Paramount+, the streaming service that evolved from CBS All Access in 2021, is home to everything from NFL games to shows like 'Star Trek: Discovery' and 'Yellowstone' spinoffs. But maybe you're done with the new 'Knuckles' series or you only signed up for the Super Bowl and now you're getting charged. With plans ranging from $5.99 to $11.99, those charges add up. This guide covers canceling on desktop, iOS, and Android, helping you save up to $144 a year and avoid those surprise fees. Let's get it done.
How to Cancel Paramount Plus Subscription on Desktop
Canceling directly on the Paramount+ website is usually the most straightforward way, assuming you signed up there. If you subscribed through another service like Roku or Amazon, you have to cancel it there instead. It's a common trap.
1 Visit ParamountPlus.com
Go to the official Paramount+ website in your browser. Simple enough.
2 Log In to Your Account
Find the Sign In button, usually at the top right. Enter your email and password. If you forgot your password, get ready for the whole 'reset password' dance.
3 Navigate to Your Profile
In the top-right corner, you'll see your name or profile icon. Hover over it to open the menu.
4 Select 'Account'
From the dropdown menu, click on Account. This is where they hide all the important stuff.
5 Find the Cancel Link
Scroll down until you see a section called 'Subscription & Billing'. Under your plan details, you should see a link that says Cancel Subscription. Sometimes you have to squint to find it.
6 Confirm Your Cancellation
Of course, they'll ask you why you're leaving and probably offer you a discount. Just click through the prompts until you get a final confirmation. Make sure you see a 'Your subscription has been cancelled' message. Don't close the tab until you do.
How to Cancel Paramount Plus Subscription on iOS
If you signed up for Paramount+ through the app on your iPhone or iPad, your subscription is managed by Apple. You can't cancel it from the Paramount+ website, which is honestly a pain. You have to do it through your device settings.
1 Open the Settings App
Find and open the gray gear icon on your iPhone or iPad's home screen.
2 Tap Your Apple ID
Your name and Apple ID are right at the top. Tap on it.
3 Select 'Subscriptions'
In the list of options, find and tap on Subscriptions. This is where Apple keeps track of all your app-based subs.
4 Find Paramount+
Scroll through the list of active and expired subscriptions to find Paramount+. Tap on it to see the details.
5 Tap 'Cancel Subscription'
You'll see a red Cancel Subscription button. Tap it, and then tap Confirm. That's it. Apple handles the rest, and your subscription will end on the date shown.
How to Cancel Paramount Plus Subscription on Android
Subscribed on an Android device? Then your billing is likely handled by the Google Play Store. Just like with Apple, you have to cancel it through the store's settings, not the Paramount+ app itself.
1 Launch the Google Play Store
Open the Google Play Store app on your Android phone or tablet.
2 Tap Your Profile Icon
Tap on your profile picture or initial in the top-right corner of the screen.
3 Choose 'Payments & subscriptions'
A menu will pop up. Tap on Payments & subscriptions.
4 Tap 'Subscriptions'
On the next screen, tap Subscriptions to see all the services you're paying for through Google Play.
5 Select the Paramount+ Subscription
Find Paramount+ in your list of subscriptions and tap on it.
6 Tap 'Cancel subscription'
At the bottom of the screen, you'll see an option to Cancel subscription. Tap it and follow any final prompts from Google to confirm. Weirdly, I had to tap it twice on my phone before it registered.
Cancel Paramount Plus Subscription with Live Chat
Paramount+ pushes you towards their Help Center, but you can get a real person via live chat. Go to their help page, click a topic, and look for the 'Still need help? Chat now' button. It can take a while for an agent to connect, especially during peak hours. Be prepared to wait.
Nope, Paramount+ won't give you a refund if you cancel a day after your renewal. It's super annoying, but that's their policy. You'll keep your access until the end of the billing cycle you've already paid for. Also, your account itself isn't deleted, so you can always resubscribe later if you miss it. Pausing your subscription isn't an option they offer.
Paramount Plus Plans and Pricing 2025
| Plan | Monthly Price | Annual Price | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paramount+ Essential | $5.99 | $59.99 | Includes thousands of shows and movies with limited commercials. Live NFL games on CBS are included, but you don't get your local live CBS station. |
| Paramount+ with SHOWTIME | $11.99 | $119.99 | Includes everything in the Essential plan, but with no ads (except on live TV channels). You also get access to all SHOWTIME content, your local live CBS station, and the ability to download shows to watch offline. |
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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.
