SoundCloud makes it easy to discover music, follow artists, and upload your own tracks. But if you've been paying for a SoundCloud subscription for a while, you may decide it's time to cut the cost, switch plans, or try another service. Whatever your reason, canceling doesn't have to be complicated.
In this guide, you'll learn how to cancel your SoundCloud subscription on iPhone, Android, and the web, what happens after you cancel, and how to switch to a different plan. We'll also cover ways to keep your SoundCloud music and uploads accessible without an active subscription. Let's dive in.
Part 1. How to Cancel SoundCloud Subscription
Canceling SoundCloud works a little differently depending on where you originally subscribed. If you signed up directly through SoundCloud, you can cancel from the website. If you subscribed through Apple or Google, you'll need to manage the subscription through the App Store or Google Play.
Before you cancel, make sure you're signed in to the same SoundCloud account linked to your paid plan. Here are the steps for each option.
1.1 Cancel SoundCloud Subscription on Web
If you purchased a SoundCloud membership on the official SoundCloud website, it is best to cancel your membership by logging into soundcloud.com on your computer's desktop browser.
01 Open a browser on your computer and visit soundcloud.com.
02 Log in to your current SoundCloud account that is still within the subscription period.
03 Click the three-dot icon in the upper right corner and select Subscriptions from the drop-down menu. Or visit https://soundcloud.com/you/subscriptions.
04 Click the Edit button next to your current SoundCloud plan.
05 Once redirected to the Edit page, there will be a grayed-out Cancel plan option under Current Plan and click on it.
06 Follow the on-screen prompts to confirm canceling the plan.
07 After canceling, check your subscription page to make sure the plan is marked as canceled and that an end date is shown.
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1.2 Cancel SoundCloud Subscription on iPhone
If you subscribed to SoundCloud through the Apple App Store, you need to cancel the subscription through your iPhone's Settings rather than through the SoundCloud app.
01 Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
02 Tap your Apple ID name at the top.
03 Tap Subscriptions.
04 You'll find an active subscription for SoundCloud Go/SoundCloud Go+ in the list. Tap it.
05 Tap Cancel Subscription.
06 Select Confirm in the pop-up window.
Can't find SoundCloud in your Apple subscriptions? You may have subscribed directly through SoundCloud or another billing platform. Check your SoundCloud account or purchase history to find where the subscription is managed.
1.3 Cancel SoundCloud Subscription on Android
If you subscribed to SoundCloud through Google Play, you can cancel it directly from the Google Play Store.
01 Open the Google Play Store app on your Android device.
02 Tap the profile icon in the top right corner.
03 Tap Payments & subscriptions.
04 Tap Subscriptions.
05 Tap the SoundCloud membership you want to cancel.
06 Tap Cancel Subscription and confirm the cancellation.
Canceling the subscription stops the next renewal, but you can normally continue using your paid features until the current billing period ends.
Important: Simply deleting the SoundCloud app does not cancel your subscription. You need to cancel it through the same platform where you originally subscribed.
Part 2. What Happens When You Cancel Your SoundCloud Subscription?
Canceling your SoundCloud subscription doesn't immediately delete your account or remove all your music. In most cases, you can continue using your paid features until the current billing period ends. After that, your account moves back to the free SoundCloud experience. Here are the main things to know before you cancel.
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Offline listening will end.
Once your subscription ends, all songs and playlists you downloaded during your SoundCloud Go or Go+ membership will disappear. You can consider your downloads as rented music, which you will no longer be able to access at the end of the rental period.
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Uploads stay, but excess tracks may be hidden.
For artists, if you upload music to SoundCloud using SoundCloud Artist or SoundCloud Artist Pro, your uploads won't be deleted, but if the total length of your uploads exceeds the limit for a free account (180 minutes), older uploads will be hidden, meaning that the public listener won't be able to access and play that music.
The good news is that all comments and data for these tracks will be tied to your account and will not be deleted. If you re-subscribe to the SoundCloud Artist plans, your uploads will be visible to everyone else as before. -
No refunds for completed payments.
SoundCloud does not offer refunds even if you've paid for a full year. You can only cancel subscription cycles that have not yet been billed. If you accidentally purchased a membership on the wrong account, you can contact SoundCloud to request a transfer, but again, no refunds are available.
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Your Paid Features Continue Until the End of the Billing Period.
When you cancel, you normally stop the next automatic renewal rather than losing your subscription immediately. You can continue using your Go or Go+ benefits until your current subscription period expires. For example, if your subscription renews on September 30 and you cancel on September 20, you can generally continue using the paid features until September 30.
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Your SoundCloud Account Stays Active
Canceling your subscription does not delete your SoundCloud account. Your liked tracks, following lists, and play history will be retained. You can still listen to SoundCloud music using your Free Plan account.
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Part 3. How to Change Your SoundCloud Subscription Plan
If you don't want to cancel SoundCloud completely, you can switch to a different plan instead. This can be useful if you want to keep some paid features while moving to a plan that better fits how you use SoundCloud. The steps depend on where you purchased your current subscription.
