How to Cancel YouTube Music in 2026
To cancel YouTube Music, open your account settings and look for the subscription management option — the process is moderately simple and takes about 3–5 minutes. At $12.99/month ($155.88/year), YouTube Music adds up quickly. Before canceling entirely, check if a free ad-supported tier exists or if your phone carrier includes a music subscription at no extra cost.
Quick Summary
Monthly Cost
$12.99
Annual Cost
$155.88
Steps
5
Time
3–5 minutes
When you try to cancel
🔴 No offers — clean exit
YouTube Music does not offer retention discounts or cancellation negotiations.
Cancellation difficulty
Not Possible
YouTube Music does not offer negotiated discounts.
Wait — you might already have YouTube Music for free
Before canceling, check if any of these plans already include YouTube Music:
YouTube Premium — includes Full access
Included with YouTube Premium subscription
Step-by-Step Cancellation Instructions
- 1
Visit YouTube.com
- 2
Click your profile icon
- 3
Select 'Paid memberships'
- 4
Click YouTube Music
- 5
Choose 'Manage' then 'Cancel membership'
What to Expect During Cancellation
What they'll try
Discount offer in flow?
❌ No
Win-back email after?
❌ No
Access after cancel
Reverts to free tier with ads and no offline/background play
Your data
Library and playlists preserved on free tier
If you have YouTube Premium, YouTube Music Premium is already included. Don't pay for both.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I cancel my YouTube Music subscription?
You can cancel YouTube Music through your account settings on their website or app. The process is rated "medium" difficulty and takes 5 steps. Your access typically continues until the end of your current billing period, so you won't lose access immediately after canceling.
Will I get a refund if I cancel YouTube Music?
Most YouTube Music plans do not offer prorated refunds for the current billing period. Your access continues until the end of the period you've already paid for. If you recently subscribed or were charged unexpectedly, contact YouTube Music support to request a refund — many services will accommodate recent charges.
Can I pause my YouTube Music subscription instead of canceling?
Some music services including YouTube Music offer a pause option that suspends your subscription for 1–3 months without canceling. This keeps your account settings, watchlist, and preferences intact. Check your account settings for a "Pause" or "Hold" option before canceling outright.
What happens to my data if I cancel YouTube Music?
After canceling YouTube Music, your account data is usually preserved for a period of time. You can typically reactivate and access your information if you resubscribe. Before canceling, export or save any important data, preferences, or content you want to keep.
Can I reactivate YouTube Music after canceling?
Yes, you can typically resubscribe to YouTube Music at any time after canceling. Most services allow you to reactivate your account with your original email address, and your previous settings or data may still be available. However, you may not get the same promotional pricing you originally signed up with — check for current deals before reactivating.
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About YouTube Music: Music streaming with official and user-uploaded content.