People Magazine has been the go-to for celebrity news and human-interest stories since 1974. Maybe you signed up just to follow every single detail of the Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce saga, but now your coffee table is overflowing and you're ready to move on. With subscription costs ranging from $10 to $120, and the potential to save up to $120 a year, canceling is a smart move if you're not reading it. This guide covers how to cancel on your desktop, iOS, and Android devices so you can stop unwanted charges.
How to Cancel People Magazine Subscription on Desktop
This is the most direct way to cancel, but their website can be a little clunky. I had to click around a bit to find the right page. Be patient.
1 Log In to Your Account
Go to the People Magazine customer service website. You'll need the email and password you used to sign up. If you forgot it, the 'Forgot Password' link is your friend.
2 Find the Customer Service Page
Look for a link that says 'Customer Service' or 'Manage Your Subscription'. It's often in the footer or header of the magazine's main site. Honestly, it can be a bit buried.
3 Navigate to Your Subscription
Once in the customer service portal, you should see your active subscription details. This part can be confusing; sometimes it's hidden under 'Account Settings' or a similar menu.
4 Click to Cancel
Find the Cancel Subscription or Turn Off Automatic Renewal button. They will probably try to offer you a discount to stay. Just click through the prompts to confirm the cancellation.
5 Get Confirmation
You should see a confirmation message on the screen and receive an email. If you don't get an email within an hour, something might have gone wrong. I always take a screenshot of the confirmation page, just in case.
How to Cancel People Magazine Subscription on iOS
If you subscribed through the App Store, you have to cancel it through Apple. People Magazine can't do it for you. It's an Apple thing.
1 Open Your Settings
Go to the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad.
2 Tap Your Apple ID
Tap on your name at the very top of the screen.
3 Go to Subscriptions
Select Subscriptions from the list.
4 Find and Cancel People
Find the People Magazine subscription in your active list and tap on it. Then, hit Cancel Subscription. Easy.
How to Cancel People Magazine Subscription on Android
Same deal as iOS. If you signed up via the Google Play Store, that's where you have to cancel. It's pretty straightforward.
1 Open the Play Store
Launch the Google Play Store app on your Android device.
2 Access Your Profile
Tap on your profile icon in the top-right corner.
3 Go to Payments & Subscriptions
Select Payments & subscriptions, and then tap on Subscriptions.
4 Find and Cancel People
Locate your People Magazine subscription, tap on it, and then choose Cancel subscription.
Cancel People Magazine Subscription with phone
You can call People Magazine's customer service at 1-800-541-9000. Their hours are typically Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 9 PM ET, and Saturday, 8 AM to 7 PM ET. Be prepared for a potential wait. One user on a forum mentioned being on hold for 20 minutes, so maybe call while you're doing something else. They will almost certainly try to offer you a lower rate to keep you subscribed.
Cancel People Magazine Subscription with email
People Magazine uses a contact form instead of a direct email address. You can find it on their customer service page. Fill out your account details and state clearly that you want to cancel. Response times can vary, from a day to a week. Honestly, calling is probably faster if you have the time.
Before you hit cancel, know this: People Magazine, like most magazine subscriptions, typically does not offer prorated refunds. If you cancel mid-term, you'll likely continue receiving issues until your paid subscription period ends, but it won't auto-renew. Your access to the digital archives will probably end when the subscription expires. There isn't usually an option to 'pause' your subscription, so cancellation is your main choice.
People Magazine Plans and Pricing 2025
| Plan | Price (Approx.) | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Print + Digital | $119.99 / year | Get the weekly print magazine delivered to your door, plus full access to the digital edition on your tablet or phone and the online archives. |
| Digital Only | $11.99 / month | Access the digital version of the magazine on all your devices. Good if you want to save paper, but the monthly cost adds up. |
| Print Only | $109.99 / year | The classic subscription. You get the physical magazine each week. No digital access included. |
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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.
