How to Cancel Patreon Creator
Cancellation is straightforward but must be done separately for each creator you support. Your access ends at the conclusion of your current billing cycle with no refunds issued.
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Quick Facts
- Cancel online?
- Yes
- Pause option?
- Yes
- Refund policy
- No refunds. Access ends at the conclusion of your current billing cycle.
- After cancellation
- Your account and pledging history remain saved after cancellation. You can rejoin any creator's membership at any time.
Cancellation Steps
Go directly to Patreon Creator cancellation pageSign in to Patreon
Go to patreon.com and log in with your email and password.
Go to Memberships settings
Click your profile icon, select Settings, then click the Memberships tab.
Find the creator to cancel
Locate the creator in your active memberships list with their tier and billing date.
Click Cancel membership
Select Cancel membership on the creator's card and confirm in the dialogue that appears.
Tips & Things to Know
- Each membership cancels separately - budget extra time if you support multiple creators.
- Use Pause membership to temporarily stop billing for up to 3 months without losing access.
- Downgrade to a lower tier instead of cancelling if you want to maintain partial support.
Your Consumer Rights
- UK users: Consumer Rights Act 2015 protects against unfair contract terms and requires transparent billing.
- US users: FTC regulations require clear cancellation policies and prohibit negative option abuse.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I cancel my Patreon membership at any time?
- Yes, with no penalty. Your cancellation takes effect after your current billing cycle ends.
- Will I get a refund if I cancel Patreon?
- No. Patreon does not offer refunds for completed or current billing months.
- What happens to exclusive content after I cancel?
- Most creators remove access immediately upon cancellation, though some allow access through your billing month. Check your creator's specific policy.
- Can I pause my membership instead of cancelling?
- Yes. Many creators offer Pause membership to suspend billing for up to 3 months without cancelling.
- Do I have to cancel all memberships at once?
- No. Each creator's membership must be cancelled individually through your memberships settings.