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How to cancel The Independent

A quick, up-to-date guide to cancelling The Independent — and keeping proof that you did, in case you're charged anyway.

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Cancel The Independent in 5 steps

  1. Sign in at independent.co.uk from a web browser.
  2. Open 'My Account' → 'Manage subscription'.
  3. Select 'Cancel subscription' and follow the prompts.
  4. Cancel before your renewal date.
  5. Keep the cancellation confirmation.

What happens after you cancel

You keep digital access until the end of the current billing period, then it stops renewing. The Independent's introductory rate converts to the full price, so cancel before that date. Cancellation may require contacting customer service. No refund for the current period is typical.

Subscribed through Apple, Google, or another provider?

If you subscribed through the Apple App Store or Google Play, cancel in that store's Subscriptions section instead of on the The Independent website.

Charged after cancelling The Independent?

It happens more than it should. If a charge lands after you cancelled, here's how to get your money back from The Independent — and why documented proof is what makes the difference.

Frequently asked questions

Will The Independent charge me after I cancel?
It shouldn't. After you cancel, The Independent keeps your access until the end of the billing period you've already paid for, then stops billing. If a charge still appears, see our guide on being charged after cancelling The Independent.
Does cancelling The Independent delete my account?
No. Cancelling stops future billing but usually keeps your account so you can return later. Deleting your account is a separate action in The Independent's settings.
How do I know my The Independent cancellation worked?
Look for a cancellation confirmation email from The Independent and check that your account shows the plan ending. Keeping that confirmation — an email or a screenshot — is your proof if there's ever a dispute.

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Source: The Independent Help. Steps can change — always confirm on the official page.

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