You removed the app.
Cleared storage.
Even logged out.
So you assume the subscription is gone.
Then you check your account online.
And it’s still active.
Deleting an app does NOT cancel the subscription.
Why the Subscription Stays Active
- App deletion only removes the software — not the billing contract
- Subscriptions are managed by the payment platform (App Store / Google Play / Web billing)
- Billing continues until you manually cancel
- Your account license remains valid until expiry
The system sees app removal as a device action — not a payment decision.
Where Your Subscription Actually Lives
- Apple App Store subscriptions
- Google Play billing center
- Direct website billing dashboard
- Third-party payment processors
If you subscribed via mobile, the cancellation must happen inside the store — not the app.
Why People Get Charged After Deleting the App
- They assume uninstall = cancel
- Auto-renew stays enabled
- No cancellation confirmation was completed
- Billing cycle renews silently
Many users only realize after the next charge appears.
How to Cancel Properly
- Open your App Store or Google Play subscriptions page
- Locate the active plan
- Turn off auto-renew
- Confirm cancellation status
Deleting the app stops usage — not payments.