3.1 Change Your SoundCloud Plan on the Web
If you subscribed directly through SoundCloud, you can manage your plan from your account:
01Go to SoundCloud and sign in.
02Click your profile picture.
03Select Subscription.
04Click Edit next to your current plan.
05Choose the available plan you want to switch to.
06Follow the on-screen instructions to confirm the change.
If you originally subscribed through Apple or Google Play, you'll need to manage the plan through the platform where you purchased it.
3.2 Change Your SoundCloud Plan on iPhone
For subscriptions billed through Apple, SoundCloud plan changes are managed through your Apple account.
01Open Settings on your iPhone.
02Tap your Apple Account.
03Select Subscriptions.
04Tap SoundCloud.
05Review the available subscription options.
06Select the plan you want and confirm the change.
3.3 Change Your SoundCloud Plan on Android
If your SoundCloud subscription is billed through Google Play, you can manage it from the Play Store.
01Open the Google Play Store.
02Tap your profile picture.
03Select Payments & subscriptions.
04Tap Subscriptions.
05Select SoundCloud.
06Choose an available plan and follow the instructions to confirm.
Part 4. How to Keep Your SoundCloud Music Without a Subscription
As mentioned earlier, your SoundCloud downloads will become grayed out when your subscription ends, so you can't play them offline anymore. To keep your favorite SoundCloud music after canceling, save it as regular audio files before your subscription expires.
ViWizard SoundCloud Music Downloader is a simple desktop software. It supports 11+ streaming platforms, including Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube Music, and more. It helps you download your favorite tracks and keeps ID3 tags like the title, artist, album, and cover art. You can save SoundCloud music as MP3, FLAC, WAV, AIFF, M4A, or M4B and customize settings such as bitrate and sample rate.
ViWizard has an easy-to-use interface. Find your SoundCloud music, add the tracks you want, choose the output settings, and start downloading, with speeds up to 65× faster. After saving, you can organize the files on your computer or transfer them to compatible devices for offline listening without an active SoundCloud subscription.
Want more flexibility with your SoundCloud music? ViWizard SoundCloud Music Converter helps SoundCloud listeners convert tracks, playlists, and albums with seamless music conversion. Save your favorites and keep your SoundCloud collection accessible.
Download SoundCloud Tracks with ViWizard SoundCloud Music Converter
Step 1: Choose WAV as the Output Format
Open ViWizard SoundCloud Music Converter on your computer. Click the Settings icon in the bottom-left corner and open Conversion. Choose the output format. You can also adjust the audio quality and output folder. Then return to the Music interface.
Step 2: Open SoundCloud in ViWizard
Click the SoundCloud icon to open the built-in SoundCloud player. Browse your library or use the search bar to find the track, album, playlist, or artist you want to save.
Step 3: Add Music to the Download List
Open the SoundCloud track, album, or playlist you want to save. Click the + button to analyze the content. Select the songs you want and add them to the download list.
Step 4: Download SoundCloud Music as WAV
Open the download list and check your selected songs. Click Convert to save them. When the process finishes, open History to find your saved music. You can then keep the files on your computer or transfer them to a compatible device, so you can continue listening after your SoundCloud subscription ends.
Part 5. FAQs about Cancelling SoundCloud Subscription
Will I get a refund after canceling my SoundCloud subscription?
No, SoundCloud does not refund subscribers for the term of service they have paid for. Even if you purchased an annual membership, there is no prorated refund when you cancel your subscription. The premium features you've paid for will continue to be available to you until the end of the subscription cycle.
If you subscribed through the Apple App Store (iOS) or Google Play Store (Android), you'll need to contact Apple Support or the Google Play Help Center to ask for a refund. In our experience, there's a good chance you'll get a refund, as long as it's for a valid reason.
Will my downloaded songs disappear after canceling SoundCloud Go or Go+?
Yes, they will disappear. Once a subscription has officially expired, the music you've downloaded through your SoundCloud Go or Go+ subscription will appear grayed out, as these downloads are technically in-app caches tied to your subscription.
If you re-subscribe, downloaded tracks will not automatically re-download to your device. You will need to manually re-download them to listen offline.
Can I keep my SoundCloud music after canceling?
SoundCloud subscription downloads are tied to the subscription and won't remain available for offline playback after it ends. If you have the right to save the content, you can use a tool such as ViWizard SoundCloud Music Converter to save supported music as regular audio files before canceling.
Conclusion
Ready to cancel SoundCloud? First, check where your subscription is billed, then follow the steps for the web, iPhone, or Android. Before your plan ends, decide whether you want to switch plans or save any music you want to keep for offline listening.
If you're keeping your SoundCloud collection, ViWizard SoundCloud Music Downloader can save supported tracks, playlists, albums, and liked songs in formats such as MP3, WAV, and FLAC.
That's it! We hope this guide makes canceling SoundCloud a little easier and helps you find the best way to keep enjoying your music.
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Dave Henry, a multimedia technologist at ViWizard, focuses on delivering the best solutions for digital media challenges, including audio and video conversion, media optimization, and troubleshooting.
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