Can I unsubscribe from Steam anytime?

Yep. You can cancel the renewal for your game subscription on Steam at any time. You won't be charged again, and you can still play until your current paid period runs out.

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

Almost certainly not. Steam's policy is pretty firm: no refunds on subscription fees, even if you forgot to cancel. Once the charge goes through, you've paid for that month or period of access.

How do I know my Steam subscription is cancelled?

Check your 'Manage Subscriptions' page in your Account Details. The subscription should say it will expire on a certain date instead of showing a 'Next Billing Date'. You should also get a confirmation email from Steam.

How long does it take for Steam to cancel?

The cancellation itself is instant. Your subscription status will update immediately to show it won't renew. However, your access to the game will continue until the end of the billing cycle you've already paid for.

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

Just double-check that you're canceling through Steam. If you subscribed directly on the game's own website using a credit card or PayPal, you have to cancel it there, not on Steam. It's a common mistake.

How do I raise a complaint to Steam?

You have to go through the official Steam Support website. You'll need to log in, find the relevant category for your issue, and submit a support ticket. There's no direct phone number or email for complaints.

How to Cancel Your Steam Subscription (2025)

Steam, launched by Valve way back in 2003, is the biggest digital storefront for PC games. It's not a subscription service itself, but you can subscribe to specific games, like MMOs, through it. Maybe you subscribed to a game to play with friends but now everyone's moved on to Helldivers 2 and you're stuck with a monthly charge. It happens. This guide helps you cancel those pesky recurring payments, which can range from $12.99 to $14.99 a month. By canceling, you can save up to $180 a year, freeing up cash for the next big Steam sale. The process is handled on desktop through the client or website.

Last Edited on 06 Aug, 2025

Chloe Anne-Bennett, Streaming & Entertainment Editor

6 min read

How to Cancel Steam Subscription on Desktop (Client or Website)

Canceling a game subscription on Steam is done through your account settings. It's not super intuitive, but it's the only way to do it if you're billed through Steam. Weirdly, I've heard from some people on Reddit that the 'Manage Subscriptions' link sometimes doesn't appear right away. A page refresh usually fixes it.

1 Log In to Your Steam Account

First, you need to log into your Steam account. Use either the desktop client you have installed or just go to the Steam website in your browser. The steps are the same for both.

2 Click Your Profile Name

Look at the top-right corner of the window. You'll see your profile name. Click on it to open a dropdown menu.

3 Select 'Account Details'

From that dropdown menu, select Account Details. This is where Steam hides all the important billing stuff.

4 Find 'Manage Subscriptions'

On the Account Details page, look under the 'Store & Purchase History' section. You should see a link that says Manage subscriptions. It's not always obvious, so you might have to scan the page for it. I had to look twice before I found it tucked away.

5 Locate the Subscription to Cancel

This page lists all your active, recurring game subscriptions. Find the one you want to get rid of and click the Edit button next to it.

6 Confirm the Cancellation

Steam will show you the details of the subscription and an option to cancel. Select the option to cancel your subscription and follow the final prompts to confirm. Make sure you get to a screen that says it's been cancelled.

Before you cancel, know this. Your game data and Steam account are safe, you're only stopping the recurring payment for one specific game. Steam does not offer refunds for subscription periods you've already paid for, so if you cancel, you can typically keep playing until the current billing cycle ends. There's no 'pause' option, canceling is your only move.

Steam Plans and Pricing 2025

Steam itself is free to use. The 'plans' are actually recurring subscriptions for individual games, mostly Massively Multiplayer Online games (MMOs). You pay a monthly fee to access the game's servers. The price is set by the game's publisher, not by Steam.

Here are some typical examples:

Game Subscription Example	Estimated Monthly Price (USD)	Details
Final Fantasy XIV Online	$12.99 - $14.99	The standard subscription for one of the most popular MMOs. Price varies by the number of characters you want per server.
The Elder Scrolls Online (ESO Plus)	$14.99	This is an optional subscription that gives you access to all DLC, an in-game currency stipend, and a craft bag.
EVE Online (Omega Time)	$20.99	Provides access to advanced skills and faster training speed in this massive space-based MMO.

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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.