How to Cancel Wave Accounting
Wave provides free accounting and invoicing software. The core product is free, but paid add-ons like payroll and payments processing have fees. Cancel paid features or delete your account through settings.
Steps verified March 2026
Quick Facts
Cancel online?
Yes
Pause option?
No
Refund policy
N/A — core product is free. Payroll refunds handled case by case.
After cancellation
Data deleted when account is closed.
Cancellation Steps
Go directly to Wave Accounting cancellation pageLog in to Wave
Go to waveapps.com and sign in.
Cancel paid add-ons
If using Wave Payroll or Payments, navigate to Settings > Payroll or Payments and cancel.
Delete account (optional)
To fully delete, go to Settings > Account > Close Account.
Tips & Things to Know
- Wave accounting and invoicing are completely free — only payroll and payments cost money.
- Export all reports and data before deleting your account.
- Consider keeping the free account even if you cancel paid features.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wave really free?
Yes, accounting and invoicing are free. Wave makes money from payment processing fees and payroll add-ons.
What paid features does Wave have?
Wave Payroll and Wave Payments (credit card processing) are paid add-ons.
Can I export my data?
Yes, export reports, transactions, and customer data from your Wave account.