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How to Cancel Duolingo Max

Cancellation is done through the Duolingo app or your app store account, depending on where you subscribed. Access continues until the end of your current billing period.

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Quick Facts

Monthly cost
£13.99/mo
£167.88/year
Cancel online?
Yes
Pause option?
No
Refund policy
Refunds depend on payment method. App store refunds process within 48 hours if requested in time. Web subscriptions may qualify for prorated refunds - contact support.
After cancellation
Your account, progress, streaks, and lessons remain on your free account indefinitely. Only AI features are removed. Resubscribe anytime to restore Max access.

Cancellation Steps

Go directly to Duolingo Max cancellation page

  1. Sign in to Duolingo

    Open the Duolingo app and log in to the account with your Max subscription.

  2. Go to Settings

    Tap your profile icon and scroll to select 'Settings,' then find 'Subscription.'

  3. Click 'Cancel subscription'

    Tap the cancel option and skip any retention offers you see.

  4. Confirm cancellation

    Review the message and tap to confirm. You keep Max access until your billing cycle ends.

Tips & Things to Know

  • If you subscribed via Apple or Google Play, cancel through Settings or the Play Store instead - the app won't stop charges.
  • Your free Duolingo account continues with all lessons and stories. Only AI features are removed.
  • Cancellation takes effect at your next renewal date, not immediately. Plan ahead if you want to avoid the next charge.

Your Consumer Rights

  • UK: Consumer Rights Act 2015 protects subscription cancellations and refund requests.
  • US: FTC rules require clear cancellation and prohibit billing without express consent.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I cancel Duolingo Max at any time?
Yes. You can cancel anytime, but it takes effect at the end of your billing cycle, not immediately.
Will I get a refund if I cancel Duolingo Max?
Refunds depend on your payment method. App store refunds typically process within 48 hours if requested within their window. Contact support for web subscriptions.
What happens to my learning progress after cancellation?
Your streaks, progress, and lessons stay on your free account forever. Only Max AI features are removed.
Where do I cancel if I subscribed via app store?
Cancel through Settings on iPhone (Subscriptions > Duolingo) or Google Play Store on Android. The app alone won't stop charges.
Does cancelling Max affect my Super subscription?
No. If you have Super, it continues separately. Only Max features are removed.

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