How to Cancel Paramount Plus | Full Guide

It is pretty easy to cancel Paramount Plus once you know where to start. It is one of the largest streaming services, with millions of users tuning in every month to watch hits from Star Trek to Showtime originals. That said, a time may come when you might want to let it go-maybe you are no longer watching much, possibly ran into some technical issues, or simply want to cut down on your monthly subscriptions.

For whatever reason, learning how to cancel Paramount Plus is pretty easy once you follow the right steps. How the process goes depends on how you signed up-whether it’s through the website, the app, or a third-party service like Apple or Amazon. Just remember, deleting the app doesn’t end your plan. You actually need to properly cancel the subscription to stop future charges.

The guide takes you through everything, from how to cancel Paramount Plus on the app to how to cancel a Paramount Plus subscription on any platform, so that you can be sure it’s done right.

What Is Paramount Plus?

Before getting into the cancellation steps, let’s briefly talk about what Paramount Plus actually is.

Paramount+ is a video-on-demand streaming service under the ownership of Paramount Global, previously known as ViacomCBS. It replaces CBS All Access in 2021, which has now grown into a complete entertainment hub for movies, series, and live TV. Subscribers have access to content provided on the platform, which is sourced from CBS, BET, Comedy Central, Nickelodeon, MTV, and Paramount Pictures.

You’ll be able to stream everything from hit series like Yellowstone and Star Trek: Discovery, to reality shows, news, live sports (including the UEFA Champions League), and even children’s programming.

Among the countries where the service is available are the United States, Canada, the UK, parts of Africa, and Latin America. It was reported recently that there are tens of millions of subscribers to the service worldwide.

There are two main plans:

  • Essential Plan: ad-supported, cheaper, and ideal for casual viewers.
  • Premium Plan: Ad-free, includes live access to CBS, and enables offline downloads.

Paramount Plus works on virtually any device, from smartphones and smart TVs to gaming consoles, Roku, Firestick, and web browsers. However, no matter where you use it, the steps to cancel depend on how you signed up in the first place.

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What to Know Before You Cancel Paramount Plus

Before canceling, it’s important to know a few things that could save you some stress later.

Well, first, canceling your subscription for Paramount Plus does not mean you lose access at that very moment. You will still be able to stream your favorite shows until such a time when your billing period ends. If your date of renewal falls on 25th and you cancel it on the 10th, you can still use it until the 25th.

Second, you have to cancel your subscription from the same place where you signed up. If you signed up for the service via the Paramount Plus website, then you need to cancel it there.

But if you subscribed through your Apple ID, Amazon, Roku, or another platform, you need to go through that platform’s cancellation process instead.

Lastly, deleting the Paramount Plus app doesn’t actually stop the billing. This is one of the most common mistakes. The app is just a streaming interface; the subscription itself remains active until you manually end it.

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Subscription Plans and Pricing

PlanMonthly PriceAnnual PriceDetails
Paramount+ with SHOWTIME$11.99/mo$119.99/yrVirtually ad-free, includes SHOWTIME, live CBS station, and allows downloads for offline viewing.
Paramount+ Essential$5.99/mo$59.99/yrAd-supported, does not include SHOWTIME, no live local CBS, and no downloads.

How to Cancel Paramount Plus

If you have a standalone account with Paramount Plus, you should be able to cancel your subscription directly through the company’s website or app. The instructions below will work for both free trials and paid subscriptions.

  • Once you’ve logged into your Paramount+ account, select Account.
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  • Scroll down to Subscription & Billing > Subscription, and click Cancel Subscription.
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  • Click Yes, Cancel.
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How to Cancel Paramount Plus on Amazon Prime

Although the support page on Paramount+ says you need to cancel through Amazon’s prime account support, you actually should be able to do so directly through your account dashboard.

To cancel Paramount+ through Amazon/FireTV, follow these steps:

  • Log in to your Prime account, then hover over your account name in the top-right and click Account Settings.
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  • From the menu bar, click on Channels, search for Paramount+, and then click Cancel Channel.
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  • You may be presented with a retention offer. Click Cancel my subscription to continue.
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  • You will be provided with confirmation of your subscription cancellation.
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How to Cancel Paramount+ on iPhone and iPad

If you signed up to Paramount+ through the App Store on your iPhone or iPad or Apple TV+, you will need to cancel via the App Store on your iOS device.

You won’t be able to cancel the service through the iOS app. The app will direct you to “return to the app or platform where you subscribed to Paramount+”.

