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How to Cancel Apple Arcade

Cancellation is straightforward through your Apple ID settings with no phone call needed. Your subscription ends at the next billing date and games become unplayable, though save files remain on your device.

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Quick Facts

Monthly cost
£6.99/mo
£83.88/year
Cancel online?
Yes
Pause option?
No
Refund policy
No refunds for partial months. Access continues until your next billing date.
After cancellation
Game save files remain indefinitely on your device and iCloud. Games lock immediately after cancellation but saves persist.

Cancellation Steps

Go directly to Apple Arcade cancellation page

  1. Open Settings and select your Apple ID

    On iPhone, iPad, or Mac, open Settings, tap your name at the top, then select your Apple ID.

  2. Go to Subscriptions

    Tap 'Subscriptions' to view all active subscriptions tied to your Apple ID account.

  3. Select Apple Arcade

    Find and tap 'Apple Arcade' from your subscriptions list to open the subscription details page.

  4. Tap 'Cancel Subscription'

    Click 'Cancel Subscription' and confirm when prompted. Access ends at your next billing date.

Tips & Things to Know

  • If Apple Arcade is part of Apple One, you must cancel the entire bundle - individual services cannot be cancelled separately.
  • Game save files remain on your device and iCloud indefinitely after cancellation, but all games lock immediately.
  • Apple Arcade has no pause option, so plan ahead if you think you might want to return later.

Your Consumer Rights

  • UK users: The Consumer Rights Act 2015 requires Apple to make cancellation as easy as sign-up.
  • US consumers: FTC regulations require clear cancellation mechanisms and prohibit unfair negative option practices.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I cancel Apple Arcade at any time?
Yes, with no contract or early termination fees. Cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing cycle.
Will I get a refund if I cancel mid-month?
No. Apple does not offer refunds for partial months, but you keep access until your next billing date.
What happens to my game saves after cancellation?
Saves remain on your device and iCloud indefinitely, but games lock immediately. Resubscribe anytime to access them.
How long does cancellation take?
Instantly. You'll see an on-screen confirmation and receive a confirmation email within minutes.
Can I cancel just Apple Arcade from Apple One?
No. You must cancel the entire Apple One subscription, then resubscribe individually to services you want to keep.

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