How to Cancel X Premium Subscription (Twitter Blue)
X Premium, which you might know as Twitter Blue, is a paid service that gives you some extra features on the X platform. But if you’ve decided that X Premium isn’t your thing anymore, no worries! It’s super easy to cancel your subscription.
This guide has got you covered. We’ll show you how to cancel your X Premium subscription, step by step, whether you’re on mobile or web.
Overview of Canceling X Premium
If you decide to cancel your X Premium subscription, don’t worry, you’ll still get to use all the Premium features until the end of your current billing period. After that, your subscription won’t renew and you’ll go back to a standard free X account.
Canceling is as simple as going into your X Premium subscription settings and turning off auto-renewal. It’s a quick process that only takes a few minutes.
Here are some things to keep in mind when canceling X Premium:
- You have to cancel from the same place where you first subscribed – either the mobile app or the web.
- Once you’ve canceled, you can’t just turn your subscription back on. You’ll have to resubscribe.
- You won’t get a refund for any leftover time in your subscription period.
- Your X username will go back to what it was before.
- You’ll still have your subscriber-only badges on your profile.
Ready to say goodbye to X Premium? Let’s walk through how to cancel.
How to Cancel X Premium on Mobile
- Open the X app on your iPhone or Android device.
- Tap your profile icon in the top left corner to open your profile.
- Tap “X Premium” below your username.
- Tap “Manage Subscription”.
- Tap “Cancel Subscription”.
- Confirm your cancellation by tapping “Yes, cancel”.
That’s it! X Premium will now be canceled and your subscription will expire at the end of the current billing period. You’ll continue having access to Premium features until then.
How to Cancel X Premium on Desktop
Log into your X account on a web browser.
Click “More” from the dropdown menu.
Click “Setting and Support” and “Setting and Privacy“.
Click on “Blue” and “Manage Subscription”.
Finally, click “Cancel Your Plan“
Done!
After confirming, your X Premium subscription will be set to expire at the end of the current billing period. Just like on mobile, you can continue enjoying Premium benefits until then.
Getting a Refund for X Premium
Unfortunately, X does not offer refunds for Premium subscriptions, unless required by local law. Purchases made on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store may be eligible for refunds based on each store’s policies.
If you believe you qualify for a refund, you’ll need to request one directly from Apple or Google, not X. Provide details on why you’re requesting a refund and they will review your case.
Refund eligibility usually depends on:
- How recently you subscribed.
- Whether you used any Premium features.
- Your payment history.
- Applicable laws where you live.
But in most cases, X Premium subscriptions are non-refundable, so proceed with caution before signing up.
Why You May Want to Cancel X Premium
There are a few common reasons users decide to cancel their X Premium subscription:
- It’s no longer affordable. The monthly price may be too high for your budget. Downgrading to a free account will let you still use X’s core features.
- You’re not using Premium features. If you haven’t used perks like custom icons or advanced analytics much, it could make sense to cancel until you really need them.
- You want a break from X. Cancelling Premium can pave the way for taking a temporary break from the platform if you need a reset.
- You prefer other social apps. Perhaps you want to shift more time to Instagram, Facebook, or other networks and don’t need X Premium anymore.
- You created a secondary account. Some users make a secondary “alt” account and may only want Premium on their primary profile.
No matter the reason, canceling X Premium is quick and straightforward. And you can always resubscribe later!
What Happens When You Cancel X Premium
When your subscription expires after cancellation, here’s what changes with your X account:
- The blue “Verified” checkmark will be removed.
- You’ll see more ads in your feed since Premium offers reduced ads.
- You won’t have access to subscriber-only features like custom app icons, themes, or profile organization.
- Your tweets and replies will no longer get priority ranking boosts.
- You can only post tweets up to 280 characters, rather than 25,000 characters.
- Advanced analytics, real-time updates, and timeline customization via X Pro will go away.
However, some parts of your account stay the same:
- You keep your followers and following.
- Your tweets and media remain on your profile.
- You retain subscriber-only badges on your profile.
- Your saved tweets and Bookmark folders are still there.
- Your display name and username don’t change.
Overall, you’ll still have access to X’s core functions, just without Premium perks. And you can always re-subscribe later if you change your mind!
Frequently Asked Questions About Canceling X Premium
How long after canceling will I lose access to Premium features?
You’ll have access until the end of your current billing period, when your subscription expires. So if you have a month left, you can use Premium for that month.
Can I get a prorated or partial refund if I cancel mid-cycle?
Unfortunately, no. X Premium does not offer prorated subscription refunds when you cancel mid-cycle. Your subscription remains active until the renewal date.
Will my tweets or followers be deleted if I cancel Premium?
No, canceling X Premium does not affect your tweets, followers, or any other core account data. You simply lose access to certain Premium features.
Will my username change if I cancel my Premium subscription?
Yes, your X username will revert back to its original form once your Premium subscription ends. For example, if you had “JaneXpremium”, it would change to “Jane”.
Can I reactivate my subscription after canceling?
Once you fully cancel your X Premium subscription, you can’t reinstate or reactive it. You’ll have to resubscribe from scratch if you want access again.
How do I delete my X account completely?
Canceling Premium only ends your subscription – your account remains active. To permanently delete your X account, you must submit an account deactivation request separately in your account settings.
Where should I request a refund for X Premium?
You’ll need to request a refund directly from Apple or Google, not X, since subscriptions are handled through them. Reach out to Apple or Google support for help with possible refunds.
Will I lose access to X Pro if I cancel Premium?
Yes, X Pro is bundled with an X Premium subscription. Once your subscription ends after canceling, you’ll lose access to Pro tools.
We hope this guide helps explain exactly how to cancel your subscription to X Premium! Let us know if you have any other questions.