Here’s how to cancel Paramount+ on iPhone or iPad:

  • Open the App Store app and tap your account icon.
  • Tap Subscriptions.
  • Under Active, tap Paramount+.
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  • Tap Cancel Subscription or Cancel Free Trial.
  • Tap Confirm to complete your cancellation.
  • You should now see a note indicating when your subscription expires.
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How to Cancel Paramount Plus on Roku

As with Amazon users, if you subscribed to Paramount+ through Roku, you will have to pursue a different route to cancel the service. You can cancel your subscription using either your Roku device or through the company’s website.

Follow these steps to cancel Paramount+ on Roku:

  • Go to Roku’s site and log in to your account.
  • Click your account icon in the top-right corner, and select My Account.
  • Click Manage Subscriptions.
  • Go to Active Subscriptions and find Paramount+, click on Cancel Subscription.
  • You will need to choose a reason why it is cancelled. Thereafter, click the Continue to Cancel button.
  • Click Finish to confirm.

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How to Cancel Paramount+ with Other Devices

Depending on where you signed up, there are a few other devices that will allow you to cancel your Paramount+ subscription. We won’t be covering all the other devices in this guide, but the steps are similar enough to what is listed below that you should be able to follow along if your device isn’t listed.

  • Apple TV (4th Gen or Later)

Open Settings and choose Users & Accounts > your account > Subscriptions > Paramount Plus > Cancel Subscription.

  • Android Phone, Tablet, or TV

If you subscribed to Paramount+ through the Google Play Store, go to the Play Store’s Subscription Page, and tap on Paramount+ > Cancel subscription.

How to Cancel Paramount Plus Free Trial

New subscribers to Paramount+ have a free trial for 7 days automatically when signing up. You won’t be charged for anything as long as you cancel your subscription within this trial period.

Since the procedure is the same for both free trials and regular subscriptions, you can follow any of the steps listed above to cancel Paramount+.

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What Happens After You Cancel Paramount Plus

Nothing changes the very moment you cancel your subscription. You can stream content like usual until the end of your paid period. Your account automatically switches to a free version after that date, which limits access to the premium shows and movies.

If you ever decide to come back, you won’t lose your account. Just log in again and restart your plan anytime.

If canceling through Apple, Amazon, or Roku, an email confirmation message will always be sent. That’s your proof of cancellation in case there’s some kind of billing mix-up later.

How to resubscribe to Paramount Plus after cancellation

If you do decide you want to restart your membership for online streaming again, it’s really simple. You will just log back into the account you cancelled and follow the on-screen instructions to activate your payment plan again.

Different devices will vary, but if you refer to the guides above based on your specific method of sign-up or device, you won’t have any issues getting back into the movies, shows, and live sports you love.

Special offers

Currently, the platform offers a student discount of 50% off to students who sign up, but is only available for a limited time.

Discounts are also extended to qualified veterans and seniors.

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Can I Pause My Paramount Plus Subscription?

Unfortunately, there is no option to pause your plan, meaning cancellation is the only way to take a break. You could look to alter your subscription option, but if you have paid your fees for an annual plan, there is no partial refund policy.

Fortunately, cancellation decisions are not permanent because if you change your mind, subscription details and your account information remains stored, not requiring a new account creation.

Troubleshooting Common Cancellation Problems

Sometimes, users may have canceled Paramount Plus yet still be charged for the next month. This usually occurs when the cancellation wasn’t made from the same place where the subscription was initiated.

For instance, if you subscribed through Amazon Prime, cancellation through the Paramount Plus website would not be effective; you have to do it directly through Amazon. The same would apply if you used Roku, Google Play, or Apple.

If you’re not sure where you signed up, check your payment history or the confirmation e-mail you got after you joined. It usually tells you what the platform was.

If all else fails, navigate to help.paramountplus.com and, through its live chat or via email, request customer support for assistance.

Frequently Asked Questions 

Does deleting the Paramount+ app cancel my subscription? 

No, deleting the app will not cancel your subscription. You must cancel your subscription from the platform where you originally signed up. 

I don’t see the cancel button on the website of Paramount Plus. Why? 

That means you didn’t subscribe through the website. Check Apple, Google Play, Roku, Amazon Prime, or your TV’s app store. 

Will I get a refund following cancellation? 

Most platforms don’t offer refunds for unused days. You simply retain access till the end of the billing cycle. 

Why is Paramount+ still charging me? 

Most often, this occurs when one has subscribed on one platform and then tries to cancel on another. Cancel using the original payment method. 

Final Thoughts 

Canceling Paramount Plus is not complicated at all once you know where to do it. Be it on Roku, Android, iPhone, TV, or Amazon Prime, the key is to cancel from the right place where you subscribed. 

This comprehensive guide has walked you through precisely how to cancel Paramount Plus subscriptions without any confusion. You can always come back later if new shows or movies grab your attention, but for now, at least you know how to cancel Paramount Plus on app, TV, or any other platform the right way.

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