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How to Cancel Sydney Morning Herald

You can cancel your Sydney Morning Herald subscription through your online account. Your access continues until the end of your current billing period.

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Quick Facts

Monthly cost
£32.00/mo
£384.00/year
Cancel online?
No — phone/letter required
Pause option?
No
Refund policy
No refunds for partial billing periods. Access continues until the next billing date.
After cancellation
Your account and subscription history are retained after cancellation. Reactivation restores your settings and reading preferences.

Cancellation Steps

Go directly to Sydney Morning Herald cancellation page

  1. Sign in to Sydney Morning Herald

    Go to smh.com.au and log in with your account credentials.

  2. Go to Account Settings

    Click your profile or account icon, then select Account or Subscription Settings.

  3. Find Subscription Management

    Locate the Subscription or Membership section and select the option to manage or cancel.

  4. Confirm cancellation

    Follow the prompts to confirm your cancellation. Access ends at the next billing date.

Tips & Things to Know

  • Save any articles or content you want to reference before your access expires.
  • Check if a family member shares your account before cancelling.
  • You can pause or change your subscription plan instead of cancelling entirely.

Your Consumer Rights

  • Under Australian Consumer Law, you have rights to cancel subscriptions if the service fails to meet acceptable standards.
  • Distance selling rules may apply, allowing a cooling-off period for online subscriptions depending on your location.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I cancel my Sydney Morning Herald subscription anytime?
Yes. Most subscriptions can be cancelled without penalty, though terms vary by plan.
Will I get a refund if I cancel mid-billing period?
No. Sydney Morning Herald does not offer refunds for partial periods. Access continues until the end of your cycle.
What happens to my account after cancellation?
Your account is retained. You can reactivate your subscription by logging back in and resubscribing.
How quickly does cancellation take effect?
Cancellation is confirmed immediately online. Your subscription stops renewing at the next billing date.
Can I pause my subscription instead of cancelling?
Pause options vary by subscription type. Contact support to explore pausing rather than full cancellation.

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