McAfee Antivirus

Antivirus and internet security subscription providing malware protection, firewall, identity theft protection, and device security

Security

3-5 min estimate

Last verified: Jan 15, 2025

IMPORTANT: We guide you through steps, but YOU must complete the cancellation yourself. We never log into your account or access your personal information.

What Happens When You Cancel?

  • Your McAfee Antivirus subscription will remain active until the end of your current billing period. You can continue using antivirus protection until then. After cancellation, you'll lose access to McAfee protection services and your subscription will not renew. Your account will remain accessible but protection will be disabled after subscription expires.

Step-by-Step Instructions

How to Cancel McAfee Antivirus

Need to cancel your McAfee Antivirus subscription? This guide will walk you through the cancellation process step-by-step. Whether you subscribed through McAfee's website, iOS, or Android, we'll show you exactly how to cancel.

Note: After canceling, you'll retain access to McAfee protection until the end of your current billing period. Your account will remain accessible, but protection will be disabled after your subscription expires.

Step 1: Sign in to Your McAfee Account

Go to home.mcafee.com and sign in with your McAfee account credentials.

Step 2: Access My Account

Click on "My Account" in the account menu or navigation bar.

Step 3: Go to Auto-Renewal Settings

Click on "Auto-Renewal Settings" or "Subscription" in the My Account section.

Step 4: Turn Off Auto-Renewal

Find your subscription and click "Turn Off" next to the subscription you want to cancel. McAfee will show you information about when your protection access will end.

Step 5: Confirm Cancellation

Review the cancellation details carefully. McAfee may show you benefits you'll lose. If you want to proceed, click "Confirm" or "Turn Off" to finalize. You'll receive a confirmation email.

Conclusion

You've successfully canceled your McAfee Antivirus subscription! You'll continue to have access to protection until the end of your current billing period. After that, your protection will be disabled.

Your account remains accessible, so you can reactivate anytime. If you need help, McAfee Support is available through the Service Center.

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Important Notes

You can reactivate McAfee Antivirus anytime without losing your account

If you cancel mid-cycle, you'll still have protection until your current billing period ends

Cancel before your next renewal date to avoid being charged for the next billing cycle

Your account will remain accessible but protection will be disabled after subscription expires

If you subscribed through iOS or Android, you must cancel through that platform

Official Resources

McAfee Help - Cancel subscriptionMcAfee My AccountMcAfee Support Contact

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