How to Cancel X Premium
X Premium (formerly Twitter Blue) offers the blue checkmark, longer posts, edit button, and reduced ads. Cancel through X settings or the app store where you subscribed.
Steps verified March 2026
Quick Facts
Pricing (all plans)
Cancel online?
Yes
Pause option?
No
Refund policy
No refunds for partial billing periods.
After cancellation
Account and posts preserved. Premium features removed.
Direct Debit & Billing Warnings
- Blue checkmark is now a paid feature — no longer indicates identity verification.
Cancellation Steps
Go directly to X Premium cancellation pageCheck where you subscribed
If you subscribed via iOS or Android, cancel through that app store. If via x.com, cancel online.
For web: go to X settings
Go to x.com > More > Settings > Subscriptions > Cancel.
For iOS
Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions > X Premium > Cancel.
For Android
Google Play > Subscriptions > X > Cancel.
Tips & Things to Know
- Your blue checkmark is removed when the subscription ends.
- Edit button and longer posts revert to standard limits.
- If you subscribed via Apple, the price may be higher due to Apple commission.
Your Consumer Rights
- Consumer Rights Act 2015 for UK users.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I keep my checkmark?
No, the blue checkmark is removed when your subscription ends.
Can I keep using X without Premium?
Yes, X is free to use. Premium is optional.
What is the difference between tiers?
Basic offers editing, Premium adds the checkmark, and Premium+ removes all ads.
Annual Cost
£84.00
per year for X Premium
Cancelling saves you this every year