How to Cancel Kobo Plus Read
Cancellation is instant and done entirely online through your Kobo account. Your access to subscription books ends immediately, though purchased books remain in your library permanently.
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Quick Facts
- Monthly cost
- £9.99/mo
- £119.88/year
- Cancel online?
- Yes
- Pause option?
- No
- Refund policy
- No refunds issued. Future charges stop but the current period is not refunded.
- After cancellation
- Purchased books remain permanently. Account data, reading history, and bookmarks are kept for 2 years if you resubscribe.
Cancellation Steps
Go directly to Kobo Plus Read cancellation pageSign in to Kobo online
Visit kobo.com and log in with your email and password.
Go to Account settings
Click 'Account' in the top navigation, then select 'Subscription'.
Click Manage subscription
Find Kobo Plus Read and click the 'Manage' button next to your plan.
Confirm cancellation
Select 'Cancel subscription' and confirm. You'll receive a confirmation email immediately.
Tips & Things to Know
- Download any DRM-free books before cancelling, as subscription titles become unreadable afterwards.
- Cancel at least 3 days before renewal to avoid charges, as Kobo doesn't offer refunds for partial months.
- You can rejoin anytime without penalty and your reading history will be restored.
Your Consumer Rights
- UK users: Consumer Rights Act 2015 requires fair subscription terms and straightforward cancellation.
- US users: FTC Negative Option Rule ensures easy cancellation and transparent billing.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I cancel Kobo Plus Read anytime?
- Yes. There's no contract or penalty. Cancellation is instant but no refund is issued for the current period.
- What happens to my books after cancellation?
- Purchased books stay permanently. Subscription books become unreadable immediately upon cancellation.
- Will I get a refund if I cancel mid-month?
- No. Cancel a few days before your renewal date to avoid charges.
- Can I pause my subscription instead?
- Kobo doesn't offer pause. You must cancel to stop charges, but can rejoin anytime.
- How long does cancellation take?
- It's instant. Access ends immediately and you'll receive confirmation within minutes.