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How to Cancel Descript

Descript cancellation is handled online through your account dashboard. Your access continues until the end of your current billing cycle.

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Quick Facts

Monthly cost
£15.00/mo
£180.00/year
Cancel online?
Yes
Pause option?
No
Refund policy
No refunds. Access continues until the end of your current billing period.
After cancellation
Projects and files are retained after cancellation. You can download them before your access ends.

Cancellation Steps

Go directly to Descript cancellation page
  1. Sign in to Descript

    Go to descript.com and log in with your account credentials.

  2. Open Account Settings

    Click your profile icon and select 'Account Settings' from the menu.

  3. Click Cancel Subscription

    Under Billing, find and click the 'Cancel Subscription' button.

  4. Confirm cancellation

    Click to confirm. You keep access until your billing period ends.

Tips & Things to Know

  • Export or download your projects before cancellation to preserve your work.
  • You can reactivate your account later if you change your mind.
  • Check your billing date to time cancellation appropriately for cost savings.

Your Consumer Rights

  • Under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013, you have a 14-day cooling-off period for new online subscriptions.
  • Descript must not make cancellation harder than sign-up, per the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I cancel Descript at any time?
Yes. Descript has no long-term contract and allows cancellation at any time from account settings.
Will I get a refund if I cancel Descript?
No. Descript does not offer refunds, but you keep access until the end of your current billing period.
What happens to my projects after cancellation?
Your projects are retained and can be downloaded. Free-tier access may be limited once your subscription ends.
How long does Descript cancellation take?
Cancellation is instant online. Your subscription stops renewing at the next billing date.
Can I reactivate my Descript account later?
Yes. You can reactivate your account at any time by logging back in and restarting your subscription.