How to Cancel SoundCloud Go+ Subscription (Step-by-Step Guide - 2026)

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Last verified: Feb 7, 2026

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 SoundCloud Go+ subscription will remain active until the end of your current billing period.
  • You can continue enjoying ad-free music, offline downloads, and other Premium features until then.
  • After cancellation, you'll be switched to SoundCloud Free (with ads).
  • Your playlists, likes, and preferences will be saved permanently.

Step-by-Step Instructions

How to Cancel SoundCloud Go+

Need to cancel your SoundCloud Go+ subscription? This guide will walk you through the cancellation process step-by-step. Whether you subscribed directly through SoundCloud or through a third-party platform like Apple or Google Play, we'll show you exactly how to cancel.

Note: After canceling, you'll retain access to Go+ features until the end of your current billing period. Your playlists, likes, and preferences will be saved permanently, so you can reactivate anytime without losing your music library.

Do this on a computer. Sign in at soundcloud.com, then go to your Subscriptions page.

Step 1: Sign In and Open Subscriptions

Sign in to your account on a computer and go to your Subscriptions page (e.g. soundcloud.com/settings/subscription).

Step 2: Edit Your Subscription

Click "Edit" next to your current subscription status. Follow the prompts; you’ll be redirected to the cancellation page.

Edit next to subscription status

Edit next to subscription status

Step 3: Opt Out of Renewal

On the page you’re redirected to, click "Opt-out of your subscription renewal" to cancel your plan. You’ll keep Go+ access until the end of your current billing period.

Opt-out of your subscription renewal

Opt-out of your subscription renewal

Troubleshooting

  • Sign in on a computer and go to your Subscriptions page (e.g. soundcloud.com/settings/subscription)
  • Click "Edit" next to your current subscription status and follow the prompts
  • On the next page, look for "Opt-out of your subscription renewal"
  • Clear your browser cache and cookies, then try again

If you subscribed through Apple, Google Play, or another third party, you'll need to cancel through that platform's subscription management system, not through SoundCloud's website.

SoundCloud doesn't offer a pause option. However, you can cancel and reactivate anytime without losing your playlists or saved music.

  • Check your email for the cancellation confirmation
  • Verify the cancellation date matches the end of your billing period
  • Make sure you clicked "Opt-out of your subscription renewal" on the cancellation page
  • Contact SoundCloud support if charges continue after the cancellation date

Additional Information

  • Reactivation: You can upgrade to SoundCloud Go again anytime through the purchase page or SoundCloud’s subscription settings
  • Playlists: Your playlists and likes are saved permanently and won't be deleted
  • Downloads: Downloaded music will become unavailable after your Go+ subscription expires
  • Student Discount: If you have a student discount, you'll need to verify your student status again when reactivating

Conclusion

You've successfully canceled your SoundCloud Go+ subscription! You'll continue to enjoy ad-free music, offline downloads, and other Go+ features until the end of your current billing period. After that, you'll be switched to SoundCloud Free (with ads).

Your playlists, likes, and preferences are all saved, so you can upgrade to Go+ again anytime through the purchase page if you change your mind. If you need help, SoundCloud support is available through the Help Center.

Important Notes

You can reactivate Go+ anytime without losing your playlists or saved music

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

Your playlists and likes are saved permanently and won't be deleted

Downloaded music will become unavailable after your Go+ subscription expires

If you're on a Student plan, you'll need to verify your student status again when reactivating

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