Turned Subscription OFF but Still Charged? The Toggle Didn’t Cancel Billing

You switched the subscription setting to OFF and assumed billing would stop. Everything looked disabled in your account.

But when the renewal date arrived, the charge still went through.

Turning a subscription “OFF” in settings does not always cancel the actual billing agreement.


Why Subscription OFF Doesn’t Always Stop Charges

  • The OFF toggle only disables notifications, not billing
  • Billing is managed separately in the payment platform
  • App-level settings do not override store-level subscriptions
  • The cancellation process requires a confirmation step

How to Check If Your Billing Is Still Active

  • Open the official subscription management page
  • Verify renewal date and payment status
  • Check App Store or Google Play subscription settings
  • Look for cancellation confirmation email

How to Properly Cancel a Subscription

  • Cancel directly through the billing provider
  • Confirm cancellation status shows “Expired” or “Cancelled”
  • Cancel at least 24–48 hours before renewal
  • Keep the confirmation email as proof

Subscription OFF settings often control visibility or notifications, not billing. Always confirm cancellation through the official payment system.