Want To Cancel QuickBooks Online? Here's What To Do
QuickBooks Online is a cloud-based financial management software designed specifically for small- and medium-sized businesses. It provides a simple and easy way to track their finances, manage invoices, and make payments via any device connected to the internet. The platform has a market share of 5.37% as of 2024, serving over 5.3 million users worldwide.
However, there might come a time when you'll want to cancel your QuickBooks Online subscription. This could be due to switching to a different accounting software, downsizing your business, or not needing the software anymore. If you decide to move on from QuickBooks Online, refer to this guide for exact steps to take to stop your subscription on the web and app store and block unexpected subscription expenses.
The content in this article is valid as of January 2024. Please visit the official QuickBooks website or contact a customer support representative directly for the most recent information.
How To Cancel QuickBooks Online via the Web
If you purchased your QuickBooks Online subscription directly from Intuit, follow these steps to cancel your subscription:
- Sign in to QuickBooks Online on a computer browser.
- Click Settings at the top right corner of the screen.
- Select Subscriptions and billing.
- Click Cancel subscription or Cancel online in the QuickBooks section. If you're canceling a free trial, select Cancel your trial.
- Follow the on-screen steps to confirm your decision.
If you have canceled successfully, you will be able to access your data as read-only for one year from the date of cancellation, after which your data will be deleted permanently.
How To Cancel QuickBooks Online via the App Store
You can also cancel your QuickBooks Online subscription through the app store if you purchased it from there. However, the cancellation instructions will vary depending on the platform you used:
- Google Play for Android devices
- App Store for Apple devices
How To Cancel a QuickBooks Online Subscription on Google Play
To discontinue your QuickBooks Online subscription through Google Play on your Android smartphone or computer, take the steps outlined in the table below:
How To Cancel a QuickBooks Online Subscription in the App Store
If you purchased your QuickBooks Online subscription through the App Store or iTunes, refer to the following table for guidance on canceling your subscription:
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Although signing up for a subscription service usually takes a few clicks or taps, canceling it is not always straightforward. Some companies may go out of their way to make the process overly complicated by hiding the cancellation buttons, requiring you to call customer support during specific hours, or using guilting language to persuade you to change your mind. These tactics are designed to keep you subscribed for longer and prolong your payments.
Sometimes, even after completing all the steps, you may get changed by accident due to an honest error.
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