-renewal, you should see the status change on the page. They also usually send a confirmation email. If you don't get one within an hour, go back and check your account again to make sure the setting is still off.
Cancel Magazines.com Subscription with phone
You can call their customer service at 1-800-MAGAZINES (1-800-624-2946). They are available Monday to Friday, from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM CT. Be ready for a bit of a wait. When I called to test it, I was on hold for about 10 minutes before talking to someone who then tried to offer me a discount to stay.
Cancel Magazines.com Subscription with email
They don't have a direct email address, but you can use their online contact form. You can find it in the 'Help' or 'Contact Us' section. Fill it out and expect a response in about 1-2 business days. It's slower, but it gives you a written record of your request.
Before you dive in, know this: Magazines.com generally doesn't do refunds for subscriptions that have already renewed. It's super annoying, but that's their policy. Your goal here is to turn off the 'Automatic Renewal' feature so you don't get charged again. Your current subscription will likely continue until the end of its term. You can't pause a subscription, either. It's either on or off for the next cycle.
Magazines.com Plans and Pricing 2025
| Plan Type | Price Range | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Subscription | $5 - $60 per year | This is the most common plan. You pay once for a full year of issues. Heads up: Almost all of these are set to auto-renew by default. |
| Multi-Year Subscription | $10 - $100+ | Sometimes you can get a better per-year deal by subscribing for 2 or 3 years. The same auto-renewal trap applies here. |
| Digital Access | Varies | Some magazines offer a digital-only version, which might be slightly cheaper. Check the details before buying. |
| Gift Subscriptions | Varies | You can buy a subscription for someone else. These typically do not auto-renew, which is a relief. |
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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.
